After the Japanese national anthem was sung at the Tokyo2020 Olympic Opening Ceremony, a moment of silence was called to remember the global victims of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The floor of Olympic Stadium is lit before the start of the opening ceremony July 23, in Tokyo. David J. Phillip/AP
Thursday saw Tokyo record 1,979 new Covid cases — the highest daily number since Jan. 15. As of Thursday, there have been 110 positive cases linked to the Games as those arriving in Tokyo undergo a rigorous testing program.
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