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Wednesday’s Briefing VIDEO: Texas REOPENS – Tom Cruise DEEP FAKE – FREE trip to SPACE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY1z7ALlxNM Budget 2021: Furlough scheme to be extended until September Japanese billionaire looking for people who ‘push the envelope’ for moon flight Protesters shut down roads as Lebanon pound hits all-time low Poland’s judicial independence will be destroyed unless EU moves faster, says MEP Dubai expands coverage of COVID-19 vaccination program ‘Catastrophe’ as Brazil hits record-high daily COVID deaths Texas becomes biggest US state to lift mask and business restrictions Microsoft accuses China over email cyber-attacks France v Scotland in Six Nations: Premiership may relax…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY1z7ALlxNM The top stories Budget 2021: Furlough scheme to be extended until SeptemberBBC News says Chancellor Rishi Sunak will extend the furlough scheme until the end of September when he makes his Budget speech later.Rishi Sunak said the scheme – which pays 80% of employees’ wages for the hours they cannot work in the pandemic – would help millions through “the challenging months ahead”.Some 600,000 more self-employed people will also be eligible for government help as access to grants is widened.Read on………………..Japanese billionaire looking for people who ‘push the envelope’ for moon flightThe Guardian…

AWARENESS TO ACTION We Are Not Living in a ‘Post-Me Too’ Era VICE writes the first day of February dawned with some high-profile domestic abuse allegations. Beyond the Armie Hammer saga, updates on FKA Twigs’ court case against Shia LaBeouf, were reports that Marilyn Manson had been accused of abuse by his ex-partner, actress Evan Rachel Wood. The speed of these stories breaking, along with their content, feels reminiscent of Me Too three years ago, which sought to expose the abuse perpetrated by high-profile celebrities. The movement exploded across social media in late 2017, following a series of sexual abuse…

Greenland’s green power attracting outsiders  Greenland’s rocks are attracting outsiders – superpowers riding a green revolution. Greenland has huge resources of metals known as ‘rare earths,’ used to create compact, super-strong magnets which help power equipment such as wind turbines, electric vehicles, combat aircraft and weapons systems. The metals are abundant globally, but processing them is difficult and dirty. The US used to dominate production but handed over that position to China about 20 years ago.  As Greenland’s ice sheet and glaciers recede, two Australia-based mining companies are racing for approval to dig into the world’s biggest undeveloped deposits of…

Cyprus gives Saudi Arabia ‘most favourable’ COVID-19 travel status Cyprus has given Saudi Arabia the ‘most favourable’ Covid-19 travel status. People travelling from Saudi Arabia to Cyprus will not have to quarantine after the Kingdom was ranked among the least-risky countries for spreading Covid- 19.  The island nation as from Monday welcoming back tourists using a colour-category system. Saudi Arabia is in the “most favourable” green category along with countries such as Singapore, Australia, Iceland and New Zealand.  44 countries have been put into green, orange or red groups. The rest fall into the grey category, whose citizens would require…

Tuesday’s Briefing VIDEO: Taylor Swift SLAMS Netflix show -COVID to stick around beyond 2021 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gao3wPkb7UQ Budget 2021: Chancellor set to announce £400m for arts sector Brazil Covid variant in at least 15 countries not on UK’s travel red list Spain begins to ease Covid lockdown, but says border with Portugal will be sealed for at least 2 more weeks Gunmen release schoolgirls kidnapped in Nigeria’s Zamfara state, says governor Yemen minister says Iranian media shows Tehran ‘behind Houthi escalation in Marib’ WHO: World won’t vanquish virus this year Biden Begins Fence-Mending with Mexico Boohoo facing possible US import ban after…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gao3wPkb7UQ The top stories Budget 2021: Chancellor set to announce £400m for arts sector BBC News says Rishi Sunak is set to announce more than £400m of additional support for the badly-hit culture sector in Wednesday’s Budget. Mr Sunak is preparing to hand out £408m to help museums, theatres and galleries in England reopen once Covid restrictions start to ease. He will also announce a £150m fund to help communities take over local pubs. Read on ……………….. Brazil Covid variant in at least 15 countries not on UK’s travel red list The Guardian says…

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reported 2,526 new cases of Covid-19 on Monday, signalling the much feared ‘UAE Covid surge’ after conducting further 175,033 tests. These cases raised the total number of infections recorded in the country since the outbreak of the pandemic to 394,050. Monday’s figures showed that 1,107 patients were cleared of the virus – bringing the total number of recoveries to 382,332. UAE covid surge Monday’s cases were detected after another 175,033 DPI and PCR tests were carried out. The UAE has conducted more than 30.8 million screenings since the outbreak. A nationwide vaccination drive is…

