US hits record COVID-19 hospitalizations amid virus surge

13 Sept 05:04 Key points summarised by AI

The U.S. reached a record number of COVID-19 hospitalizations and surpassed 1 million new cases in the first 10 days of November, indicating a widespread and severe nationwide surge.
This new wave is more extensive than previous surges, overwhelming hospitals across many states and leading to a rise in daily deaths, prompting governors to implement stricter public health measures.
Despite the grim short-term outlook, optimism stems from improved medical treatments, wider testing availability, and promising vaccine developments, including Pfizer's 90% effective experimental shot.
President-elect Joe Biden's incoming administration plans a science-guided approach to combat the virus, offering a more coordinated national response compared to the current political landscape.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.