When the mayor of Washington, D.C., announced changes to the city’s mask mandate last week, spit hit the fan.As of March 1, District residents will need to cover up in order to attend school, go to a library, or ride in a taxi.But gyms, sports arenas, concert venues, and houses […]
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Downtown Vancouver businesses see light at end of tunnel as COVID-19 restrictions lift
It’s been nearly two years since the dance floor at Mango’s Lounge in Vancouver has seen any action. Friday afternoon, DJ and business owner Hugo Cachete was busy doing a final sound check and making sure everything was ready to welcome the community back. “We’re still alive.And I thank (them […]
The National Archives confirms it found classified materials at Mar-a-Lago – CBS News
The National Archives and Records Administration found classified materials in the 15 boxes of records it retrieved from former President Donald Trump’s residence at Mar-a-Lago, according to a letter sent to the House of Representatives’ Committee on Oversight and Reform on Friday. “NARA has identified items marked as classified national […]
The History of Lending Discrimination
Article Sources [editorial policy.] U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development.” [Housing Discrimination Under the Fair Housing Act] .” Federal Trade Commission.” [Mortgage Discrimination] .” Accessed Feb.19, 2022. Federal Reserve History. ” [Community Reinvestment Act of 1977] .” Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.” [Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)] .” […]
Higher foreign employee salary thresholds to impact business costs; important to reskill locals, say observers – CNA
SINGAPORE: The increase in minimum qualifying salaries for new Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass applicants could make it harder for businesses to recover from the existing economic loss brought about by the pandemic, according to businesses and industry analysts. Companies should continue to build a strong local workforce by […]
First time homebuyers are getting squeezed out by investors
Enlarge this image A “for sale” sign is posted on a home last month in Philadelphia.Matt Rourke/AP hide caption toggle caption Matt Rourke/AP A “for sale” sign is posted on a home last month in Philadelphia. Matt Rourke/AP Record-high home prices and low inventory were already making things hard for […]
Mayor Wu lifts Boston proof of vaccine mandate, effective immedietly – The Boston Globe
Mayor Michelle Wu ended Boston’s proof-of-vaccination requirement for indoor dining, gyms, and entertainment venues Friday evening, citing a trio of COVID-19 metrics that dipped beneath previously established thresholds. The lifting of the vaccination mandate for patrons and staff at certain indoor spaces went into effect immediately, Wu’s office said in […]
Brad Pitt is suing Angelina Jolie for selling shares of their winery to a Russian billionaire – CBS News
Brad Pitt is suing his ex-wife Angelina Jolie.The suit comes after Jolie, 46, allegedly sold her shares of their Chateau Miraval Winery to a Russian oligarch, Yuri Shefler.Pitt is hoping to void the sale of the winery, which has become his “passion,” BBC News reports. The winery in the south […]
Bye-bye dealerships? Industry insiders set to explore the future of automotive retail in SA | Wheels
– Consumers are migrating toward digital retail services across business verticals.- Some of SA’s leading automotive experts will discuss the future of auto retail.- You can join the conversation by registering to participate in the upcoming webinar.- For motoring news, go to [Wheels24] It should come as no surprise to […]
kacha badam: A little more than peanuts? After online outrage, ‘Kacha Badam’ singer receives long due remuneration, gets Rs 3 lakh from music label – The Economic Times
Technology has been an enabler in bringing cultures closer.It is now not too remote to hear subaltern melodies on iTunes, finding their place in a mostly-urban playlist.In the age of TikTok and Insta Reels, such songs are going viral, for melody, and sometimes more.The latest case in point is a […]