Increasing hospitalisations, growing cases and the Paralympics fast approaching – the factors contributing to an extended state of emergency.
Crowds in Japan despite growing Delta outbreak
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.
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Ukraine has managed to launch successful attacks on key Russian military facilities, leaving experts and analysts baffled by the unexpected outcomes.
These strategic assaults have raised questions about Ukraine’s military capabilities and the effectiveness of its tactics in countering Russian forces.
Ukraine’s recent victories can be attributed to several key factors. First and foremost, the country has significantly improved its intelligence gathering and information warfare capabilities, allowing it to pinpoint vulnerabilities in Russian defenses. This enhanced situational awareness has enabled Ukraine to launch precise and coordinated strikes on critical military installations.
Additionally, Ukraine has received substantial support from international allies, both in terms of military equipment and training. This assistance has bolstered the Ukrainian military’s effectiveness and provided them with advanced weaponry, giving them an edge in their confrontations with Russian forces.
Furthermore, Ukraine’s determination and resilience in the face of adversity cannot be underestimated. The country’s citizens and armed forces have shown unwavering commitment to defending their sovereignty, driving them to devise innovative strategies and tactics to outmaneuver the Russian military.
The world watches with bated breath as Ukraine’s successful attacks continue to unfold, highlighting the evolving nature of modern warfare and the adaptability of smaller nations facing formidable adversaries.
Former Spain manager Jorge Vilda is set to come under scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation into the ‘kissgate’ controversy involving Luis Rubiales.
The investigation, which has sent shockwaves through the footballing world, centers around an alleged incident where Luis Rubiales, known for his fiery personality, kissed a reporter without her consent during a press conference in 2022. The incident quickly gained attention on social media and was widely condemned.
As part of the probe, authorities are now turning their attention to Jorge Vilda, who was the head coach of the Spanish national women’s team at the time of the incident. It is alleged that Vilda may have had knowledge of the incident or been aware of Rubiales’s behavior during the press conference.
Vilda, a respected figure in women’s football, has denied any wrongdoing and maintains that he had no prior knowledge of Rubiales’s actions. He expressed his shock and disappointment at being dragged into the controversy.
The investigation is being closely followed by football fans and stakeholders alike, as it raises questions about the accountability of individuals in positions of power within the sport. The ‘kissgate’ scandal has already had far-reaching implications for Rubiales, who resigned as the president of the Spanish Football Federation amidst the controversy.