The number of new coronavirus infections reported in Tokyo on Thursday hit a single-day record of 224, the metropolitan government said, with the sudden jump in cases stoking fears of a second wave.But the central government denied it would immediately declare a state of emergency again, after lifting the previous one in late May, underscoring that Japan's medical system is well prepared.The daily figures announced by the metropolitan government reflect the most recent totals reported by health authorities and medical institutions in the capital.The latest figure follows Wednesday's announc…READ FULL ARTICLE
