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Japan declares virus emergency three months before Olympics

24 Sept 07:42 Key points summarised by AI

Japan announced a new state of emergency for Tokyo and three other regions, effective April 25 to May 11, to combat surging COVID-19 infections just three months before the Olympic Games.
The stricter measures include closing bars/restaurants or halting alcohol sales, shuttering major commercial facilities, and discouraging travel during the Golden Week holiday.
Despite the escalating health crisis and public opposition, Olympic organizers insist the Games will proceed, though the emergency is already disrupting torch relay events and leading to team withdrawals.
Japan's vaccination rollout remains slow, further complicating efforts to contain the virus and ensure public safety for the upcoming global event.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.