COVID-19 Updates
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Raab refuses to say if Geidt resignation letter will be published
Deputy PM tells Today programme of surprise at sudden decision of Boris Johnson’s ethics adviser to quit Dominic Raab has refused to confirm that a resignation letter from Boris Johnson’s…
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Australia could have 15,000 Covid deaths in 2022 and that’s ‘way too high’, epidemiologist says
Margaret Hellard wants masks reintroduced indoors and air quality prioritised but other experts say population is well protected against severe disease Get our free news app; get our morning email…
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Coronavirus: some patrons of Hong Kong nightspots adopt happy-go-lucky attitude in response to new rapid testing rule
Patrons at five bars on Lockhart Road in Wan Chai observed entering premises without providing proof of negative rapid Covid test result. Read the original article at South China Morning…
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Going for a night out? What you need to know about Hong Kong’s new Covid rapid-test rule for bars and clubs
The Post answers questions on authenticity of test results and authorities’ policy direction. Read the original article at South China Morning Post
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Shanghai reopening: half-open restaurants and retail stores mar city’s pledge to return to 100 per cent normality by June 30
Half-opened service businesses are spoiling the facade of normalcy that Shanghai’s authorities are trying to project after claiming tentative success at containing the Omicron’s spread. Read the original article at…
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How much is China’s ‘zero-Covid’ policy cutting economic potential?
As long as China can maintain industrial production, thanks to the closed-loop system that keeps workers isolated, service-sector weakness will probably be tolerated. Covid-19 is here to stay and this…
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China’s smart EV start-up Nio seeks to challenge BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz with its new ES7 luxury midsize SUV
The ES7, a large five-seat SUV based on the company’s new NT 2.0 platform, will be delivered to customers in late August, by which time it is hoped supply chains…
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‘We won’t survive’: China’s migrant workers fear more lockdowns as Covid threat remains
Shanghai’s lockdown left millions without income for months, with many still ‘desperate’ for work despite restrictions easing “Relax, you’re worrying about nothing!” Ji reassures his clients as he sticks more…
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Anthony Fauci, Joe Biden’s top Covid-19 adviser, tests positive
The US top scientist, 81, is experiencing mild symptoms, and will work from home while he recovers. Read the original article at South China Morning Post