Fears Chinese city dwellers may cause COVID outbreak in smaller communities

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3 years ago

January 17, 2023

There are fears China’s city dwellers heading back to their rural hometowns for the Lunar Year may cause a COVID outbreak in smaller communities.

There are fears China’s city dwellers heading back to their rural hometowns for the Lunar NEW Year may cause a COVID outbreak in smaller communities.

Doctors and health authorities are struggling, in what is believed to be the world’s largest annual movement of people.

This is the first Lunar New Year after China ended three years of stringent COVID travel restrictions, lockdowns, and other measures.

China’s government recently reported that nearly 60,000 people had died of the disease in hospitals between December 8 and January 12.

That number itself is also being debated, as it doesn’t include people who died at home and there are questions over how a COVID death is reported.

The Lunar New Year officially begins on January 21 and China’s state media is full of reports of rural communities bolstering their medical supplies.

Albanese rejects super tax push amid political tensions

Albanese distances from Chalmers’ tax proposal on superannuation, amid rising concerns over voter sentiment and retirement savings.

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7 hours ago

December 16, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Albanese distances from Chalmers’ tax proposal on superannuation, amid rising concerns over voter sentiment and retirement savings.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has moved to distance himself from Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ proposal to increase taxes on high-balance superannuation accounts, signalling internal caution as cost-of-living pressures remain front of mind for voters.

The rejection highlights growing sensitivity around retirement savings, with critics warning that changes to super could undermine confidence in the system and spark broader political fallout ahead of future budget negotiations.

As debate continues inside government, questions remain over how Australia balances revenue needs without alienating voters or destabilising long-term savings policy.

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AI surges in 2025: Key insights

AI surged in 2025, evolving into a strategic force with autonomous agents and global investments reshaping industries.

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10 hours ago

December 16, 2025

Harvey Vargas

AI surged in 2025, evolving into a strategic force with autonomous agents and global investments reshaping industries.

AI exploded in 2025, transforming from a productivity tool into a strategic force, with more powerful models, autonomous agents, and massive global investment reshaping industries worldwide. Governments are racing to keep pace with the rapid developments and manage emerging risks.

In this exclusive interview, Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group explains why AI capabilities have leaped forward this year and how autonomous agents are changing the way people work.

We also explore where AI adoption is having the biggest real-world impact, why investment in AI infrastructure and chips is booming globally, and what regulatory hurdles lie ahead.

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U.S. offers security guarantees to Ukraine as Berlin talks show progress

U.S. vows to defend Ukraine, seeks Senate approval; Berlin talks advance peace while weighing sovereignty against conflict resolution.

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11 hours ago

December 16, 2025

Harvey Vargas

U.S. vows to defend Ukraine, seeks Senate approval; Berlin talks advance peace while weighing sovereignty against conflict resolution.

The United States has pledged to protect Ukraine from future Russian attacks, signaling strong support for European security. Washington will also seek Senate approval for its proposed role in the region, highlighting its commitment to defending allies and deterring further aggression.

In Berlin, talks between U.S., Ukrainian, and European leaders have reportedly made significant progress, with discussions focusing on security guarantees and potential frameworks for a peace deal with Russia. Territorial concessions remain a major sticking point, with negotiators carefully weighing Ukraine’s sovereignty against the urgency of ending the conflict.

U.S. officials emphasize that while they hope for a resolution by year-end, they are not applying undue pressure on Ukraine. Proposed security guarantees could include weapons provisions and monitoring mechanisms, echoing NATO’s collective defense commitments, in an effort to strengthen Ukraine’s negotiating position.

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