The World Health Organization is warning most regions of the world are seeing an increase in COVID-19 infections. Southeast Asia has the highest proportion of new cases, which shot up by nearly 50% over the last week. The Philippines registered a record high of over 8,000 daily COVID-19 cases this week as some hospitals near capacity. The current surge has led to increased restrictions in the sprawling metro Manila region. Much of the Philippines has been under the longest and strictest lockdown in the world as many struggle with hunger and loss of income. Rights groups also warn authoritarian President Rodrigo Duterte is using coronavirus restrictions to further consolidate power.

In Brazil, COVID-19 deaths continue to soar, topping a record 3,200 fatalities Tuesday. Brazil is second only to the U.S. in total deaths and infections.