UK reports highest deaths since May; Brazil cases pass 5.7m; US sees record hospitalisations

In more news from Asia Pacific: AAP reports that growing confidence among business and consumers suggests the recovery from Australia’s first recession in nearly 30 years is well under way.

National Australia Bank’s business survey shows confidence is at its highest level since mid-2019. Industries like retailing have seen a strong recovery from the depths of the pandemic.

Dan McGarry reports for the Guardian from Port Vila:

One of the last remaining Covid-free countries in the world has announced its first positive test.

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