3 YEARS! Nicolas Sarkozy found guilty in historic corruption trial of former French president A french court has found former President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of influence peddling in a landmark corruption case.  He has been sentenced to three years in prison, which two of those suspended.  His trial is the first time a former French president has stood trial on corruption charges, after being accused of attempting to use his political influence to bribe a judge.  Sarkozy’s trial is the first time a former French president has stood trial on corruption charges, after being accused of attempting to use his…

Prince Philip transferred to second hospital for heart condition tests Prince Philip has been transferred to St Bartholomew’s Hospital to treat an infection – after 13 nights at another London hospital, Buckingham Palace has said.  Doctors treating the Duke of Edinburgh, 99, will also test and observe a pre-existing heart condition, the palace said.  He is responding to treatment and “remains comfortable,” the palace said.  He is expected to remain in hospital until at least the end of the week.  Philip, was taken to King Edward VII’s hospital in London on 16 February as a precaution after feeling unwell.  On…

What comes in a luxury award show bag? Inside the £19K goodie bags Award shows often hand out goodie bags, stuffed with luxury items for the rich and famous. We’re looking at the 2019 goodie bag for GQ’s Man of The Year event.  No one goes home empty-handed at the GQ Awards, and 2019 was packed with everything from Beats’ Powerbeats Pro earphones to a one-year membership at Orangetheory Fitness.  The most expensive item included was a Velocity Black membership, while winners were also treated to a Hugo Boss cashmere scarf and a one-year membership to The Ivy Club.  Guest…

Verdict due in landmark corruption trial of former French President The verdict of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy’s trial for alleged corruption and influence-peddling is expected on Monday.  The landmark trial has put Sarkozy at the risk of a prison sentence if he’s convicted.  He is accused of offering to boost a high magistrate’s chance of obtaining a promotion in Monaco back in 2014 in return for leaked information about a judicial enquiry against him.  The former president (from 2007 – 2012) has denied all the allegations against him during the 10-day trial that took place last year.  His lawyer…

FREE visa extension for Dubai tourists until March 31 Tourists visiting Dubai have had their visa extended until the end of March for free, according to various local reports.  Tourists reported their visas have been automatically extended after they checked their e-visa status online.  Travel agents confirmed that the validity of Dubai visas they applied for on behalf of their clients have been automatically extended to March 31.  A source from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs told the local paper that visas had been extended to those with expired one-month and three-month visit and tourist visas.  UAE…

Daily News Briefing: COVID-19 variant – Golden Globes WINNERS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjyj1IRDEy8 Covid-19: Officials hunt Brazil virus variant case in England Prince Harry on Oprah Winfrey: my worry of Diana history repeating Germany tightens Covid controls at French border over variants Netanyahu says Iran ‘clearly’ behind blast on Israeli-owned ship World condemns Myanmar crackdown as 18 peaceful protesters killed Donald Trump calls for GOP unity, hints at run for president in 2024 Iran Balks at Resuming Nuclear Talks with US Biden urges workers to ‘make your voice heard’ as Amazon employees vote on union Liverpool still in ‘exciting places’ – Klopp after…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjyj1IRDEy8 The top stories Covid-19: Officials hunt Brazil virus variant case in EnglandBBC News says health officials in England are trying to trace one of six UK patients infected with a contagious coronavirus variant first found in Brazil.Three cases of the P1 variant were picked up in Scotland and three in England.But one case in England remains unidentified, prompting an appeal for anyone without a result from a test on 12 or 13 February to come forward.The P1 variant was first detected in travellers to Japan from Manaus in northern Brazil in January.Read on………………..Prince…

Brief. Me – BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, many of Sunday’s papers focus on the upcoming March Budget, there’s positive vaccine news, William and Kate urge people to get vaccinated and a picture of Captain Sir Tom’s funeral.  In our special feature, we’re paying tribute to Captain Sir Tom Moore.  Also featured: The latest Covid-19 figures, Sports, business and entertainment news.  …………………………….. There is concern in some of Sunday’s papers about what Chancellor Rishi Sunak may be preparing to include in his Budget. The Sunday Times fears what it calls “stealth tax” rises – freezing income tax allowances. The Sunday…

