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U.S. will now require COVID negative test for travelers departing from U.K. 1 min read

U.S. will now require COVID negative test for travelers departing from U.K.

Adiantku 2 months ago

The U.S. will require passengers flying from the U.K. to show proof of a negative test for coronavirus, amid rising concerns over a more-contagious COVID-19 strain that is spreading after first emerging in England.

Travelers arriving from the U.K. need to get a negative polymerase chain reaction or antigen test no more than 72 hours before leaving, according to a statement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC said the order will be signed by President Donald Trump on Friday and come into effect Dec. 28.

Regions from Hong Kong to Canada have temporarily suspended travel from the U.K. as the new coronavirus variant alarmed scientists and governments around the world. Early analysis suggests it may be as much as 70% more transmissible than other circulating strains.

Passengers from the U.K. must provide written documentation of their test to their airline, according to the CDC statement. Carriers … Read the rest

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The Chopped Leaf: An Ultimate Destination For Wholesome and Delicious Meals 1 min read

The Chopped Leaf: An Ultimate Destination For Wholesome and Delicious Meals

Adiantku 2 months ago

Food plays a key role in living a balanced and fulfilled life and flavor should not be sacrificed when fueling on-the-go, believes The Chopped Leaf, a leading restaurant brand. Founded in 2009, The Chopped Leaf is an emerging fresh casual lifestyle concept that provides delicious, handcrafted meals served fresh & quick for a healthy, better-for-you food experience.

Born on the shores of Okanagan Lake in Kelowna, BC, The Chopped Leaf is expanding its reach across Canada and the U.S. with one goal in mind: to make you feel good after you eat. Its chef designed menu is always made using fresh ingredients with bold, wholesome, and delicious flavors.

In an interview with Insights Success, Blair Stevens, the Founder and Brand President of the restaurant, shares his valuable insights on how The Chopped Leaf is serving wholesome and delicious meals for everyone

Below are the highlights of the interview:

Brief … Read the rest

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BoI to miss P1-T investment pledge goal 1 min read

BoI to miss P1-T investment pledge goal

Adiantku 2 months ago

INVESTMENT PLEDGES to the Board of Investments (BoI) are likely to fall short of the government’s P1-trillion target this year, according to the agency.

The BoI had received P905 billion of investment pledges as of Dec. 18, BoI Managing Head Ceferino S. Rodolfo told an online news briefing on Tuesday.

“I’m not sure if the target will be met,” he said in mixed English and Filipino. “Two or three weeks ago we were confident, but we’re still waiting for endorsements from other government agencies so I don’t know if those will be out.”

Investment projects awaiting endorsement account for another P68 billion, he said. If all these remaining projects are approved, the BoI would still fall short of the goal by P27 billion.

The agency last year approved a record P1.14 trillion in investment pledges, which it attributed to strong economic fundamentals and consumer confidence. The approved investments rose by … Read the rest

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Boris Johnson announces that Brexit deal is finally done 1 min read

Boris Johnson announces that Brexit deal is finally done

Adiantku 2 months ago

Britain and the European Union today struck a Brexit deal that will define the country’s relationship with our closest neighbours and largest trading partner for decades to come.

After 24 hours of last-minute haggling over fishing quotas, Boris Johnson tweeted a picture of himself smiling with both thumbs lifted in the air. “The dealis done,” he wrote.

The European commission president Ursula von der Leyen described the negotiations as a “long and winding road” but said the final deal was “fair and balanced”.

She added: “At the end of a successful negotiations journey, I normally feel joy. But today I only feel quiet satisfaction and — frankly speaking — relief.

“I know this is a difficult day for some. To our friends in the UK, I want to say: parting is such sweet sorrow. But to use a line from TS Eliot: what we call the beginning is often the … Read the rest

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What could happen if people skip the second dose of the COVID vaccine 1 min read

What could happen if people skip the second dose of the COVID vaccine

Adiantku 2 months ago

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Success for the huge COVID-19 U.S. vaccination program now underway hinges on people getting two doses, separated by three to four weeks. But a recent study suggests that many people may fail to get their second injection, which is necessary to build maximum immunity.

The research, published Dec. 14, focused on a vaccine to prevent the viral skin condition known as shingles. It found that one in four Medicare patients missed getting their second dose within six months of their initial one.

Recipients of the two COVID-19 vaccines currently approved for use may be more likely to complete their immunizations than those in the study, for reasons including greater perceived health risk if they don’t. But the authors of the new study caution that many of the … Read the rest

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Daddy O’Brien’s Irish Ice Cream Pub: A Magical Dining Experience for Everyone 1 min read

Daddy O’Brien’s Irish Ice Cream Pub: A Magical Dining Experience for Everyone

Adiantku 2 months ago

Dining-out isn’t just about the food, its an experience. Friends, families, and even co-workers love to spend some time together after a tiring day to relax and just enjoy each other’s company and some good food. And yes, no dining is complete without some dessert that adds a sweet note towards the end.

