Tokyo confirms record of over 180 new coronavirus infections Thurs.

More than 180 new coronavirus cases were confirmed in Tokyo on Thursday, a record daily increase, a metropolitan government official said.The number topped the previous record of 144 marked Wednesday and brought the total number of infections in the capital to more than 1,500.Japan has declared a state of emergency in Tokyo and six other prefectures, urging residents to refrain from nonessential outings and some businesses to shut in a bid to prevent further escalation in the pandemic.Related coverage:Barbers, DIY shops seen off Tokyo's closure request list over coronavirusREAD FULL ARTICLE