Friday’s BRIEFING video: Trump tax returns turned over – US strikes Syria – Pokemon turns 25 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0CHldPShXM Queen says Covid vaccine ‘didn’t hurt at all’ Blair says collaboration on Covid could have cut three months off crisis Paris ‘will propose’ a three-week city lockdown to curb COVID-19 spike Collapse at illegal gold mine in Indonesia kills at least six workers Oman extends COVID-19 safety measures, closes parks, beaches, leisure areas indefinitely US attacks ‘Iranian-backed military infrastructure’ in Syria Trump tax records turned over to New York prosecutors Pokémon at 25: Rare cards trade for big money India v England:…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0CHldPShXM The top stories Queen says Covid vaccine ‘didn’t hurt at all’BBC News says the Queen has urged people to get a Covid vaccine when they are offered one, saying hers “didn’t hurt at all”.In a video call with health leaders delivering the Covid vaccine across the UK, the Queen was asked about her experience of having the jab.She smiled as she replied: “Well, as far as I can make out it was quite harmless.”It was very quick, and I’ve had lots of letters from people who’ve been very surprised by how easy it…

The 10 most-wanted luxury property features -Outdoor space Sotheby’s International Realty has unveiled the 10 most-wished luxury property features. The real estate company looked at what buyers are expecting when purchasing a $10 million-plus homes  – sprawling gardens, sustainable features and home spas topping the list. But what’s on your property wish list? Take a look at what those buying a multi-million dollar home are wanting from their next abode. Outdoor space The advantages of outdoor space are endless. With gardens providing a place to escape the pressures of life, the study found that wealthy property owners are after even…

The 10 most-wanted luxury property features – Spacious land Sotheby’s International Realty has unveiled the 10 most-wished luxury property features. The real estate company looked at what buyers are expecting when purchasing a $10 million-plus homes  – sprawling gardens, sustainable features and home spas topping the list. But what’s on your property wish list? Take a look at what those buying a multi-million dollar home are wanting from their next abode. Spacious land Many respondents in our survey, including those in Auckland, New Zealand, and New Delhi, cited “large acreage” or “sprawling retreat” as a key selling point for a…

The 10 most-wanted luxury property features – A good view Sotheby’s International Realty has unveiled the 10 most-wished luxury property features. The real estate company looked at what buyers are expecting when purchasing a $10 million-plus homes  – sprawling gardens, sustainable features and home spas topping the list. But what’s on your property wish list? Take a look at what those buying a multi-million dollar home are wanting from their next abode. Ocean, city or mountains? Views are in high demand, with more homeowners wanting properties set against a backdrop of glorious beauty. The study found that most people…

The 10 most-wanted luxury property features – Sustainable Sotheby’s International Realty has unveiled the 10 most-wished luxury property features. The real estate company looked at what buyers are expecting when purchasing a $10 million-plus homes  – sprawling gardens, sustainable features and home spas topping the list. But what’s on your property wish list? Take a look at what those buying a multi-million dollar home are wanting from their next abode. Sustainable features There has been an increase in the number of buyers looking for sustainable features and materials, from bamboo to solar panels and geothermal heat, and even electric…

THE WELLNESS INDUSTRY CREATED ITS OWN MYTHOLOGY Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow is back in the news. This time for curating a list of products recommended by her “functional medicine practitioner” to help ease the after-effects of Covid-19. An NHS boss has already dismissed ger recommendations. Our obsession with wellness is unhealthy. Goop and other wellness companies push pseudoscience with little actual scientific knowledge, offering up advice that is sometimes dangerous. And of course, the biggest lie, that a healthy life is expensive. The growth of Goop and, more broadly, of the multitrillion-dollar wellness industry is cause for concern. On the…

The 10 most-wanted luxury property features – Defined rooms Sotheby’s International Realty has unveiled the 10 most-wished luxury property features. The real estate company looked at what buyers are expecting when purchasing a $10 million-plus homes  – sprawling gardens, sustainable features and home spas topping the list.  But what’s on your property wish list? Take a look at what those buying a multi-million dollar home are wanting from their next abode.  Defined rooms more popular over lockdown While open floor plans still sell, some agents have noted that separate spaces for cooking, dining, and working were preferred during this…

Emirates Airline and Dubai Health Authority (DHA) will together implement digital verification of traveller medical records related to COVID-19 testing and vaccination. Offering or working towards a ‘Travel Pass’ for airlines requiring covid testing. A much-neeeded boost to the ailing global travel industry 2021. The announcement comes as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) – a global trade body representing more than 290 airlines – urges governments to adopt a global framework for COVID-19 testing and certification. Under the deal, the two will link the IT systems of DHA-approved laboratories with Emirates’ reservations and check-in systems to enable the sharing,…