Chinese-made Omicron vaccine trials get going
China National Biotech Group, a subsidiary of Sinopharm, has been developing the vaccine since December 2021.
Wedding in a knot, groom missing due to Covid-19
The groom could only watch the goings-on of his own wedding via livestream as Covid controls were made more stringent by the authorities.
South Korea goes unmasked amid remaining concerns
Starting Monday (May 2), masks are only mandated indoors and during outdoor activities of events that carry a high risk of infection.
Thousands gather to pray in return to Idul Fitri festivities
The country’s COVID-19 caseload has been improving gradually over the last two months since the third wave of infections.
Chinese netizens get creative to show unhappiness with ‘zero-Covid’ policy
In a cat-and-mouse game, netizens try to stay one step ahead of government censors.
Philippines’ first Omicron subvariant case a fully vaxxed, asymptomatic person
The woman experienced mild symptoms nine days after her arrival and tested positive for the Omicron subvariant the next day.
New rules a giant step to endemic phase for Malaysia
Wearing masks or social distancing when outdoors are no longer mandatory but everyone should continue to self-regulate, urged the Malaysian Health Minister.
Punjab fully prepared to tackle Covid-19 surge: Mann
The Chief Minister also said Punjab already has ample resources to deal with any sort of insurgency, adding the situation is under control.
Mask-wearing optional nationwide as Cambodia’s daily infections hit record low
Wearing a mask is encouraged in crowded places and mandatory in enclosed settings, such as movie theatres and air-conditioned offices.
Hong Kong launches citywide home vaccination service
Unvaccinated persons aged 70 or above and persons with impaired mobility will have the opportunity to register for the free vaccination service.