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‘This is a dangerous time’ – three Australian states in lockdown

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A third Australian city will go into lockdown tonight as restrictions tighten across the nation in a race to contain a growing number of Covid-19 outbreaks

South Australia in lockdown

Health authorities have confirmed South Australia’s outbreak is the Delta strain, prompting the state to tighten restrictions.

From 6:00pm, there will be just five reasons to leave your home.

It follows the state recording FIVE new infections in its latest reporting period.

Premier Steven Marshall is providing a coronavirus update, he says “we have to act decisively, we have to act quickly.”

He says “there is no need for panic buying”, and there are plenty of supplies across the state.

“This is a dangerous time,” Mr Marshall said.

“I’m 100 per cent convinced that South Australians will rise to the challenge, will make sure they can abide by these new restrictions, and make sure we get through this in as short a time as possible.”

Victoria’s lockdown extended

Melbourne will extend its COVID lockdown by seven days.

It follows the state nine new cases of COVID-19 overnight, but authorities remain concerned about the rampant spread of the Delta strain of the virus.

That’s midnight next Tuesday, July 27.

“As promising as our progress has been avoiding a New South Wales-style long, lengthy, very challenging lockdown, where you just lose control of cases, we’ve avoided that, but we need more time,” Mr Andrews said.

“There are chains of transmission that are not yet contained, that we don’t know about.”

Premier Daniel Andrews has also announced any travel to Victoria using red zone permits will be temporarily paused. 

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says “the signs are positive” but the state needs more time to be certain as too when it can open up again.

Sydney and the state of New South Wales also remain in lockdown today

NSW is in the midst of a 5-week lockdown.

NSW recorded 78 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8:00pm yesterday.

Cheif Health Officer Kerry Chant said authorities were seeing more hospitalisations, admissions to ICU and people on ventilators.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the spread of the virus in workplaces and households remains a concern but that it is “always pleasing when we see a drop in the [day-by-day] numbers”.

“That 78 figure would have been much higher had people not been doing the right thing and we just need everyone to stick with it and make sure you protect yourself and your family and your work colleagues in particular. ”

Where did it all begin?

NSW Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant confirmed on Thursday that the Sydney driver who tested positive for COVID-19 had the Delta variant.

According to the ABC, while the recent COVID-19 outbreak in Victoria also involved the Delta variant, that outbreak was linked to a different source of infection.

The Delta variant was first detected in India in October last year.

UK authorities have estimated the Delta variant is 40 per cent more infectious than the Alpha variant that sent Britain into lockdown at the start of the year.

Matt Grudnoff from the Australia Institute says there is a possibility of a ‘double dip recession’ due to the variant causing cities to lockdown.

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Is this the next James Bond?

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In a huge shift for the iconic James Bond franchise, reports indicate that British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been formally extended an offer to step into the coveted role, succeeding Daniel Craig.

The revelation, as per The Sun, comes amid much anticipation surrounding the future of the long-standing spy thriller series.

Eon Productions, the entity behind the Bond films, appears poised to commence production this year, with Taylor-Johnson seemingly primed to don the mantle of 007.

Sources close to the production suggest that the formal offer has been made, awaiting Taylor-Johnson’s response.

“Should he wish to accept it, Bond is Aaron’s job,” an insider remarked.

The last James Bond actor, Daniel Craig.

“The formal offer is on the table, and they are waiting to hear back. As far as Eon is concerned, Aaron is going to sign his contract in the coming days, and they can start preparing for the big announcement.”

This development follows a period of speculation regarding who would inherit the role, with Taylor-Johnson emerging as a contender alongside other notable actors such as Cillian Murphy, Idris Elba, Henry Cavill, and James Norton.

In response to inquiries about his potential involvement, Taylor-Johnson expressed gratitude, stating, “I find it charming and wonderful that people see me in that role. I take it as a great compliment.”

Best Supporting Actor

The actor’s journey to the cusp of the Bond franchise has been marked by a diverse array of roles, including notable performances in films like “Nocturnal Animals,” for which he received a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor.

Insiders cite this as evidence of Taylor-Johnson’s suitability for the role, asserting that his talent and range make him an ideal successor to Craig’s portrayal.

Daniel Craig, who portrayed Bond across five films, bid farewell to the character following the release of 2021’s “No Time To Die,” a film that concluded with a dramatic finale, leaving the fate of 007 ambiguous.

With Aaron Taylor-Johnson potentially stepping into the iconic role, fans await eagerly for further developments as the next chapter of the Bond saga begins to take shape.

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Are audiences already fed up with AI?

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One of the standout moments from the recently concluded SXSW in Austin, Texas, was the crowd’s reaction during the film premiere of “The Fall Guy,” featuring Ryan Gosling.

Attendees voiced their displeasure with an AI video sizzle reel, which failed to resonate with the everyday consumer, resulting in boos from the audience.

The incident underscores the growing importance of understanding and catering to the human experience in technology and entertainment.

 

 

 

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A surge of Hollywood actors dive headfirst into Gaming

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Exciting news has emerged from the gaming world as a beloved video game franchise gears up for a television adaptation.

The official Among Us account recently revealed that an animated TV series is in development, featuring stars such as Ashley Johnson, Elijah Wood, Randall Park, and Yvette Nicole Brown, courtesy of CBS Studios.

Meanwhile, Summer Game Fest 2024 has announced its return, promising a showcase of new video game announcements, trailers, and first looks on June 7th, hosted by Geoff Keighley.

Anticipation mounts for potential reveals from industry giants like Rockstar Games, Kojima Productions, Insomniac Games, and Santa Monica Studios.

Getting Pro with Playstation

In other news, rumours surrounding the PlayStation 5 Pro have gained traction following leaks reported by Insider Gaming. According to leaked documentation, the PS5 Pro boasts enhancements including 45% faster rendering, 2-3 times the ray-tracing capability, and a custom machine learning architecture, potentially slated for a holiday 2024 release.

However, Insider Gaming notes that plans may be subject to change based on Sony’s release strategy for first-party titles.

Games out this week

As the gaming community eagerly awaits these developments, this week also sees the release of notable titles such as “Princess Peach Showtime!” on Nintendo Switch, “Rise of the Ronin” on PlayStation 5, and “Dragon’s Dogma II” on Xbox Series, PC, and PS5, promising diverse experiences for players worldwide.

 

 

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