Euro 2020 crowds driving rise in COVID-19 infections, says WHO

29 Sept 08:07 Key points summarised by AI

The World Health Organization (WHO) attributes the recent surge in European COVID-19 infections to large crowds gathering at Euro 2020 stadiums, pubs, and associated travel.
This marks the end of a 10-week decline in new cases, with a 10% increase last week, further complicated by the rapid spread of the more contagious Delta variant across the region.
Health officials express growing concern, warning of an earlier-than-anticipated autumn surge if public vigilance falters and vaccination efforts are not intensified.

Gold first, proposal next: Thai archer delivers on promise

Yesterday 16:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thai para archer Khomson Singphirom won gold at the 2026 Asian Para Games, fulfilling his promise to propose to fellow archer and partner Phannipa Srathongmaew.
Khomson's partner, Phannipa, also secured a bronze medal, making their achievements at the Games particularly memorable.