Sun Sep 08 12:12:30 UTC 2024: ## US Prepares for Rising COVID Cases as Africa Battles Surge

**As infections in Africa continue to rise, the United States is bracing for its own potential increase in COVID-19 cases.** This news comes amidst a slew of other headlines, including a school shooting in Georgia, where a 14-year-old shooter sent an apology text to his mother before the incident.

**In the entertainment world, rapper Badshah revealed that watching Ranveer Singh’s film left him feeling depressed and anxious.** He also claimed to have taken double doses of his medication. Meanwhile, singer Honey Singh criticized the song “Beedi” from the film “Omkara” as misogynistic, prompting a response from lyricist Gulzar.

**Politics continues to be a hot topic, with a Republican report claiming that President Biden took 532 days off during his presidency.** The report was met with criticism from Democrats.

**In India, a suspected case of Mpox was reported, leading to the patient being placed in isolation.** Experts are advising on ways to protect oneself from the virus and its symptoms.

**Tragically, actor Vikas Sethi passed away at the age of 48 due to a cardiac arrest.** The news sparked discussion about the causes of cardiac arrest in people in their 40s.

**Other news includes:**
* A guide to places to visit in Amritsar beyond the Golden Temple.
* A report on Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) investing Rs 11,000 crore in Indian equities in the first week of September.
* The opening of HP NEET UG Counselling 2024 Round 2 registration.
* Tips on avoiding weight gain in PCOS.
* Yoga poses to boost focus and memory.
* News of Deepika Padukone welcoming a baby girl, and advice on post-delivery recovery.

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