Meghan Markle Advocates For Paid Leave For All In Moving Letter To U.S. Congress
On Wednesday, Meghan Markle advocated on behalf of paid leave for all in an official letter addressed to U.S. Congress. The Duchess of Sussex addressed her letter, which was published on Paid Leave for All, to U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, passionately writing about why nationally mandated paid leave is essential for all American parents. Here's how she begins her letter.
Read full storyFDA authorizes Moderna and J&J boosters and “mix and match” strategy
The US Food and Drug Administration authorized booster doses of both Covid-19 vaccines made by Moderna and Johnson & Johnson, on Wednesday, and mentioned any of the three authorized vaccines could be used as a booster. In other words, it’s ok to "mix and match".
Read full storyFacebook reportedly plans to change its name as part of company rebrand
When it comes to Mark Zuckerberg and the products he owns, you either like them, or you don't. A few years ago, we didn't even think we would be so connected to each other. Now, it seems like the most of us can't go a few hours, maybe even minutes without checking Facebook or Instagram.
Read full storyScientists Are Keeping a Close Watch on a New Mutation of the Delta Variant
While the situation is slightly getting better in the United States, and in European countries where the population is more than 50% vaccinated, some nations seem to deal with a rise in cases. For example, it seems like Romania is slowly losing the battle against COVID-19. With only about 30% of the population vaccinated, Romania now has the highest COVID mortality in the world. Even though it seemed like things were getting better in the spring, today Romanian authorities confirmed a record high of 18,863 new infections and 574 deaths in one day.
Read full storyExperts Warn More Food Shortages Are Coming to Grocery Stores
#EmptyShelvesJoe has been trending on social media for the last couple of days, and that's because, as you might have noticed, lots of supermarket shelves are well, empty. People are complaining about not finding the products they are looking for, and schools across the United States are forced to change their menus because of food shortages.
Read full storyExperts Warn of Another Highly Contagious Virus
Are you tired of news about COVID-19 yet? Because the inventors of AstraZeneca's vaccine warn us that there is another highly contagious virus that is spreading around, and could possibly cause another deadly pandemic. And since we still can't see the end of the COVID-19 pandemic in sight, this sure sounds terrifying. At the moment, there is no treatment for the Nipah virus, the virus that has been spreading lately.
Read full storyThere Is a New COVID-19 Vaccine That Shows Better Protection and Fewer Side Effects
By now, we are all familiar with big names such as AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson. In fact, the majority of us got at least one shot of one of the above. Today, Valneva, a French company is making lots of progress with its own COVID-19 vaccine. Unlike the other ones, Valneva's vaccine uses a more traditional technology, not the famous mRNA.
Read full storyTeachers and Educators Get Free Breakfast at McDonald’s This Week
We all remember when McDonald's introduced “Thank You” appreciation meals in spring 2020, in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. While it may seem like a lifetime ago, it was only one year ago. During the two-week campaign that took place in the spring of 2020, restaurants all over the country gave out 12 million meals to health care workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics, as a "thank you" for all their effort.
Read full story5 Charming Cities in Europe to Visit in the Fall
There are many cities in Europe that are worth visiting in the fall, yet some of them stand out. With their unique buildings, friendly people and delicious foods, these places should really be in everybody's bucket list. So if you are looking for a place to escape in the upcoming months, here is a list of 5 beautiful, fun, and affordable cities in Europe to visit this fall:
Read full storyHow One Lucky Man from South Carolina Won the Lottery Twice in 11 Days
What do you think about your chances to win the lottery? Do you think you would, if you would buy a ticket? Of maybe you have already won. Was it more than once? Was it a big price? Well, until the rest of us share their stories regarding winning the lottery, let us tell you how one lucky man from South Carolina managed to win the lottery, not once, but twice in less than two weeks - 11 days to be exact. Yes, you read that right. And yes, it is possible. In fact, many of us are luckier that we think we are, and when it comes to win the lottery, sometimes all you have to do is... buy a ticket. The big winner from South Carolina, Grand Strand, is living proof of this.
Read full storyBad News for Students: South Carolina Delays Fall Semester Because of COVID
The pandemic is far from over and the Delta variant seems to have already spread in the country. Because of this South Carolina State University is delaying fall classes by several days to give students more time to get vaccinated as COVID cases spike across the state. However, the majority of people seem to not even consider vaccination, which only makes things worse.
Read full story5 Beautiful Places for a Long Weekend in North Carolina
If you are looking to spend a nice long weekend in North Carolina, we have put together a list of 5 amazing places to choose from. Here are our top picks:. Looking for small-town charm and plenty of adventure? Brevard offers the best of both worlds. Located about 35 miles southwest of Asheville, Brevard sits in Transylvania County, known as the "Land of Waterfalls." Grab a map and explore the region's more than 250 waterfalls with your sweetheart by your side. Venture to Pisgah National Forest to snap a selfie in front of Looking Glass Falls, one of North Carolina's most photographed waterfalls. For more impressive photo-ops, seek out Whitewater Falls – called the "King of Waterfalls" – as it's the highest waterfall in the eastern United States. For help capturing the best photos of the falls and the surrounding mountains, sign up for a guided photo tour.
Read full story3 Beautiful Places for a Long Weekend in Oregon
If you are looking for a place where you can enjoy the last weeks of summer, we have put together a list of 3 beautiful places where you can spend a long weekend in Oregon. Here are our picks:
Read full story6 Amazing Weekend Getaways in North Carolina
Without a doubt, North Carolina is one of the most amazing states in the US. To prove it, we have put together a list of some of the most wonderful places for a weekend getaway in North Carolina. Here are our top picks:
Read full storyWhat Are the Pros and Cons of Living in Arizona
We all know Arizona is great for those who enjoy spending time in nature, but what about living there? What are the pros and cons of moving to Arizona? We are on a quest to find out and we want to hear your opinion, too. We have put together a list of our own, but we would like to hear your thoughts on the matter, so let us know in the comment section below.
Read full storyOpen Debate: Pros and Cons of Living in Texas
For those of you who consider moving to Texas in the near future, we have put together a list of the pros and cons of living in Texas. We would also want to hear your opinion so don’t shy away from discussing it in the comment section below.
Read full story5 Beautiful Places for a Long Weekend in South Carolina
South Carolina is, without a doubt, one of the best states in the US because it seems to really have it all: picturesque places, good food, and friendly people - what else could you wish for? If you plan to spend your holiday in South Carolina, we have put together a list of amazing places that are suitable for both long trips or simply weekend getaways. Here are our top choices:
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