After Mass Protests, China Appears to Back Away From Harsh Covid Rules

 After Mass Protests, China Appears to Back Away From Harsh Covid Rules (Thanks to Keeler for this)

Several cities announced the easing of lockdown regulations and testing requirements after the country’s biggest demonstrations in decades.

The Chinese flag at half-staff in Beijing on Thursday in honor of the former Chinese leader Jiang Zemin. His death could inspire more people to demonstrate against the Chinese government.Credit...Noel Celis/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images