Eike Schmidt, ex-director of the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, has finally announced plans to run for mayor of the Tuscan city. The German art historian has been teasing the idea to the press for many months, repeatedly stating that he could neither “confirm or deny” the rumors while publicly criticizing …
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Liberal Leader Andrew Furey, left to right, Progressive Conservative Leader Ches Crosbie and NDP Leader Alison Coffin pose for a photo following their televised debate from the floor of the House of Assembly in St. John’s on Feb. 3, 2021. Paul Daly/The Canadian Press All in-person voting in Newfoundland and …
Read More »UK extends wage support scheme until March amid new lockdown
… with the likes of British Airways, Royal Mail and Rolls-Royce all laying off thousands. On Thursday, supermarket chain Sainsbury's became the latest … Source link
Read More »A New Saliva Test; Politics At The Postal Service
The FDA on Saturday authorized emergency use of a rapid and inexpensive saliva test that could increase testing capacity. It’s quick, less expensive, and doesn’t need the chemical reagents that are in short supply. It’s also less sensitive than PCR tests. But public health experts believe the tradeoff will save lives. We …
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