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Shanghai Disney visitors told to stay home after COVID case, Foxconn ups bonuses

Several Shanghai residents received fresh stay-at-home orders and mandatory testing notices on Tuesday as authorities raced to trace contacts linked to a COVID-positive woman whose visit to the city's Disney Resort prompted its temporary lockdown.

Reuters

Shanghai Disney guests kept in closed park for virus testing

Shanghai Disneyland has closed as a COVID-19 precaution and visitors temporarily kept in the park for virus testing

The Independent UK

Macau mass tests its population after COVID-19 infections

Macau carried out mass testing of its 700,000 residents on Tuesday after the emergence of COVID-19 cases in the past week, including at a major casino that prompted authorities to seal 1,500 people inside.

Reuters

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Study finds COVID-19 symptoms recur more often in those who took Paxlovid to ease illness

SAN DIEGO — You've been free of COVID-19 symptoms for two days. Then the coughing, fatigue and headaches return. Join the growing number of people experiencing what's being called COVID rebound.

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Apple supplier Foxconn quadruples bonuses to staff hit by China COVID lockdown

Apple supplier Foxconn said on Tuesday it has quadrupled bonuses on offer for workers at its Zhengzhou plant in central China as it seeks to quell discontent over COVID curbs and retain staff at the giant iPhone manufacturing site.

Reuters

COVID-19 activates similar response to Parkinson's disease, study suggests

A University of Queensland-led study finds COVID-19 activates a similar inflammatory response to Parkinson's disease, but scientists warn it's too early to cause alarm with more work needed into how the virus affects the brain.

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City of Albany councillor Delma Baesjou's leave application denied after missing meetings

A WA councillor says long COVID, tech issues and a kangaroo crash are behind her poor meeting attendance.

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Almost half of parents ‘likely to spend less on Christmas presents for children’

Some 55% of parents of children aged 18 or under in Britain are likely to reduce their spending on food and drink this Christmas, research suggests.

The Independent UK

Inflation surge dents consumer confidence

Consumer confidence is likely to fall further after Tuesday's rate hike, having already slumped to levels last seen during the early stages of COVID lockdowns.

AAP

MAFS’ Thomas Hartley to report 'threats' to police after 'sick' podcast comments

Thomas, who was coupled up with Adrian Sanderson on the latest season of Married At First Sight UK, appeared on the What’s Happenin’ podcast where he appeared to joke about Jenna’s dad, who died during the Covid-19 pandemic

Daily Mirror

Parents need to be prepared for ‘tri-epidemic’ this winter, pediatricians say

Local pediatric ERs are already dealing with a surge of RSV, but an uptick of flu and COVID-19 could be on the way at the same time.

Chicago Sun-Times

John Toshack speaks for first time on 'frightening' Covid battle that put him on ventilator for two weeks

The former Wales boss was speaking on a new documentary about his life in football

Wales Online

Covid-19 Rules Take Shine Off Hong Kong's Bid to Reopen

Hong Kong will attempt to show it is back in business with a financial summit and premier rugby tournament this week, as strict pandemic controls have led to an exodus of talent and business from the city.

Bangkok Post

Australian home prices fall for six months in a row as interest rate rises bite

Home prices have been dropping over the past six months as the Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates from a record low in May to curb red-hot inflation. And with interest rates set to keep rising, more falls are expected.

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Italy delays EU-required justice reform, scraps vaccine mandate for medics

Italy's new government on Monday delayed the application of a justice reform required to obtain European post-pandemic funds and scrapped a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health workers.

The Independent UK

Ted Cruz appears to push GOP conspiracy theories about Paul Pelosi attack

The Texas senator shared a tweet that called into question the suspected attacker’s affiliation with right-wing conspiracy theories tied to Covid-19 and QAnon

The Independent UK

CDC director tests positive for COVID again

The head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tested positive again for COVID-19

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Wait to get Covid-19 vaccine or flu jab if you have cold, Coronavirus or flu symptoms

The NHS has advice on what to do if you feel under the weather and are due to get your coronavirus jab, booster or flu vaccination

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The Guardian - UK

Visitors trapped in Shanghai’s Disney resort after lockdown announced

Videos appear to show guests rushing to locked gates as strict Covid restrictions return across China

Nottingham Post

Travel warning for Spain after protests break out across the country

Holidaymakers are warned of potential "violence" and "unrest" amid protests

The Independent UK

Covid inquiry will examine Boris Johnson’s Whatsapp messages during pandemic

‘The disease has caused widespread and long-term physical and mental illness, grief and untold misery’ said Hugo Keith KC

The Guardian - UK

From dog creches to secret Coldplay gigs: a 50-year timeline of Crisis at Christmas

Since being established in 1972, one of the largest volunteer-led events in Europe has staged radio appeals, hosted Christmas dinner at Sir Ian McKellen’s pub, and offered guests samba lessons and more

Evening Standard

The Standard View: Rishi Sunak must put climate at the core of his economic plan

Climate change is the single greatest threat humanity faces. From rising sea levels to forest fires, heatwaves to flooding, its impact will be the defining feature of the 21st century — and beyond. Therefore, our efforts today and in the next few years to cut emissions are critical.

Bangkok Post

Hong Kong travel sector appeals for coronavirus breaks for tour groups

Representatives of Hong Kong's travel sector are pressing the government to grant special privileges to tour groups so they can eat in private areas of restaurants and visit attractions, instead of restricting their movements for three days of Covid-19 medical surveillance on arrival, a senior industry executive has told the…

The Guardian - UK

Covid-19 inquiry to examine Boris Johnson WhatsApp messages

Messages between Johnson and officials requested alongside cabinet minutes for second stage of inquiry

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