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28 Ago

Living with Covid: A New Era of Risk Management

Camila RojasSalud

The summer of 2024 sees a surge in Covid cases, yet many Americans treat it like the common cold. Gone are the days of widespread testing, isolation, and mask-wearing. This newfound nonchalance is partly due to pandemic fatigue, but it also reflects a growing sense that Covid is here to stay. Epidemiologists acknowledge this shift, noting that Covid is likely moving from a pandemic to an endemic disease. While some vulnerable populations remain at high risk, the overall threat appears to be muted due to increased immunity from vaccination and earlier infections. That doesn’t mean Covid is harmless. The recent…

28 Ago

Donald Trump Names RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard to His Presidential Transition Advisory Team

Camila RojasInversiones y negocios

In a strategic move, former President Donald Trump announced the addition of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Representative Tulsi Gabbard to his presidential transition advisory team. The announcement marks a significant step as Trump continues to shape his strategies and policies in anticipation of a potential administration. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his environmental advocacy, and Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman with an untraditional approach to party politics, are expected to bring distinct perspectives to Trump’s team. Their appointments are seen as an effort to bridge political ideologies and foster broader dialogue on key national issues. The…

27 Ago

2024 Olympics memorabilia awards highlight U.S. women’s basketball, celebrity items

Camila RojasInversiones y negocios

The recently concluded 2024 Olympics not only showcased outstanding athletic performance, but also set a new standard for collectible memorabilia, drawing significant attention to U.S. women’s basketball stars and celebrity-designed merchandise, including a popular series of Snoop Dogg pins. As collectors and fans alike race to acquire these unique items, the Olympic Games have proven once again to be a breeding ground for not only sports excitement but also a thriving collectibles market. This year, U.S. women’s basketball memorabilia and Snoop Dogg’s uniquely designed pins took center stage, earning top honors at the 2024 Olympic Collectible Awards. U.S. women's basketball…

27 Ago

From Tech Innovator to International Fugitive: The Journey of Telegram’s Pavel Durov

Camila RojasCiencia y Tecnología

Over a decade ago, Pavel Durov, then an emerging tech entrepreneur in Russia, made headlines when he defied government pressure to censor opposition voices on his social media platform, VKontakte, by posting a humorous image of a dog in a hood. This act of defiance not only underscored his commitment to free speech, but also set the stage for his future efforts. Fast forward to 2024, and Durov’s penchant for challenging authority has once again put him under scrutiny. He was recently arrested in France amid allegations that he facilitated illicit activity through Telegram, the communications service he launched in…

27 Ago

Target CEO Responds to Allegations of Retail Price Manipulation

Camila RojasInversiones y negocios

Target CEO Brian Cornell firmly rejected accusations of price gouging in the hypercompetitive retail industry during an interview Wednesday on CNBC's "Squawk Box." During the discussion, Cornell was confronted with remarks from Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris, who recently supported a federal ban on "corporate price gouging" in the food and grocery industry. Harris cited concerns about companies overcharging consumers and contributing to higher household costs. In response, Cornell pointed to the slim profit margins typical of retail, saying, “We operate on a shoestring profit.” He also highlighted the many options consumers have for finding competitive prices, from…