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State feels existing EEC target can be met

The rapid spread of Omicron infections and the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict are expected to affect the country's investment prospects this year, but the government remains optimistic that investment in its flagship Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) can reach 2.2 trillion baht over the next five years as projected.

Bangkok Post

The idea that saved many lives in Manchester as the country braced for Omicron

ON THE COVID FRONTLINE: Inside the Coronavirus Medicines Delivery Unit (CMDU) at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust which is helping prevent those most at risk being hospitalised with the virus

Manchester Evening News

Workforces wiped out, executives feeling the heat in Omicron outbreak

The outbreak is 'wiping out' workforces, and managers trying to fill the gaps feel broken.

Newsroom.co.nz

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Prisoners need a bail-out from Omicron, say advocates

A group of prisoner advocacy and justice reform organisations are calling for urgent measures to get as many out from behind bars as the peak of Omicron approaches

Newsroom.co.nz

Virologist Q&A: Differences between the two Omicron subvariants of concern

A Q&A with the virologist Dr Jemma Geoghegan about BA.1 and BA.2 subvariants

Newsroom.co.nz

Omicron Covid scam texts pretending to be from NHS swindle £531,000 from Brits in two months

Action Fraud says that in 2022, 412 people have fallen victim to scammers who pretend to be the NHS and send texts requesting personal information

Chronicle Live

Bristol Covid-19 latest: City sees big drop in cases as deaths remain low

Death rates are at their lowest since Omicron variant arrived

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Perth nightclub boss wins Covid closure fund appeal after Hogmanay parties cancelled by Omicron restrictions

John Bryden thanked the Scottish Government for approving five-figure compensation

Daily Record

Maths professor picks up Kalashnikov to defend Kyiv: ‘I never thought at 67 I’d be carrying a gun’

Dr Igor Nesteruk has gone from writing papers about Omicron to defending Kyiv

Evening Standard

Bristol bars and restaurants get TWO extra days to apply for Omicron grants after council closed applications early

The grants are potentially worth £10,000 to cover a 'lost Christmas'

Bristol Post

WA has 2137 new Omicron cases, peak looms

Western Australia has recorded 2137 new COVID-19 cases, with the state's Omicron outbreak expected to peak within coming weeks.

AAP

Bristol bars and restaurants 'miss out on Omicron grant' as council close applications early

“It’s an absolute shambles. To say the hospitality industry in Bristol is p***ed off is an understatement"

Bristol Post

Travelzoo's Q4 Performance Lags Street View; Sees Return To Profitability In Q1 2022

Travelzoo (NASDAQ:TZOO) reported fourth-quarter FY21 revenue growth of 13% year-on-year to $14.1 million, missing the consensus of $18.2 million. Business segment revenue decreased 3% Y/Y to $8.6 million in North America and rose 77% to $4.8 million in Europe. Jack's Flight Club revenue declined 13% Y/Y to $0.803 million. EPS loss of $(0.25)…

Benzinga

Why Are Big Lots Shares Trading Lower Today

Big Lots Inc (NYSE:BIG) reported a fourth-quarter FY21 sales decline of 0.3% year-on-year, to $1.73 billion, beating the consensus of $1.72 billion. Comparable sales decreased 2.3% versus a 7.9% increase last year. On a two-year basis, comparable sales increased 5.4%. The gross margin for the quarter decreased 210 basis points Y/Y to 37.3%.…

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The Times of India

Omicron has weakened need for booster shots, says official

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Ongoing COVID outbreak in Mildura prompts call for residents to get vaccine booster shots

Infections are declining in most of Victoria, but authorities say a Delta outbreak in Mildura that coincided with the Omicron wave means the city is still struggling to bring the virus under control.

The Independent UK

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

The Canberra Times

Health Minister explains chief health officer's media absence over Omicron peak

Staff shortages created pressures for the chief health officer over the Omicron peak.

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AAP

Building approvals slumped in January

Building approvals slumped 27.9 per cent in January, but there was a marked improvement in the trade surplus due to a jump in exports.

Newsroom.co.nz

Bloomfield on testing problems: 'Things took off quickly'

In an interview with Newsroom, the health ministry boss explains capacity problems, and planning for the next phase of Omicron.

Daily Mirror

Stealth Omicron Covid variant is dominant in the UK – 10 symptoms to look out for

A sub-variant of Omicron, also known as stealth Omicron, is now the dominant strain of the virus in the UK. Here are the key symptoms of the sub-variant you need to keep a look out for

The Guardian - AU

Western Australia border reopens after 697 days as the ‘hermit state’

The reopening comes after one false start – and amid an Omicron outbreak and controversial new Covid restrictions

ABC News

Northern Territory COVID-19 mask mandate to lift on Monday, Territory records two deaths

From Monday, masks will no longer be required except in high-risk settings, as Chief Minister Michael Gunner declares the NT is past the peak of the Omicron wave.

ABC News

Katherine residents staying home amid Omicron's spread as businesses feel the pinch

It may be the hot Top End wet season in Katherine but the town's streets are desolate as the community hunkers down in a bid to counter the spread of Omicron. For some businesses, it's the worst downturn in five years.

The Conversation

How does Omicron compare with Delta? Here's what we know about infectiousness, symptoms, severity and vaccine protection

Since Omicron was detected in South Africa in late November, the SARS-CoV-2 variant has spread to more than 165 countries and is now the dominant strain.

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