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Christmas plans in limbo as global COVID cases spike

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Coronavirus cases are continuing to spike right around the world, as authorities expect Omicron to become the dominant strain in most countries.

However, there’s some good news for South Africa, with the South African Medical Association now saying the country is “over the curve” of new Omicron infections.

The Association also says the new variant has not caused the death rate to spike, and disease is much less severe than that seen in Delta cases.

In the United Kingdom, Prime minister Boris Johnson warns the situation is “extremely difficult” but no new measures will be imposed for now.

COVID CASES SURGE AMID NEW STRAIN

Is the UK heading backwards?

Britain recorded a further 91,000 new coronavirus cases within the past 24 hours.

Johnson says the data is being reviewed hour by hour as the arguments for tighter restrictions are “finely balanced”

Britain’s main nurses’ union has warned that exhaustion and surging COVID cases among medical staff are pushing them to the breaking point, adding to pressure on the government for new restrictions to curb record numbers of infections driven by the Omicron variant.

Many governments within the EU and the US are confronting similar dilemmas over how hard to come down in the face of Omicron, which appears more transmissible than the previous delta variant that itself led to surges in many parts of the world.Early evidence suggests Omicron may also produce less serious illness — though scientists caution it is too soon to say — and that it could better evade vaccine protection.

William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Judge grants request to pause Trump’s federal Jan. 6 case

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Special Counsel Jack Smith moves to vacate pretrial deadlines as DOJ weighs next steps after Trump’s Election Day victory.

U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan on Friday granted Special Counsel Jack Smith’s request to pause proceedings in former President Donald Trump’s federal Jan. 6 case.

The decision halts upcoming pretrial deadlines, allowing the Department of Justice (DOJ) time to consider next steps after Trump’s recent electoral win.

Smith’s motion filed on Friday highlighted the unprecedented situation, noting, “as a result of the election,” the DOJ seeks to vacate remaining deadlines to “assess this unprecedented circumstance.”

Judge Chutkan agreed, instructing the prosecution to submit a status report on December 2 with its proposed course of action.

The request marks a pivotal step, likely steering toward a halt in prosecution, given the DOJ’s longstanding policy against prosecuting a sitting president.

Trump’s victory, making him the first convicted felon elected to the White House, has prompted DOJ officials to deliberate on how best to close Smith’s two federal cases against him.

Had Trump lost the race against Vice President Harris, the former president could have faced potential prison time.

However, this Election Day win likely shields him from criminal consequences while in office.

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How Donald Trump’s business policies will shape the U.S. economy

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Business leaders are closely monitoring the impact that President-elect Donald Trump’s forthcoming policies might have on the financial landscape.

In a resounding victory, Trump captured both the electoral and popular vote to become the 47th President of the United States.

Trump’s landslide victory is fueling discussions on how his administration’s potential policy changes could reshape tax and trade systems as well as influence global economies.

Vick Tipnes, the CEO of Blackstone medical services joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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Usha Vance to make history as the first Indian-American Second Lady

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President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his transition team in Florida alongside Vice President-elect J.D. Vance as they prepare for the upcoming administration.

This election ushers in significant milestones, including Usha Vance, who will be the first Indian American and Hindu to serve as Second Lady of the United States.

As the daughter of Indian immigrants, her presence marks a moment of cultural representation in American politics.

Vice President-elect J.D. Vance praised his wife’s unwavering support, attributing her strength as a key factor in their successful campaign.

This new chapter signals a blend of continuity and change in the White House, promising a term marked by historical firsts and renewed policy efforts.

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