Austria tests toddlers for virus with 'lollipops'

13 Sept 14:07 Key points summarised by AI

Austria introduces a new lollipop-shaped COVID-19 test for toddlers in kindergartens, providing a child-friendly alternative to traditional throat or nose swabs.
This initiative aims to effectively monitor infections and prevent the spread of more contagious virus variants among young children as schools and kindergartens reopen.
Developed by Manuela Foedinger, the easy-to-use test (suck for 90 seconds, dip, wait 15 minutes) is being rolled out in provinces like Burgenland and studied for accuracy in Vienna for potential broader deployment.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

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.