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Believe it or not, it's still officially a pandemic, the WHO says. Welcome to year 4 of COVID

In its report, however, the emergency committee concluded that the pandemic "may be approaching an inflexion point," and asked the WHO to research the implications of terminating the emergency status "in the coming months."

Fortune

The childcare crisis poses a $122 billion economic threat to the U.S.

The current childcare crisis has serious immediate and long-term economic ramifications for the U.S.

Fortune

As many work from home, office landlords roll out entertainment to entice tenants

As landlords struggle to get people back into office buildings that emptied during the pandemic, some are turning to entertainment and other enticements such as yoga classes to woo wary workers.

Los Angeles Times

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Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2023: How to get tickets as full weekend line-up is confirmed

The Dundee festival’s line-up for Saturday and Sunday has been announced, and tickets for the event in May go on sale this week

Evening Standard

COVID Made Us Sick, But Government Responses Crippled Our Liberty

Report author: “The COVID-19 pandemic was a catastrophe for human freedom.”

Reason

All countries 'dangerously unprepared' for future pandemics, says IFRC

The world is "dangerously unprepared" for future pandemics, the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) say in a report published on Monday, calling on countries to update their preparedness plans by year-end.

Reuters

All Countries ‘Dangerously Unprepared’ for Future Pandemics, Says IFRC

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For film lovers, Sundance matters as much as ever. Here are 19 (more) reasons why

PARK CITY, Utah — The 2023 Sundance Film Festival came to a close Sunday, capping the festival’s first in-person edition since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in early 2020. Los Angeles Times film reporter Mark Olsen and film critic Justin Chang sat down to discuss what they saw and liked…

Los Angeles Times

With full state coffers and bipartisan support, Texas teachers are hopeful they’ll get a raise this year

The COVID-19 pandemic, inflation and burnout have pummeled teachers in the last few years. Lawmakers from both parties agree they should get a pay bump — but it won’t happen without some negotiation.

The Texas Tribune

WHO: COVID Remains a Public Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday that COVID-19 continues to constitute a public health emergency of international concern, its highest form of alert. The pandemic was likely in a "transition point" that continues to need careful management to "mitigate the potential negative consequences", the agency added in a…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lewis Capaldi, Niall Horan and Anne-Marie to headline BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Dundee

The event was originally set to go to Dundee in 2020, but due to the Covid-19 Pandemic it was unable to take place.

Daily Record

‘The worst it’s ever been’: mysterious US Adderall shortage puts ADHD patients at risk

In recent months, patients have reported problems filling nearly every type of ADHD medication prescription – and no one seems to know why

The Guardian - US

Under-funded WHO seeks 'reinforced' role in global health at key meeting

The World Health Organization will push at its board meeting this week for an expanded role in tackling the next global health emergency after COVID-19, but is still seeking answers on how to fund it, according to health policy experts.

Reuters

Costs crisis ‘worse than pandemic’ for half of young Scots, according to report

YOUNG people in Scotland are struggling more with the cost of living crisis than they did during the pandemic, according to a new report.

The National (Scotland)

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Nursing assistant slapped with £400 fine for parking at hospital during Covid pandemic

Malcolm Timmis is being chased for hundreds of pounds worth of fines in what he says is a 'gross injustice' after being handed tickets for parking at the hospital he works at

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Tourism mirrors geopolitics, and as China re-opens we'll see how it feels about Australia

How does China really feel about Australia? Tourism may show us, as the nation and its people decide whether they'll head back Down Under in the same numbers they were pre-pandemic.

Daily Mirror

Shania Twain's breaks silence on frantic battle for life and child abuse trauma

Shania Twain was struck down with Covid pneumonia during the pandemic - and the singer's husband was "really panicking"

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re on permanent catch-up’: how Covid has changed young Britons’ lives

Young people across the UK reflect on how the pandemic affected them – and continues to shape their futures

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‘Debilitating’ effects of pandemic linger on for Britain’s young

Exclusive: from physical and mental health to education and careers, two studies detail ways in which young still suffer

ABC News

Child researchers find growing link between pandemic screen time and school refusal rates

There is growing evidence that the overuse of digital devices throughout the first years of the pandemic may be a major factor in children refusing to go to school.

The Conversation

Children and teens aren't doing enough physical activity - new study sounds a health warning

Physical inactivity is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. It’s also associated with chronic illness and disability. Recent research estimates that the world could see close to half a billion new cases of major chronic diseases by 2030 if people don’t get more active. Regular physical activity helps to…

Tribune News Service

The pandemic is central to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ brand. Will voters still care in 2024?

TAMPA, Fla. — Fresh off his inauguration and two weeks into his second term, Gov. Ron DeSantis called a news conference to announce one of his first policy proposals since his reelection. It trod familiar ground.

The Conversation

Passengers need more than apologies from airlines after holiday chaos

A snowball effect initiated in Vancouver created an avalanche of travel chaos over the holidays at a time when many had overcome their fear of travelling following the COVID-19 pandemic and thought it was worth travelling again.

WEKU

9 diseases that keep epidemiologists up at night

Thinking about the next pandemic is job number one for many researchers around the world. Here's a look at the World Health Organization's current list of pathogens with pandemic potential.

Axios

What parents are worried about

Social media and the pandemic have made things harder.

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