49 killed after trailer truck overturns in southern Mexico

At least 49 migrants were killed on Thursday after a trailer truck overturned in southern Mexico, authorities said.
Turkey confirms 20,874 daily COVID-19 cases
Turkey's health ministry announced 20,874 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total number of infections to 8,964,711.
Zimbabwe temporarily shuts down courts due to COVID-19
Courts across Zimbabwe have been ordered to close due to COVID-19 cases among staff members.
Botswana reports 25 Omicron variant cases
At least 25 cases of the Omicron variant have been discovered in Botswana, a health official said Wednesday.
Japan confirms fourth case of Omicron variant
Health officials in Japan have confirmed the country's fourth case of the Omicron variant.
Colombia to require travelers to present negative COVID-19 PCR test or vaccination certificate
Travelers wishing to enter Colombia must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or a vaccination certificate starting on Dec. 14, Health Minister Fernando Ruiz announced on Tuesday.
S.Korea's daily COVID-19 cases hit record high at 7,175
South Korea's daily COVID-19 cases hit a record high due to the surging infections in the greater Seoul area, the health authorities said Wednesday.