Lyft And Uber Prices Are High. Wait Times Are Long And Drivers Are Scarce – NPR
Lyft and Uber fares are estimated to be nearly 80% higher than pre-pandemic prices in some cities. The companies say a driver…
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Canada’s economy recovers 94,000 jobs in July – Canada Immigration News
Canada’s economy was a little closer to pre-pandemic levels last month. Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey for July examined…
Europe’s satellite dreams risk being lost in space – Telegraph.co.uk
The European Union is lagging behind in its bid to beat Elon Musk in the low-orbit satellite race
UK savings rates are tumbling – what can you do? – The Guardian
Frustration over choices is putting people at risk of scams but there are accounts worth considering
Woolworths panic-buying chaos in NSW city before Covid lockdown – Yahoo News Australia
The NSW region, which has a population of about 30,000 people, will spend seven days in a snap lockdown. Learn more about the…
Who was that masked mandate? N.L. is about to turn a COVID corner, but with risks – CBC.ca
When Newfoundland and Labrador’s mask mandate comes off on Tuesday, will all the masks come off, too? As John Gushue writes,…
BT raids Asos to appoint Adam Crozier as new chairman – The Times
BT has picked the former chief executive of Royal Mail and ITV to be its new chairman, as the former state telecoms monopoly…
Children affected by rise of COVID-19 cases – KHON2
A pediatrician said parents need to be extra careful about social plans, especially if their keiki are not eligible to get vaccinated….
China’s export slowdown in July may signal more bumps ahead – Reuters
China’s export growth unexpectedly slowed in July following outbreaks of COVID-19 cases, while imports also lost momentum, pointing…
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‘Lovely to be back onboard’: Princess cruise ships return to sea – The Guardian
Sailing restarts after Covid pause with ‘seacations’ sporting reduced capacity and tracking technology