The New York Times – Travel:
From Jan. 8, visitors will be required to show only a negative P.C.R. test taken within 48 hours. The restrictions had cut the country off from the rest of the world for nearly three years.
Category: China
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WTA Chief Talks Money, China and Why Tennis Needs More Female Coaches
The New York Times – Sports:
Even without China’s “zero-Covid” policy, Steve Simon said that unresolved concerns about Peng Shuai would keep women’s tennis away from Shenzhen and a lucrative 10-year-deal to stage the Finals.
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China Lucks Out Again as Out-of-Control Rocket Booster Falls in the Pacific
The New York Times – Travel:
For the fourth time, the country’s space program used a 23-ton launcher that made an uncontrolled re-entry back to Earth, prompting nervous sky-watching and airspace closures in Europe.
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Language Apps and Technology to Help You Navigate Asia
The New York Times – Travel:
While you may not master every language ahead of a multistop tour through Asia, these apps and digital tools can help you get by (and maybe make you some friends).
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Major Covid Holdouts in Asia Drop Border Restrictions
The New York Times – Travel:
Hong Kong, Taiwan and Japan have relaxed their pandemic rules, as they look to bolster their economies and play catch-up with much of the world.
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WTA Finals Set for Texas This Year, but a Return to China Is Uncertain
The New York Times – Sports:
The year-end event is due to return to China in 2023, but the tour said its suspension of tournaments there after Peng Shuai accused a former government official of sexual assault remained in place.
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Wu Yibing’s U.S. Open Run Could Influence Tennis in China
The New York Times – Sports:
Wu Yibing became the first Chinese man to reach the third round of a Grand Slam since 1946. He says it’s his “responsibility” to pick up where the retired champion Li Na left off in growing the game.
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China’s Covid Lockdowns Strand Tourists
The New York Times – Travel:
Tens of thousands of domestic travelers were stuck at their summer vacation destinations after local outbreaks forced them into quarantine.
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Hong Kong: Mirror Concert Accident to Be Investigated
The New York Times – Music:
Two dancers for the popular boy band were hospitalized, a local news outlet reported. Hong Kong officials promised an investigation.