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More than 19,770 new cases of Covid-19 have been detected in 24 hours, the highest level since August 25.
In critical care services, admissions have been on the rise for several days.
1,277 people are currently being treated there for a severe form of the coronavirus.
Faced with the progression of cases, some departments are reimposing the mask indoors despite the sanitary pass and outdoors.
The mobilization against the compulsory vaccination of caregivers and the health pass continues in Guadeloupe, where an unlimited general strike began on Monday, with already some clashes.
Follow the events of the day live:
7:15 am.
Uncertainties in the Christmas markets in Germany.
While Munich has already announced the cancellation of its Christmas market, uncertainty persists for other cities.
In Dresden (East), the oldest Christmas market in Germany, uncertainty is total five days before the opening to the public.
Others are already adapting: in Leipzig, alcohol will be banned, while in Nuremberg, the market will be reduced and spread over several sites.
7:05 am.
New restrictions in Ireland.
From this Thursday, faced with the increase in cases, Irish people will be recommended to telecommute when possible, and bars and restaurants will close at midnight.
In addition, the health pass will be extended to cinemas and theaters.
6:45 am.
Soon the recall for all in the United States.
According to the New York Times, the US Medicines Agency should authorize a recall of the Pfizer vaccine against Covid-19 for all adults in the next few days.
Not all states are waiting for this official authorization since Arkansas has already invited all of its adult population to receive its booster dose.
6:40 am. New restrictions in Beijing.
Two and a half months before the opening of the Olympic Games, Beijing is imposing new restrictions: all travelers to the Chinese capital must produce a test of less than 48 hours, regardless of their place of departure. Until now, only passengers coming from “at risk” areas were obliged to do so. In addition, flights from cities "at medium or high risk" are now abolished. This measure will significantly reduce flights to Beijing.
6.30 a.m.
Pfizer is requesting emergency authorization for its pill across the Atlantic.
Pfizer announces that it has requested urgent authorization for its anti-Covid pill, called Paxlovid, from the US drug agency.
According to American media, the government could announce the purchase of millions of drugs by the weekend.
6:20 am.
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