COVID-19 Updates
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Florida governor seeks grand jury investigation into Covid vaccines
Ron DeSantis asks state supreme court to investigate undefined ‘wrongdoing’ related to vaccinations The Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, said on Tuesday he will petition the state supreme court to convene…
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Beijing hospitals battle staff shortage and patient influx after China’s sudden zero-Covid switch
Infected doctors and other staff are pushing on at work so hospitals in China’s capital can continue to treat the public. Read the original article at South China Morning Post
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The Guardian view on China’s Covid U-turn: from all-out war to all but nothing | Editorial
The country has abruptly abandoned the vast bulk of its harsh measures to contain coronavirus following protests. That carries considerable risk Despite the rigidity of the Chinese Communist party’s politics…
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‘Like a horrific board game’: 33 hours inside an NHS in crisis
Crammed wards, burned-out GPs, patients waiting hours for ambulances – the health service is at breaking point Inside the dimly lit command centre at King’s College hospital, staff arriving for…
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How to Covid-proof your Christmas
As Australians head into their first Christmas break without mandatory isolation requirements for those who test positive to Covid-19 the Doherty Institute’s director Prof Sharon Lewin answers your questions about…
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Why investors should be wary of narrative of China’s economic doom
As China moves away from its ‘zero-Covid’ policy, there is now a shift in narrative suggesting the move will also hurt prospects for its economy. This narrative ignores the many…
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Beijing has costly lessons to learn in the wake of zero-Covid
China was so confident in its big data and social control system that it followed its own course – even as public anger grew. Read the original article at South…
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Leading Chinese car show in Guangzhou to revive confidence in the industry, boost economy, organisers say
Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, which will take place from December 30 to January 8, has attracted some 800 exhibitors, including carmakers, component manufacturers and technology companies. Read the original article…
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Covid is still a deadly threat in Britain – we can’t just pretend it’s gone away | Frances Ryan
Without a plan in place to minimise infection, a ‘moving on’ strategy leaves vulnerable people behind As the season of Christmas work parties and drinks with friends begins, it feels…
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Mother fears for Chinese Covid protester held for nine days
Yang Zijing, 25, apparently detained in Guangzhou after taking part in rallies against harsh restrictions A young protester has been held in police detention in southern China for nine days…