COVID-19 Updates
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China’s Covid-19 tracking app crashes as traffic surges amid fresh coronavirus outbreak
A widely used travel history tracking app jointly developed by the Chinese government and the country’s three mobile network operators crashed on Monday morning, as the country grapples with its…
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HK$5,000 vouchers: Hong Kong shoppers irked over Tap & Go glitches stopping them from using coupons
Glitches have racked one of the payment platforms for Hong Kong’s HK$5,000 (US$643) e-voucher scheme, preventing some shoppers from using their coupons since the initiative’s weekend launch.Mobile wallet Tap &…
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Transport into Beijing cut to guard capital ‘at all costs’ against Covid-19 surge
Despite the high coronavirus vaccination rate in Beijing, some flights, trains and buses to the Chinese capital have been cancelled and other control measures stepped up to stop an outbreak…
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The coronavirus model that predicted India’s devastating second wave points to more heartache ahead
India is likely to see a rise in Covid-19 infections building into a new – though smaller – virus wave that may peak in October, according to a mathematical model…
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Coronavirus: Delta variant may still make vaccinated Hongkongers highly infectious, but shots can reduce severity of illness, experts say
A young Hongkonger who returned from the United States caused a stir earlier this month when he not only tested positive for Covid-19, but was also found to be highly…
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America braces for millions of evictions as moratorium expires
Eviction protections expired on Sunday for millions of Americans who could face homelessness within days, triggering a scramble to unlock billions in stalled rental aid and recriminations in Washington.Renters had…
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China’s post-pandemic economic stimulus spending on green projects shows there is room for improvement: Greenpeace
Only a small percentage of China’s post-Covid-19 economic stimulus went to projects related to green and sustainable development, while huge investments were poured into carbon-heavy traditional infrastructure sectors, an analysis…
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Are inhaled Covid-19 vaccines the future? One Chinese developer has already conducted early trials
Every Covid-19 vaccine that has been cleared for use so far is meant to be injected into the upper arm, but scientists are exploring a different method of delivery –…
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Qld Covid restrictions and lockdown: Brisbane and regional Queensland coronavirus rules explained
Queensland has announced a snap lockdown in 11 LGAs in south-east Qld. Here’s the full list of what you can and can’t do Full list of Queensland exposure sites and…
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New Sydney LGA Covid lockdown restrictions and update to regional NSW coronavirus rules explained
Covid restrictions extended for greater Sydney, with 8 LGAs in hard lockdown, including stricter mask rules and a 5km radius travel limit. Some restrictions have been eased with some construction…