Despite mounting cases, Beijing relaxes certain restrictions


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China’s zero-Covid policy has taken a heavy toll on the economy and the lives of common people. Public apathy toward lockdowns and travel restrictions is growing. More than 10,500 new Covid cases were reported on Thursday, the highest daily number since April. Advertisement Despite the fact that the number of Covid cases is at its highest point in months, Beijing has somewhat loosened some of its prohibitions. The seven-day state-mandated quarantine period for close interactions will be reduced to five days in a facility and three days at home. A lot of people will avoid needing to be quarantined because...