Speaking of desserts, while there are amazing recipes that are either region-specific or suit a particular tastebud, there are a few which are devoured across the globe and without barriers. Ice-creams or Frozen Desserts are one of those recipes with unrivaled popularity. Seldom do we come across someone who doesn’t enjoy an ice cream in one form or another—say a sorbet, gelato, or even frozen yogurt.

Enchanting young an old with their color, texture, and a plethora of flavors, ice-creams have also been a favorite among home cooks and chefs alike who love experimenting. While some of … Read the rest

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What you need to know about the coronavirus right now 1 min read

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

Adiantku 2 months ago

Dec 24 (Reuters) – Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:

Singapore confirms first case of new coronavirus variant

Singapore confirmed its first case of the new coronavirus variant found in the United Kingdom, while 11 other people who were already in quarantine returned preliminarily positive results for the new strain.

Singapore has been conducting viral genomic sequencing for recently arrived confirmed COVID-19 cases from Europe. The patient with the new variant came to Singapore from the UK on Dec. 6, had been quarantined on arrival and tested positive on Dec. 8.

All her close contacts had been placed in quarantine, and had tested negative at the end of their quarantine period. The health ministry said it had been able to ringfence the case so that there was no further transmission.

Early success leaves South Korea scrambling

After a summer of touting South Korea’s … Read the rest

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Call to prioritise lorries with perishable goods as travel ban eases 1 min read

Call to prioritise lorries with perishable goods as travel ban eases

Adiantku 2 months ago

The Scottish government has called for drivers moving perishable goods such as seafood and salmon to be prioritised as France eases it travel ban.

France and the UK have reached agreement over their shared border which was closed amid concerns over a new coronavirus variant.

EU nationals and hauliers are among those now able to travel – if they have had a recent negative test.

But there have been warnings that it could take days to clear the backlog.

Soldiers have joined NHS Test and Trace staff in Kent to carry out rapid tests on thousands of stranded lorry drivers.

There have also been reports of clashes between some stranded lorry drivers and police.

The travel ban was imposed on Sunday after the UK government warned of a new, fast-spreading variant of coronavirus and introduced strict tier four – “stay at home” – restrictions across large parts of southern and … Read the rest

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LinkedIn saw a massive influx in user posts and violations this year 1 min read

LinkedIn saw a massive influx in user posts and violations this year

Adiantku 2 months ago

LinkedIn faced an unprecedented challenge this year as users increased the number of posts they made by 50%, representing a record rise in content on the service. But the influx also led to more problematic posts, prompting LinkedIn to tighten its rules and expand its content moderation team.

But as events like the coronavirus pandemic, Black Lives Matter protests, and the 2020 U.S. presidential election led to increasing tensions both online and off, more posts on LinkedIn strayed from professional conversations to conspiracy theories, misinformation, and hate speech.

“We really needed to standardize and make clear what it meant to be constructive and respectful on LinkedIn,” said Liz Li, LinkedIn’s director of product management.

This year, LinkedIn made a slew of policy changes, including prohibiting coronavirus-related misinformation in spring (the policy also extends to misleading information about the coronavirus vaccine). Following a rise in posts related to QAnon, a conspiracy … Read the rest

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10 Things A Business Needs To Know To Reduce Credit Card Processing Fees 1 min read

Small Business Ideas

10 Things A Business Needs To Know To Reduce Credit Card Processing Fees

Adiantku 2 months ago

Financing Solutions, Merchant Banking Services, and business support are three key things that you will need to help you start your new business. b) Digital payment infrastructures are essential to getting money effectively and quickly to those in need of it. As many governments rely on safety-net payments to provide a financial defense line against the pandemic, digital systems will play an essential role in mitigating this crisis for the financially vulnerable. Due to different choices of people, different products recommendation undergo profitable business. Entrepreneurs are generally more concerned by the quality of their products and the satisfaction of their customers rather than being more concerned with their profits. They also hire people to make their lives better and they work towards creating value for society at large. Whereas the traditional businessman hires people to contribute profit. Business owners can also make up for any shortfalls by hiring staff and … Read the rest

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Small Business Ideas

U.S. will now require COVID negative test for travelers departing from U.K.

The Chopped Leaf: An Ultimate Destination For Wholesome and Delicious Meals

BoI to miss P1-T investment pledge goal

Boris Johnson announces that Brexit deal is finally done

Britain and the European Union today struck a Brexit deal that will define the country’s relationship with our closest neighbours and largest trading partner for decades to come.

What could happen if people skip the second dose of the COVID vaccine

Daddy O’Brien’s Irish Ice Cream Pub: A Magical Dining Experience for Everyone

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

Call to prioritise lorries with perishable goods as travel ban eases

The Scottish government has called for drivers moving perishable goods such as seafood and salmon to be prioritised as France eases it travel ban.

LinkedIn saw a massive influx in user posts and violations this year

10 Things A Business Needs To Know To Reduce Credit Card Processing Fees

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