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Police detain 4 in Guangzhou after COVID protests

Police in the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou have detained at least four people for more than a week after they attended protests against COVID-19 restrictions in late November, according to activists, family members and friends of the detained

The Independent UK

China Stops Reporting Asymptomatic Covid Cases

National Health Commission cites difficulties in accurately counting the total after the country ended mandatory mass testing

Caixin Global

Report delay on NSW minister COVID status

A parliamentary report due into the COVID-19 status of NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard has been delayed after he accused the inquiry of suppressing evidence.

AAP

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German police conduct nationwide raids on clan suspected of fraud

German police conducted nationwide raids on 50 properties early on Wednesday, targeting members of a group suspected of racketeering, forgery of documents and fraud linked to emergency aid for the COVID-19 pandemic, newspaper Bild reported.

Reuters

Shanghai Composite Index Ended Nearly Flat on Wednesday

Shenzhen Component Index finished nearly flat

Caixin Global

OPEC Sees Robust Global Oil Demand Growth in 2023

OPEC on Tuesday said it expected to see robust global oil demand growth in 2023 with potential economic upside coming from a relaxation of China's zero-COVID policies, which this year have pushed the country's oil use into contraction for the first time in years. World oil demand in 2023 will…

Asharq Al-Awsat

In COVID U-turn, China's message to the people shifts from war to self-care

On Nov. 21, Vice Premier Sun Chunlan, in charge of China's war on COVID-19, said infections had to be brought down to zero as they emerged. Nine days later, she said the Omicron strain of the virus had "weakened" even though new cases in the Chinese capital hit a high.

Reuters

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China reduces COVID-19 case number reporting as virus surges

China’s National Health Commission is scaling down its daily COVID-19 report in response to a sharp decline in PCR testing since the government eased anti-virus measures after daily cases hit record highs

The Independent UK

‘Everyone is so desperate’: backpackers grapple with Australia’s high costs

Travellers in search of a laid-back, barefoot lifestyle are instead facing housing stress and rethought plans

The Guardian - AU

The rules around PCR tests for Covid are changing in Australia. How do I get one and why are GPs concerned?

In the new year, coronavirus testing will be brought in line with other respiratory illnesses, with a referral required

The Guardian - AU

A new statewide poll shows most Kentuckians won’t change holiday plans because of COVID-19.

WEKU

Investing in nature pays dividends

The mega-challenges engulfing the world today -- from Covid-19 to climate change -- have highlighted the interdependencies between people, planet, and the economy. As we chart a course to reignite global growth and drive green, resilient, and inclusive development, we must not ignore these interlinkages. Nature -- meaning biodiversity and…

Bangkok Post

DeSantis announces grand jury to investigate ‘wrongdoing’ around COVID-19 vaccines

ORLANDO, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday vowed to hold accountable people in Florida who committed “wrongdoing” in relation to COVID-19 vaccines, announcing he plans to ask the Supreme Court of Florida to impanel a statewide grand jury to investigate.

Orlando Sentinel

Kate Hudson teases ‘Easter egg’ in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Rian Johnson’s sequel will be released on Netflix on 23 December

The Independent UK

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Gateshead homelessness charity's first Christmas meal since Covid pandemic sees demand soar

Demand for Oasis Community Housing's Christmas meal exceeded the 50 spaces the charity had originally planned for

Irish Mirror

What to do if you test positive for Covid before Christmas as numbers on the rise in Ireland

Many people unsure of the current guidance around Covid and self-isolation

The Independent UK

DeSantis seeks grand jury investigation of COVID-19 vaccines

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is asking the state’s Supreme Court to convene a grand jury to investigate “any and all wrongdoing” with respect to the COVID-19 vaccines

The Guardian - UK

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

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People who skipped their COVID vaccine are at higher risk of traffic accidents, according to a new study

The findings could justify changes to driver insurance policies, the authors say.

Newcastle Herald

From farm to pharma: Univeristy of Newcastle graduate aims to serve community health

"If you start a job, you've just got to finish it," he said, "It's just got to get done."

Los Angeles Times

Health officials are urging masks again amid high COVID, flu levels

LOS ANGELES — With COVID-19, the flu and other respiratory diseases circulating widely in Los Angeles County and elsewhere, many officials are urging residents to use a familiar tool to help thwart transmission: masks.

The Conversation

COVID: what we know about new omicron variant BF.7

Since the COVID variant omicron emerged in late 2021, it has rapidly evolved into multiple subvariants. One subvariant, BF.7, has recently been identified as the main variant spreading in Beijing, and is contributing to a wider surge of COVID infections in China.

Liverpool Echo

Warning to anyone heading to a Christmas party this December

People are being told to take extra care over the festive period

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1 Stock That Could Easily Beat the Market Over the Next 5 Years

Pfizer (PFE) benefited substantially from the COVID-19 pandemic. It pays a more than 3% dividend, making it attractive for investors looking for stable income. The stock has picked up steady momentum, and its robust fundamentals should help the company easily outpace the market in the coming years. Let’s discuss this…

AAP

BBL ploughs through positive COVID cases

The BBL's season-opener went off without a hitch on Tuesday night despite two players testing positive for COVID on gameday.

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