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Japan extends emergency status as Delta cases skyrocket
Increasing hospitalisations, growing cases and the Paralympics fast approaching – the factors contributing to an extended state of emergency.
Japan’s state of emergency status in place for Tokyo is set to expand in an attempt to curb the Delta outbreak.
The current virus emergency now in place will soon cover seven more prefectures, bringing the total to 13.
An announcement with the exact details is expected to occur at 8pm Singapore time, with Japan’s Prime Minister holding a press conference to discuss the impending situation.
The move comes following an increase in positive cases, which is putting strain on the country’s healthcare system.
A rise in Delta variant cases is seeing an increase in hospitalisations with many patients requiring intensive care.
“The health-care system is in a very severe situation and experts are saying it’s near disaster levels,” COVID-19 Czar and Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura told an advisory panel.
COVID-19 cases in Japan have soared, reaching levels twice the amount of previous peaks.
The extension comes in time for the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics which is planned to commence on August 24.
The emergency status is set to last for the duration of the games, scheduled to conclude on September 12.
Despite the extension, support for Japan’s Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is diminishing.
A poll conducted by Kyodo News from August 14 to August 16 reveals that support for Mr Suga’s cabinet has plummeted by 31 percent, with many dissatisfied with the government’s handling of the pandemic.
While case numbers continue to grow, Mr Suga refuses to enforce a mandatory lockdown, saying that it wouldn’t be accepted in Japan.
Instead he is relying on Japan’s vaccine roll-out, like many other countries, in hope that it improves the situation.
Written by Rebecca Borg
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Coalition cracks deepen as Nationals break ranks over Labor reforms
Nationals senators defy party lines, voting against Labor’s reforms as Coalition faces internal rifts and leadership concerns.
Nationals senators defy party lines, voting against Labor’s reforms as Coalition faces internal rifts and leadership concerns.
A rift has emerged in the Coalition after three Nationals senators crossed the floor to vote against Labor’s post-Bondi hate group reforms, defying party lines and raising questions about their future in the shadow cabinet.
Their proposed amendment calling for greater scrutiny was rejected, and Labor’s legislation passed the Senate 38 votes to 22, cementing the reforms into law despite opposition pushback.
Coalition leadership will meet Wednesday to assess the political fallout, though some MPs consider the issue minor in terms of potential resignations. The incident highlights growing tensions within the party as internal discipline comes under pressure.
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Trump escalates Greenland rhetoric as Davos leaders push back on sovereignty
Trump claims U.S. alone can ensure Arctic peace, sparking backlash as Greenland’s sovereignty faces geopolitical tensions at Davos.
Trump claims U.S. alone can ensure Arctic peace, sparking backlash as Greenland’s sovereignty faces geopolitical tensions at Davos.
President Trump has intensified his remarks over Greenland, claiming the U.S. is the only nation capable of ensuring peace in the Arctic, sparking sharp pushback from European leaders. His rhetoric, including hints at potential tariffs, comes as international attention turns to the strategic territory.
The debate has dominated discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where Trump confirmed plans to meet regarding Greenland following a positive conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Meanwhile, Greenland’s leadership has warned that the territory must be ready for potential military scenarios.
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney also weighed in from Davos, drawing a firm line on sovereignty, declaring Greenland’s independence non-negotiable. The unfolding standoff highlights rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic, with global powers increasingly staking their claims.
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OpenAI prepares first consumer device amid revenue boom
OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.
OpenAI plans to launch a screenless smart speaker by late 2026, shifting focus to hardware amid significant revenue growth.
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its first-ever consumer hardware device in late 2026. The product is expected to be a screenless smart speaker, signalling the tech giant’s move beyond software and into the world of physical devices.
The device comes after OpenAI acquired a promising hardware startup to accelerate development.
The company is also pushing a strategy to strengthen domestic manufacturing, working closely with U.S. manufacturers to secure efficient production of essential components.
Despite the progress, technical hurdles remain, especially around the device’s listening capabilities, which could delay the rollout.
This development comes on the heels of OpenAI reporting an annualised revenue of over $20 billion in 2025, representing a staggering 233% increase from the previous year. The combination of massive revenue growth and expansion into hardware marks a new era for the AI pioneer.
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