COVID-19 Updates
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When Hong Kong’s pointless Covid-19 rules mean it’s just too much hassle to go out
While restrictions have been eased on most places, the hassle of having to comply with all the entry rules means staying at home is often the easier option. Businesses are…
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Hong Kong leader rejects calls for financial aid for struggling Jumbo Floating Restaurant, with iconic attraction set to exit city in weeks
Carrie Lam says government will not ‘force through an unfeasible proposal’ just because attraction was raised in policy address. Read the original article at South China Morning Post
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Hong Kong’s catering, bar sectors could face up to 25 per cent drop in business this week, industry leaders warn, as nearly half of residents still without third coronavirus vaccine
Industry leaders say local economy could be temporarily hit, but that more residents are likely to get their booster shots in the coming weeks. Read the original article at South…
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Van Morrison takes legal action against Northern Ireland health department and minister over Covid article
The musician’s action comes in response to a Rolling Stone article by minister Robin Swann defending his department’s response to the pandemic Van Morrison has issued legal proceedings against Northern…
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Tesla’s Shanghai factory adds back second shift, restoring manufacturing capacity to level before citywide lockdown: sources
The Giga Shanghai has been running with two shifts a day since late last week, according to people familiar with the situation. Read the original article at South China Morning…
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‘Be on guard at all times’: no easing in dine-in ban as Beijing’s run of zero Covid cases ends
Chinese capital reports a new community case of the coronavirus after 3 days without one. Read the original article at South China Morning Post
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Tory minister rules out new inquiry into claims of illicit gathering in Johnson’s flat
Chris Philp hails ‘unbelievably comprehensive’ investigations but Labour claims ‘yet another cover-up’ A minister has ruled out a new inquiry into claims of an illicit gathering in Boris Johnson’s flat…
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Taiwan’s insurers brace for over US$1 billion in Covid-related claims amid outbreak
Financial regulator has ordered companies to honour valid policies after they were criticised for dismissing claims, cancelling policies and delaying payouts. Read the original article at South China Morning Post
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Coronavirus: Hong Kong confirms 275 cases as debate over ‘unclear’ social-distancing rules at nightclubs rages after clusters found at 2 venues
Industry says government needs to clarify ‘grey areas’ in restrictions. Read the original article at South China Morning Post