HONG KONG, July 20 — Hong Kong reported 73 new coronavirus cases today, including 66 that were locally transmitted, as new restrictions took effect and authorities warned there was no indication that the situation was coming under control. The global financial hub reported more than 100 cases...
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Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced yesterday non-essential civil servants must work from home. — Reuters pic HONG KONG, July 20 — Hong Kong reported 73 new coronavirus cases today, including 66 that were locally transmitted, as new restrictions took effect and authorities warned there was no indication that the situation was coming under control.
The global financial hub reported more than 100 cases yesterday, a record number as Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam announced that non-essential civil servants must work from home. — Reuters
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