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Five Years Ago Today, We Leapt Into the Unknown - Washingtonian

The COVID-19 pandemic escalated rapidly across the globe, impacting daily life and businesses profoundly.

Local responses to the pandemic included public health measures and adjustments in event planning.

NYC politics

The COVID lockdown nearly killed NYC - and it was Andrew Cuomo who came close to destroying it

Andrew Cuomo's leadership during COVID-19 negatively impacted New York City, particularly through harsh lockdowns and the mishandling of nursing home policies.

US news

U.S. Judge Finds China Liable for Covid Missteps, Imposes $24 Billion Penalty

A Missouri judge found China responsible for covering up the Covid-19 pandemic, imposing a $24 billion judgment.

1 week ago

New COVID strain from China that led to massive spike in hospitalizations has spread to the US - including NYC

A new COVID-19 strain NB.1.81 is rapidly spreading, prompting hospitalizations in both China and the US, particularly among older adults.

OMG science

Science Amid Chaos: What Worked During the Pandemic? What Failed?

Pandemic lessons emphasize the need for transparency and adaptability in public health guidance during future crises.

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Five years on from the pandemic, the right's fake Covid narrative has been turbo-charged into the mainstream | Laura Spinney

The narrative has shifted from blaming the virus to blaming the response to Covid-19.

Washington Capitals

Five Years Ago Today, We Leapt Into the Unknown - Washingtonian

The COVID-19 pandemic escalated rapidly across the globe, impacting daily life and businesses profoundly.

Local responses to the pandemic included public health measures and adjustments in event planning.

NYC politics

The COVID lockdown nearly killed NYC - and it was Andrew Cuomo who came close to destroying it

Andrew Cuomo's leadership during COVID-19 negatively impacted New York City, particularly through harsh lockdowns and the mishandling of nursing home policies.

US news

U.S. Judge Finds China Liable for Covid Missteps, Imposes $24 Billion Penalty

A Missouri judge found China responsible for covering up the Covid-19 pandemic, imposing a $24 billion judgment.

1 week ago

New COVID strain from China that led to massive spike in hospitalizations has spread to the US - including NYC

A new COVID-19 strain NB.1.81 is rapidly spreading, prompting hospitalizations in both China and the US, particularly among older adults.

OMG science

Science Amid Chaos: What Worked During the Pandemic? What Failed?

Pandemic lessons emphasize the need for transparency and adaptability in public health guidance during future crises.

Five years on from the pandemic, the right's fake Covid narrative has been turbo-charged into the mainstream | Laura Spinney

The narrative has shifted from blaming the virus to blaming the response to Covid-19.

UN warns millions more will die from AIDS after US cuts DW 03/24/2025

US funding cuts are expected to lead to over 6 million additional AIDS-related deaths and new infections, reversing decades of progress.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

A top global health expert's message to graduates: Kick the tires

fromwww.nature.com

Coronavirus

Genomics reveals zoonotic and sustained human Mpox spread in West Africa

US news

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UN warns millions more will die from AIDS after US cuts DW 03/24/2025

US funding cuts are expected to lead to over 6 million additional AIDS-related deaths and new infections, reversing decades of progress.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

A top global health expert's message to graduates: Kick the tires

fromwww.nature.com

Coronavirus

Genomics reveals zoonotic and sustained human Mpox spread in West Africa

Texas government agencies move to limit work-from-home policies

Texas state agencies are moving to bring remote workers back to the office in accordance with a directive from the governor's office.

London startup

BlackRock to order senior managers back to office five days a week reports

Remote teams

fromDallas News

Texas government agencies move to limit work-from-home policies

Texas state agencies are moving to bring remote workers back to the office in accordance with a directive from the governor's office.

London startup

BlackRock to order senior managers back to office five days a week reports

BlackRock will require senior managers to return to office five days a week, signaling a shift back to pre-pandemic work norms.

This Subscription Service Sends Coffee Chosen By A Michelin-Ranked Team To Your Home - Tasting Table

Noma Projects reimagined culinary experiences during the pandemic with innovative subscription services for home chefs and coffee enthusiasts.

fromStreetsblog

Talking Headways Podcast: Behind the Mayor's Desk - Streetsblog USA

"The pandemic forced mayors to rethink what's importantâ¦ we hadn't prioritized [internet connection for low-income families] before. It accelerated necessary changes for public good."

NYC startup

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Brooklyn

Construction on M line creates turmoil for Bushwick businesses * Brooklyn Paper

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NYC politics

Elevated Train Maintenance Frustrates Bushwick Locals

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Brooklyn

Construction on M line creates turmoil for Bushwick businesses * Brooklyn Paper

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NYC politics

Elevated Train Maintenance Frustrates Bushwick Locals

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Musk's Latest Fraud Finding Isn't What It Seems

Elon Musk revealed a startling finding from the Department of Government Efficiency regarding fraudulent unemployment claims by individuals aged over 115 and future dates.

Digital life

#health-policy

Privacy professionals

fromArs Technica

Bird flu continues spread as Trump's pandemic experts are MIA

OPPR has played a vital role in coordinating pandemic responses under the Biden administration.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Hancock criticises 'wholly naive' Covid inquiry

Privacy professionals

fromArs Technica

Bird flu continues spread as Trump's pandemic experts are MIA

OPPR has played a vital role in coordinating pandemic responses under the Biden administration.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Hancock criticises 'wholly naive' Covid inquiry

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HP to customers and partners: 'we are tariff-ready'

The regional approach allows HP to be more adaptable in fast-changing market conditions, enhancing flexibility and resilience in its supply chain management.

Tech industry

How Covid left a legacy of distrust and conspiracies | Letters

The pandemic exposed deep political divides in public health responses, impacting trust and compliance among citizens.

UK politics

Medicine