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Melbourne COVID cases spike to new record despite two month lockdown
COVID cases have spiked in Melbourne, the most locked down city in the world
New coronavirus infections urged to record levels, with 1438 new cases recorded on Thursday.
Health officials have blamed illegal home gatherings to watch a key sporting event for the spike as a hard lockdown to combat the spread of the Delta variant neared two months.
Authorities in Victoria, home to Melbourne, estimated nearly a third of Thursday’s 1,438 new infections could be traced back to home parties last weekend to watch the AFL grand final last week.
“Many of these cases were completely avoidable … I’m not trying to blame anyone, I’m simply trying to explain because a lot of people will be scratching their heads – how could it have gone up by so much, so fast,”
– State Premier Daniel Andrews said.
Officials admitted Thursday’s numbers, a 50% jump to Wednesday’s 950 cases, is a “major setback” in managing the flare-up, as they race to vaccinate the state’s 5.5 million adult population.
Melbourne has been named the most locked-down city in the world
Today’s five deaths include a woman in her 70s and a man in his 80s from the local suburb of Whittlesea, a man in his 70s from Moreland and a man in his 60s and another man in his 90s from Hume.
Mr Andrews said hospitalisations would continue to climb as virus cases surge in the state.
Authorities also announced that Victoria will change its Pfizer vaccination first and second dose interval from six weeks to three weeks at state hubs.
People within the state were already eligible to get their second Pfizer dose after three weeks at GPs, but the premier said following “certainty of supply” the state was able to bring forward the interval period at state-run clinics.
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Ukraine Russia peace talks stall with no breakthrough
Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.
Zelenskiy blames Moscow for stalling Geneva peace talks; negotiations to resume amid unresolved eastern territory and nuclear power plant disputes.
Two days of high-stakes negotiations in Geneva have ended without a breakthrough, as Ukraine and Russia failed to reach an agreement on key issues in the ongoing war. Despite international pressure, both sides walked away without a deal.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accused Moscow of deliberately stalling United States-mediated peace efforts, while Russia signalled it would not accept terms it sees as unfavourable. The White House says further talks are expected.
Major sticking points remain over territory in eastern Ukraine and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, with both sides rejecting proposals that would involve significant territorial concessions.
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Iran on edge as military build up meets domestic unrest
Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.
Iran strengthens military and nuclear sites amid US carrier presence, escalating fears of confrontation and internal dissent pressure.
Iran is ramping up military readiness as tensions with the United States intensify, with Tehran fortifying key nuclear sites and reviewing defence strategies amid the deployment of U.S. aircraft carriers in the region. Leaders in the Islamic Republic say they are prepared to respond to any imposed conflict, signalling a high-stakes standoff that could reshape regional security dynamics.
At the same time, the regime faces mounting domestic discontent, with security forces cracking down on dissent and carrying out widespread arrests following recent protests. While Iran insists it has made concessions toward a nuclear deal, Washington says key demands remain unmet, leaving negotiations in limbo and the country’s political future under strain.
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Jesse Jackson dies at 84 civil rights leader and presidential candidate
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, 84, dies, leaving a legacy in equality advocacy and global diplomacy.
Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84. Known as a servant leader, he dedicated his life to giving a voice to the oppressed and advocating for equality worldwide.
Jackson founded Operation PUSH and the National Rainbow Coalition, and served as a special envoy to Africa under President Bill Clinton, leaving a lasting impact on global diplomacy and social justice.
He also ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, played a key role in US politics, and helped secure the release of hostages abroad, remaining a tireless advocate until his passing.
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