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Representative image (Image: AP) North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, said the country had brought its coronavirus outbreak to an end without vaccines, state media reported Thursday, while Kim’s sister accused South Korea of sending the virus across the border and threatened​ “deadly”​ retaliation​. After two years of claiming to have no COVID-19 cases, North Korea reported an outbreak in May, announcing a “maximum emergency” and locking down all of its cities and counties. On Wednesday, Kim ​“solemnly declared the victory​” in “exterminating the novel coronavirus that had made inroads into our territory​,” the state-run Korean Central News Agency reported. ​ Kim, speaking at a meeting with national health officials, said his government would downgrade its anti-disease vigilance to an “ordinary” level as of Friday, according to the report. ​Outside experts have cast doubt on the North’s ​COVID-related claims, including its past assertions that it had no cases. The figures it … [Read more...] about North Korea Says Its COVID-19 Outbreak Is Over

(CTN News) – The World Health Organisation (WHO) does not believe the monkeypox outbreak outside Africa will lead to a pandemic, an official said on Monday, adding it is unclear whether infected people who are not showing symptoms of the infection can spread the disease. More than 300 suspected and confirmed cases of monkeypox , a mild illness spread through close contact and characterized by flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions, have been reported mostly in Europe this month. Must Read: Monkeypox Is Different From COVID-19, Experts Says (WHO) ‘not concerned’ about monkeypox outbreak becoming a pandemic WHO is considering whether to classify the outbreak as a “potential public health emergency of international concern”, or PHEIC. A declaration like that of COVID-19 and Ebola would accelerate research and funding for the disease’s containment. Rosamund Lewis, WHO Health Emergencies Programme technical lead for monkeypox , responded: “We don’t … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Outbreak Unlikely To Cause A Pandemic, WHO Says

Cherie Gil True to Cherie Gil’s iconic line, “You’re nothing but a second-rate, trying hard copycat,” she’s a tough act to follow. The primera contrabida left a void in the biz that nobody else can fill. Bravo, Cherie, for a life well-lived and for being so well-loved. As my little tribute to Cherie, I asked some of her peers to share their fondest memory of the incredible Eigenmann woman. Vilma Santos Vilma Santos: I will always remember Cherie as a true friend, a very sincere person, a real artist, kalog at napakasayang kasama. Nabawasan tayo ng icon. Ricky Davao Ricky Davao: When I was 16, I would always go to the house of Tita Rosemarie Gil to spend the whole day with Michael and Mark. One time, I saw a very shy Cherie, who was around 13 years old at the time. Hindi pa kami nag-uusap nun, “hi, hello” lang, but she was now making these jokes on the set. She always shone bright, and I feel blessed to have this and so many other memories with her and her … [Read more...] about Tough act to follow: Celebs ’fond memories of Cherie Gil

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The Roe v. Wade decision is top of mind for the public sector, many business leaders— even scientists. The Turnaway Study conducted at the University of California at San Francisco, found that receiving an abortion does not harm the health and well-being of women. In fact, it found that being denied an abortion results in worse financial, health and family outcomes. Another study by JAMA Psychiatry found that women seeking and being denied abortions reported significantly more mental health issues eight days later. They suffered more anxiety, poor self-esteem and low life satisfaction—but similar levels of depression—as women receiving abortions. Rumblings In The Workplace In response to the Roe v. Wade ruling, several leading companies like Apple, Citigroup, Netflix and Salesforce are expanding healthcare benefits. “In the workplace, the reversal of Roe is not only an issue impacting the health and well-being of … [Read more...] about Companies Not Changing Health Benefits Despite Roe V. Wade Ruling, Study Finds

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Tax Notes reporter Benjamin Guggenheim discusses the latest tax legislation on Capitol Hill: the recently passed CHIPS and Science Act and the revived reconciliation bill known as the Inflation Reduction Act. This transcript has been edited for length and clarity. David D. Stewart: Welcome to the podcast. I'm David Stewart, editor in chief of Tax Notes Today International . This week: Build Back smaller? After months of stalled negotiations, little agreement in either chamber of Congress, and a declaration that Build Back Better was dead, last week, Senate Democrats were able to make progress on not one, but two separate bills. The first, known as the CHIPS and Science Act, was a more bipartisan effort from the Senate that has generally been split down party lines. While the second, known as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), is Senate majority leader, Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Senator Joe … [Read more...] about Congress Vs. Inflation: The Legislative Tax Showdown

