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Scottish city populations fall as numbers in rural areas rise during pandemic

National Records of Scotland's latest estimates show reversal in a years-long trend

Insider UK

US, Israel Announce New Tech Partnership

The United States and Israel announced on Wednesday a new advanced technology partnership ahead of President Joe Biden's trip to the region. "A Strategic High-Level Dialogue on Technology will be established by the countries' national security advisers that will focus on strategic technologies artificial intelligence, quantum and solutions to global…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Calls for return of Covid controls after UK death toll passes 200,000

‘Damning milestone’ means measures such as mask-wearing and better sick pay needed again, doctors and bereaved families say

The Guardian - UK

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Cruise ships to return to WA after two years of the pandemic

International cruise ships are set to return to regional WA for the first time since the start of the pandemic when the state's restrictions lift on October 1.

ABC News

Bonus checks! One year free! How states are trying to fix a broken child care system

There's still a shortage of child care teachers and that's keeping parents out of the workforce. Dozens of states are trying to lure back providers and lower costs for families.

WEKU

Nearly 3 MILLION people not vaccinated against Covid amid warning 'pandemic is not over'

A government committee is calling for increased efforts to get those in vulnerable groups fully vaccinated as infection rates continue to rise again

Manchester Evening News

Thai garment workers decry COVID arrests after rare labour win

Labour activists claim authorities are selectively enforcing pandemic rules to suppress organising.

Al Jazeera

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These suburbs started closing their streets on weekends during the pandemic, and they might never stop

PHILADELPHIA -- When Orbi Bitraj sees weekend crowds now flocking to Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, on summer nights — some stumbling upon his corner Italian restaurant for the first time, others arriving in groups for reserved tables — he feels an immense sense of gratitude.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Melbourne has lost its status as Australia’s place to be. But there is hope – dressed in denim overalls

The vibes that saw Australians flocking to Melbourne for a better way of life have faded thanks to the pandemic

The Guardian - AU

Long Covid May Be Long Tail of Risk for Insurance Companies

Insurers are used to dealing with the unexpected, but trying to figure out the Covid-19 pandemic's lasting effects might be especially challenging.

Bangkok Post

Why BA.5 is not a super-virus, and how the vaccines are still the best option against COVID

The BA.5 “subvariant” of the coronavirus has rapidly become dominant in the United States, and rising COVID-19 case numbers are dashing hopes for a summer break from the pandemic.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Market index sees strong quarterly growth

The residential property market index in the first quarter maintained an upward trend as it saw quarter-on-quarter growth of 10.4% to 86.8, almost matching the pre-pandemic level due to a strong recovery in demand and supply.

Bangkok Post

‘Millions’ of Australians will be infected with Covid in coming weeks, health minister says

Mark Butler is urging Australians to get their booster jabs as case numbers rise and pandemic supports are scaled back

The Guardian - AU

Dr. Sameer Vohra named next director of Illinois Department of Public Health

Vohra, hailed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker as the Illinois Department of Public Health’s “next visionary leader,” will serve as the permanent replacement for Dr. Ngozi Ezike, who was a fixture on Illinois television screens during the pandemic.

Chicago Sun-Times

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The Conversation

How soon can I get COVID again? Experts now say 28 days – but you can protect yourself

My glorious two and a half year run of negative COVID tests came to a shuddering halt last week, after receiving a text confirming I was among the pandemic’s latest catch.

Reuters

Sticker shock, border delays sour hopes for Canadian travel boom

Rising prices, border restrictions and airport chaos are threatening hopes for a post-pandemic summer travel boom in Canada, stalling a tourism recovery and taking the sheen off the country as a destination, analysts and industry executives say.

Chronicle Live

More than 300 school children put on spectacular show at Durham Cathedral

Youngsters from 29 schools in Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland were taking part in performances to celebrate the power of unity, hope and aspiration

Tribune News Service

Delivery startup Gopuff cuts 10% of staff, closes warehouses to preserve cash

Gopuff is slashing 10% of its global workforce and closing dozens of warehouses, reining in spending following signs the delivery company expanded too quickly during the pandemic.

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Rivian’s job cut is just the latest in gloomy-looking car sector

Auto companies old and new have held up remarkably well amid the pandemic. Stark early warnings about an unprecedented shock to an industry that would maybe need another cash for clunkers-style shot in the arm look awfully alarmist a couple years later.

Chicago Sun-Times

Judge sets Ald. Ed Burke’s racketeering trial for November 2023 — giving Burke a chance to run again

The feds’ case against Burke has lingered for more than three years at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse, thanks in large part to the COVID-19 pandemic and a mountain of pretrial motions filed in August 2020 that were only ruled upon last month.

AAP

Treasurer defends end of free RAT scheme

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government can't continue to give free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for concession card holders indefinitely.

The Independent UK

GOP senator declares ‘pandemic is over’ despite rise in cases across US from dangerous Covid variant BA.5

The White House has warned Americans to protect themselves from the Omicron sub-variant

The Conversation

For migrant farm workers, housing is not just a determinant of health, but a determinant of death

Imagine if, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — before vaccines were available — you had to share a cramped bunkhouse with a dozen co-workers. Imagine if your employer forbid you from having personal visitors, or if you had to ask your boss for permission to visit the doctor.

The Conversation

Stronger democracies have seen fewer excess deaths during COVID – new research

Through the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become clear that an effective response to an emergency of this nature goes beyond the health system. While strengthening health infrastructure such as surveillance, testing and hospitals is key, we’ve also seen the use of non-pharmaceutical interventions like face masks, school closures and lockdowns.…

Benzinga

If You Invested $1,000 In Naked Brand At Its COVID-19 Pandemic Low, Here's How Much You'd Have Now

Investors who bought stocks during the COVID-19 market crash in 2020 have generally experienced some big gains in the past two years. But there is no question some big-name stocks performed better than others since the pandemic bottom.

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