Is Covid back? China reports sharp rise in coronavirus cases; 40,000 in fifth consecutive day

China saw a huge spike in Covid cases with close to 4,000 cases being reported across the country on Monday even as residents continue to protest against restrictions and lockdowns. The national capital, Beijing, alone recorded close to 4,000 on Tuesday.  On Monday, 39,452 new cases were reported by the National Health Commission, out of which 36,304 local asymptomatic cases. 

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