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Rising coronavirus cases in South and West cut into business optimism

A rising rate of coronavirus infections in certain states in the South and West have cut into business optimism. This week, Florida and South Carolina hit daily record highs of new coronavirus cases. Arizona’s cases tally has tripled in roughly two weeks, and Texas hospitalizations have skyrocketed. Some state leaders have argued that the increase… Read More »

Sydney teacher among four NSW virus cases

NSW Health is investigating a locally-acquired case of COVID-19 – a man in his twenties – as four new infections were confirmed throughout the state. It brings an end to the state’s two-week streak of having no recorded community-transmitted infections. “It is understood this case did not attend any recent mass gathering, including protests,” NSW… Read More »

WHO recommends Pakistan reimpose intermittent lockdowns as COVID-19 cases rise sharply

KARACHI, Pakistan (Reuters) – The World Health Organization has recommended Pakistani authorities reimpose “intermittent lockdowns” of targeted areas to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, stating the country did not meet the global body’s conditions for lifting restrictions. FILE PHOTO: A passenger wearing a protective face mask is seen from the window of a… Read More »