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Hong Kong breaks record for new covid-19 infections in a single day

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Hong Kong, 19 July (EFE/EPA) - (Camera: Jerome Favre) Hong Kong on Sunday surpassed its record for coronavirus infections in a single day since the start of the pandemic, with more than 100 new cases.Carrie Lam, Hong Kong's chief executive, announced at a news conference that all officials, except those dedicated to emergency services, will work from home starting Monday for at least a week. In addition, the use of masks will be mandatory in enclosed spaces, when until now it was only mandatory on public transport.FOOTAGE OF VIEW OF HONG KONG FROM VICTORIA SUMMIT.

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