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin “We want to distinguish ourselves on a different level from our competitors. We try our best to be a company that has a soul and has a heart.” - A. Panconesi Andrea Panconesi is the founder, merchandiser and mastermind behind the world-famous fashion retailer, LuisaViaRoma. He’s a third-generation retailer, having grown up with the brand that started with his grandmother, who designed and sold hats in the 1800’s. Raised in the family business, Andrea took over LuisaViaRoma with a vision to keep the company on the forefront of an ever-evolving fashion and retail industry. Headquartered in Florence, LuisaViaRoma is a destination in itself, a place to find a mix of designers from around the world, including Balenciaga, Saint Laurent, Balmain, Givenchy, Alanui, Rhude, and Brock Collection. In addition to offering designer fashions in a competitive industry, LuisaViaRoma decided early on to sponsor and hosts star-studded … [Read more...] about LuisaViaRoma’s Founder, CEO And Editor-In-Chief On Involving Creators To Build A Content-Led Strategy In Ecommerce

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Summer's well underway in Paris, and, staying true to French tradition, many locals have left the city for the south or somewhere further flung. A sudden lull settles on the capital, which gives those left some breathing space. The downside is that many shops and restaurants close, so you could find yourself facing a "We're closed" sign with nowhere decent to dine if you don't do your research first. Don't be caught out and book yourself a table at one of these 11 spots with splendid outdoor spaces, from places with views of the Eiffel Tower to an offbeat pop-up in the manicured gardens of one of the city's oldest museums. 1. La Plûme Paris' Jungly Outdoor Space Inside The Old City Post Office One of the city's most beautiful restaurants, with views of the gothic Saint-Eustache Church dating back to 1633, La Plûme, not to be confused with the hotel's ROOF bar, is a sleek and cozy cocoon to hide away from the cold in the … [Read more...] about 11 Paris Restaurants With The Most Beautiful Outdoor Spaces Staying Open In August

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin How Credit Cards Changed During the Pandemic and What to Expect in 2023 The last few years have been a roller coaster for both the travel industry and the market for rewards credit cards. In looking back over the last few years, some notable trends jump out as card issuers tried to react to customer sentiment and stay relevant in a highly dynamic environment. From shifting bonus categories to hefty welcome offers and an array of new product launches, here’s a look back at where we’ve been, and a possible glimpse at where the market is heading in 2023. [ The Points Guy ] Buy Now, Pay Later Sounds Too Good to Be True Because It Is Buy Now Pay Later companies often don’t do in-depth checks of consumers’ credit, meaning people wind up getting into debt they can’t pay. If someone screws up, they can be hit with late fees and see their credit scores dinged. And screwing up is easy to do if people are taking out … [Read more...] about This Week In Credit Card News: How The Pandemic Changed Credit Cards; The Dangers Of Buy Now, Pay Later

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Every season, Paris sees a whole new batch of hotels open their doors, which can make it hard to keep up. These last few months, the French capital has welcomed offshoots of international big hitters, including a Bvlgari hotel with a sense of service that'll be hard for other properties to match, and a first urban property for Cheval Blanc. Revamps of the Saint James chateau-hotel and historic Lancaster have also made it onto the list, as well as openings of smaller boutique hotels for explorers looking to put a different spin on the city. Bvlgari Hotel Paris About as haute as it gets, the Bvlgari Paris opened earlier this year, joining locations across the world from Bali to London. Sporting a seriously sleek look that screams Italian glamor without so much as a hint of rococo, the brand, that is set to continue its expansion on home ground in Rome, Tokyo and Los Angeles, has discreetly glided into the top spot when it … [Read more...] about Inside Paris’ New Crop Of Chic Hotels: 8 Places To Stay

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Jurassic World is out and reviews are quite divided – some people consider it one of the better sequels, nothing new but entertaining. Other people, especially dinosaur-lovers, got almost mad about the various scientific inaccuraties and the outdated dinosaur-reconstructions . [ Though Forbes' own paleontologist loved it . - Ed.] There's little doubt that the first movie – Jurassic Park – played an important role in how we re-imagined dinosaurs at the time. After Jurassic Park almost no children's book could dare to show dinosaurs as small-brained and cold-blooded  animals anymore. Reconstructing what extinct animals looked like, though, has never been an easy task. It's often been criticized, and depictions of prehistoric beasts often tell us more about human nature than natural history. Gallery: Ten Dinosaurs You Never Read About Growing Up 10 images View gallery The … [Read more...] about How Do We Know What Extinct Species Looked Like?