Ioannou says infections have multiplied faster in the last few months, partly because of the new coronavirus variant detected on Cyprus. There have been 5,455 coronavirus cases between Dec. 20 – Jan. 2, a significant number for the island nation of 900,000 people.
Ioannou admitted the vaccination program needs to pick up the pace.
NEW YORK — The U.S. has topped 4,000 daily deaths from the coronavirus for the first time, breaking a record set just one day earlier.
The tally from Johns Hopkins University shows the U.S. had 4,085 deaths Thursday. The U.S. had nearly 275,000 new coronavirus cases as well.
The numbers are another reminder of the worsening situation following travel for holidays and family gatherings, along with more time indoors during the winter months. There’s been a surge of cases and deaths in California, Arizona, Texas and Florida.
From the situation of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) that has been epidemic at the moment. Has caused concern for both durian farmers and the durian exporting operators Fear of the effects of COVID-19 Will not be able to export durian The damage is worth tens of millions of baht.
Mr. Panusak Saipanich, President of the Thai Durian Association, revealed that he has reported the situation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic in both the eastern and southern regions, which are the durian cultivation sources of Thailand with the Ministry. foreign affairs To prepare for the durian release in the next 3 months By reporting on the preparedness and defense of both durian farmers and export operators Various measures that are coming out to ensure smooth durian exports and to build confidence for consumers and merchants of both China and Thailand.
In 2020, Thailand has total exports of durian approximately 1,145,919 tons, worth more than 70,000 million baht. The key factor affecting durian prices is an increase in domestic consumption. And is wanted Of Chinese consumers Causing a lot of exports And COVID-19 The outbreak in 2020 had little impact on Thai durian exports, but in 2021, the Cowit-19 situation Has returned to spread again And this time there was a widespread outbreak in the eastern region Until gardeners and export entrepreneurs began to worry about the impact on durian exports this year. According to the data, it is predicted that the eastern region will have output ready in the coming months, up from about 10 percent last year to more than 418,400 tonnes, with the State Department getting preliminary information. And will coordinate with the Thai embassy in China to inform the preparation of various measures of Thai durian farmers and Thai export operators.
After reporting to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for acknowledgment The Thai Durian Association is preparing to submit a report to the Ministry of Thai durian exports, namely the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives. Ministry of Commerce And the Ministry of Foreign Affairs On further response and preventive measures against Vinus Corona (COVID-19).
Romance knows no limits at The Okura Prestige Bangkok this Valentine’s Day with special dishes at Michelin-starred Elements Restaurant and a stunning international buffet at Up & Above Restaurant.
At Elements Restaurant the romantic candlelit dinner begins with delights such as akami tuna and foie gras with Japanese sea urchin and pickled radish, taraba king crab with rosegrapefruit and Japanese curry, king madai with black truffle and miso and tender Japanese wagyu beef tenderloin. The romantic repast of French cuisine with Japanese influences is sure to create lasting memories.
Meanwhile, at Up & Above Restaurant couples can indulge with a special dinner buffet for Valentine’s Day including foie gras on yomogi brioche, seafood on ice, a selection of freshly made sushi and sashimi, fresh oysters, a selection of hot Japanese specialties…
Censorship of opinions and comments has become increasingly challenging for publishers and platforms in the time of Covid-19.
No other world health emergency has attracted such enormous coverage, facts, misinformation and outright nonsense.
And the concurrent rise and rise of social media as an information source has helped the spread of important public health information but also the inaccurate, and sometimes dangerous, mis-information.
Censorship on the major media platforms – Facebook, Twitter and YouTube – is not new. These companies regularly remove content that they consider as objectionable, based on their company policies.
This includes hate speech, the glorification of violence, harmful, dangerous and inaccurate content.
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Decline in payrolls for first time since April underscores severity of continuing Covid wave
Employees work in a restaurant open for take-away or delivery orders only, in Burbank, California. A loss of jobs in the Covid-battered restaurant industry has been a factor in the setback for the US labour market. (AFP Photo)
WASHINGTON: The US labour market lost jobs in December for the first time in eight months, providing the strongest evidence yet of how the surge in coronavirus cases is weighing on the economy.
Nonfarm payrolls decreased by 140,000 from the previous month and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 6.7%, the Labor Department said on Friday.
The weakness largely reflected job cuts at restaurants hit hard by…
The natural and historical opulence of The Land of Smiles needs no special mention. The country’s landscape is so diverse that there is no dearth of options for any type of traveller. Now isn’t that something every millennial is looking for? Travelling has become an exceedingly popular activity among the Gen-Z. This generation is constantly on the lookout for destinations that offer a gamut of experiences. From seeking an adrenaline rush to basking in nature’s glory, millenials are looking for something that can make them experience everything at one place. Planning a budget holiday? Head to Thailand! Looking for a vacation that is filled with luxury and grandeur? Just pack your bags to Thailand. The perfect destination to throw a bachelor/bachelorette? You know the answer! Let’s take a look at a few reasons that make Thailand the best destination for millenials.
All sightseeing trains suspended to stem virus spread
SRT also cutting 30 regular services until end of February as interprovincial travel slows down
Hua Lamphong station has been quiet since the government called on travellers to avoid trips in order to contain the spread of the coronavirus. (Photo from State Railway of Thailand Facebook account)
All weekend sightseeing trains will be out of service from Saturday and 30 regular passenger rail services will be suspended starting on Wednesday to limit travel that could further expand the Covid-19 outbreak across the country.
State Railway of Thailand (SRT) governor Niruj Maneepun ordered all 12 trains offering one-day trips to and from Hua Lamphong station on weekends to cease operations from Saturday…
Debate is raging on social media following a claim from the Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, that Thailand’s plan to orbit the Moon is going ahead. Anek Laothamatas adds that it will be “mission accomplished” within the next 7 years, costing, “only 3 billion baht”.
A report in the Bangkok Post says that, according to Anek, Thailand will be producing satellites weighing 50–100 kilograms within 5 years, and in the following 3 years, will start building spaceships capable of going beyond the Earth’s orbit. He says we can all look forward to an official announcement on January 13.
“The new economy of space travel will be a way for Thailand to overcome the economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and then to escape the middle-income trap, and the ministry will embrace creativity and innovation.”
At a meeting on December 21, 2020, the Thai Board of Investment (BOI) approved a series of stimulus packages aimed at encouraging local and foreign investment, as the government seeks to boost Thailand’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The additional investment incentives, which will be promoted by the BOI in the upcoming year, include a number of sector- and project-specific stimulus measures.
Additional Tax Incentives for Large-Scale Projects
Projects in target industries with investment of at least THB 1 billion (approx. USD 33 million) over a 12-month period, starting from the issuance of the BOI promotion certificate, will be entitled to an additional 50% corporate income tax (CIT) deduction for a period of five years, calculated on top of the standard 5–8 year CIT exemptions offered under the normal BOI tax-incentive scheme. To obtain this special tax…
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