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Beijing Marathon back after two years but Covid rules in force

Beijing Marathon back after two years but Covid rules in force

About 30,000 runners, some wearing face masks, took part on Sunday in a chilly and smoggy first Beijing Marathon since 2019 after Covid cancelled previous races. It was the first major sporting event in the Chinese capital since the Winter Olympics in February. China continues to adhere to a strict …

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Gold prices hit 3-month high

Gold prices hit 3-month high

The Saigon Jewelry Company (SJC) hiked the price of gold by VND400,000 ($16.08) per tael to VND67.7 million Saturday morning. This is the biggest increase by the state-owned firm since the beginning of August. A tael equals 37.5 grams or 1.2 ounces. Jewelers sold gold rings for VND53.3 million per …

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China posts 6-month high Covid count as it sticks with strategy

China posts 6-month high Covid count as it sticks with strategy

China on Sunday reported its highest number of new Covid-19 infections in six months, a day after health officials said they were sticking with strict coronavirus curbs, likely disappointing recent investor hopes for an easing. China recorded 4,610 new Covid-19 infections on Saturday, of which 588 were symptomatic and 4,022 …

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