The swimming pool adds to the beauty of a house. It is regarded as a symbol of luxury and taste. After a whole days’ work, the opportunity to relax by the pool comes as a great reward. It is a necessity too for people who wish to remain in good …
Read More »Black Americans are twice as likely to be hospitalized from COVID-19
New York — It was easy to forget why they were wearing masks. The fourth day of protests against police brutality in the wake of the death of George Floyd in police custody, turned into violence on Sunday night as some protestors broke into luxury downtown stores. These scenes were …
Read More »Dispatches from a Pandemic: How Iceland flattened the curve
Reykjavík — Life in Iceland is almost back to normal. The curfews on gatherings and the social distancing mandates have been lifted; gyms, swimming pools and restaurants are reopening. Icelanders are traveling around the island again. Iceland will open its airports to tourism on June 15, and the people of …
Read More »Europe Markets: Stocks in Europe skid as reversal from rally continues
European stocks slumped Thursday in early trade, losing ground for a fourth session as traders looked for a new catalyst after the breathtaking rally from the depths of the coronavirus crisis. Up 32% from its March lows, the Stoxx Europe 600 SXXP, -2.59% skidded 2.5%. Decliners included airline Deutsche Lufthansa …
Read More »Why Installing Security Doors Could Save You From a Home Invasion?
Having a good home is everyone’s joy since it gives you comfort and shows a sign of responsibility. This is regardless of the size or the design you have. However, not everyone has good intentions toward your will. Some people take advantage of other people’s comfort. When building or buying …
Read More »Brett Arends’s ROI: Working for yourself? Open your eyes to this great deal from the IRS
At the risk of sounding like Thomas Friedman, who is famous for getting insights from taxi drivers, when I get in an Uber UBER, +2.14% or a Lyft LYFT, +7.02% I often find myself talking to the driver. About the job, the company, the passengers, and so on. One of …
Read More »Dispatches from a Pandemic: This Chicago neighborhood was already combating air pollution when the coronavirus pandemic hit it hard
On April 11, the Saturday between Good Friday and Easter, a 145-foot smokestack was demolished in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, spreading brown dust over a major cultural and economic corridor — and a COVID-19 hotspot in one of America’s hardest-hit cities. For nearly 90 years the smokestack had …
Read More »7 Advantages of Online Education From Your Home
Have you ever noticed that distance learning bound up with stereotypes despite the benefits of online learning? People get used to thinking that getting online education seems like a scam. We usually can hear that distance students can’t have substantial knowledge and, probably, they aren’t smart enough to enter the …
Read More »Do you want to work from home post-pandemic? Will you be forced into a pay cut? Read these pros and cons before deciding
Twitter, Square, Shopify and Facebook employees were told they can work from home even after the pandemic ends. “As we’ve become accustomed to working outside the office, it’s become clear that we don’t need everyone to be physically present to do great work,” Lori Goler, vice president of people at …
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