Hong Kong reports 33 new COVID-19 cases, sharp decline from recent weeks


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Hong Kong reported 33 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday (Aug 11), a sharp drop from figures registered since the start of July even as authorities extended social distancing rules. Out of the 33 cases, 32 were locally transmitted, authorities said. Three more COVID-19 deaths were also recorded in the city on Tuesday - two men aged 79 and 80, as well as an 87-year-old woman. The Hong Kong government extended social distancing rules for seven days until Aug 18, cautioning that the city has to remain vigilant to battle further transmissions. It said the COVID-19 situation in Hong Kong remains...