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‘China’s Hawaii’ thrown into lockdown
It’s Dubbed “China’s Hawaii” for its Sandy beaches and high end hotels, now it’s a hotspot
The popular resort city of Sanya, on China’s tropical Hainan Island, has been thrown into Covid-19 lockdown.
Approximately 80,000 tourists remain stranded in the popular holiday destination, according to the Deputy mayor He Shigang.
Upwards of 800 cases have been reported so far, making it the latest hotspot.
From August 6, tourists are required to stay in the region for seven days and clear five covid tests before leaving.
80 per cent of flights leaving the area have been cancelled, all public transport has been halted, and peoples movements now being heavily restricted.
The city has been divided into medium and high risk zones, in an attempt to curb the growing number of cases.
However, the lockdown comes at the peak of summer tourism.
Authorities are working around the clock to help stranded travellers by offering them half-price discounts on hotels.
Mass testing has now begun, with reports tourists are queuing for up to 90 minutes.
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Google leads Australia media tax rankings
Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.
Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.
Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.
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Trump eyes Middle East visit as Gaza ceasefire talks advance
Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.
Trump may visit Middle East this weekend as Kushner seeks Gaza ceasefire amid positive Egypt talks and Turkey’s confirmation.
President Trump may visit the Middle East this weekend as Jared Kushner and envoy Steve Witkoff push for a Gaza ceasefire.
Recent Egypt talks and cooperation from Israel and Hamas raise hopes for a deal, with Turkey confirming progress.
#GazaCeasefire #TrumpMiddleEast #Kushner #PeaceTalks #IsraelHamas
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US government takes 10% equity in Trilogy Metals
U.S. takes direct 10% stake in Trilogy Metals to enhance supply chain security for AI, clean energy, and defense.
U.S. takes direct 10% stake in Trilogy Metals to enhance supply chain security for AI, clean energy, and defense.
The U.S. government’s 10% stake in Trilogy Metals marks a shift from subsidies to direct ownership in strategic industries.
Experts say this approach aims to secure supply chains for AI, clean energy, and defense, reducing reliance on foreign sources for critical minerals and tech components.
#TrilogyMetals #USIndustry #CriticalMinerals #SupplyChainSecurity #AI #CleanEnergy #DefenseTech #IndustrialPolicy
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