How project teams can start up again after COVID-19 (and emerge better than before)
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MAY 9, 2020
Rather than returning to a “new normal,” dig into how teams can go back to a better way of working.
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Rare pink dolphins play with fisherman near Thai island of Koh Pha Ngan
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MAY 9, 2020
Fishermen in the Gulf of Thailand filmed a rare encounter with pink dolphins, which scientists say are becoming bolder in the absence of tourists during the coronavirus pandemic. The footage shows three pink dolphins swimming close to a fishing boat in calm waters off Koh Pha Ngan, an island in southeastern Thailand. “I was so impressed, because I never imagined I would get to see pink dolphins,” said Chaiyot Saedan, the fisherman.
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Coronavirus in Bali: Tourists that chose to stay are enjoying discount rates
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MAY 9, 2020
Anastasia Strelevske is locked down in luxury. The Ukrainian woman, who arrived in Bali with her mother Larysa in January, is one of the few tourists remaining on the holiday island. The pair have paid $240 per month to stay in a new luxury hotel in seaside Kuta and they have no plans to leave. A Gojek driver waiting for an order at the end of Popies Lane 1 in Kuta.
Pensioner, 72, dies in ‘fight between two dog walkers’ as another man, 27, arrested for murder
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MAY 9, 2020
A 72-YEAR-OLD pensioner has died after a ‘fight between two dog walkers’ – with a man arrested for murder. Northamptonshire Police said they received reports of the 72-year-old being assaulted about 4.20pm on Wednesday. The incident occurred on Wednesday in Northampton Credit: Google. The pensioner was pronounced dead in the Roade area of Northampton despite the efforts of paramedics and members of the public.
Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software
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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.
Couple who fell in love through online dating site meet for first time… at their WEDDING
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MAY 9, 2020
A COUPLE who fell in love online met in person for the first time … at their wedding. Brit Lisa Mrad, 36, proposed to Yusef Mrad, 30, after three months of chatting on a dating app. Brit Lisa Mrad, 36, saw her now husband Yusef Mrad, 30, for the first time at their wedding Credit: SWNS:South West News Service. She proposed to Yusef after three months of chatting on a dating app Credit: SWNS:South West News Service.
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The British expat paying $10,860 to swim in Singapore’s lockdown
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MAY 9, 2020
Not helping any with Singapore’s image as home to a bunch of crazy-rich Asians comes the almost too-ridiculous-to-be-true story of a man who rented a swimming pool for $S10,000 ($10,860) a month. Faced with the prospect of not being able to swim in his condominium pool, which is closed because of Singapore’s strict lockdown measures, the British expat cast around his neighbours’ properties.
Travel in Europe during coronavirus: Plan to create ‘tourism corridors’ between countries
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MAY 9, 2020
The European Union is striving to save the continent’s summer holidays and a tourism sector left devastated by the coronavirus pandemic. The EU’s tourism sector is worth 10 per cent of the bloc’s gross domestic product and provides more than 27 million direct and indirect jobs. It faces the loss of at least half of its turnover in 2020, with countries in southern Europe particularly badly hit, the European Commission said.
Vilnius, Lithuania: Empty international airport converted to drive-in theatre during lockdown
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MAY 9, 2020
of. Enlarge image. Airport converted into giant drive-in theatre. Advertisement. Close. Advertisement. A cargo plane took off from Vilnius airport on Thursday, while just a few hundred metres away people watched a movie from their cars at a makeshift drive-in cinema on the airport tarmac. Occupants of the some 160 vehicles were under strict instruction to keep their windows shut to prevent any spread of the novel coronavirus – but were delighted at a chance to watch Oscar-winning South Kor
Australia’s travel ban could lead to ODI series against England being CANCELLED as governing body plan to prioritise India Test series
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MAY 9, 2020
Australia’s indefinite -influenced travel ban could scupper their scheduled white-ball series against England here this summer. There are fears in Australian cricket circles that the current restrictions put in place by their federal government preventing Australians flying abroad in all but essential circumstances will last into the final quarter of this year.
Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP
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A 620mph hyperloop network between Amsterdam and Paris – with journey times of just 90 minutes – could be up and running within the next eight years
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MAY 9, 2020
A hyperloop network that would whoosh passengers between Amsterdam and Paris in under 90 minutes may become a reality within the next eight years. Dutch company Hardt Hyperloop is developing the ultra-fast transport technology, which involves a train-style pod that floats using magnetic levitation being pushed via electric propulsion at over 620mph through a steel tube maintained at a partial vacuum.
Michael O’Neill turns back on £500,000 bonus by leaving role as Northern Ireland boss early after coronavirus crisis forces UEFA to reschedule Euro 2020 qualifiers
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MAY 9, 2020
Michael O’Neill has turned his back on a £500,000 Euro 2020 bonus after stepping down as Northern Ireland manager on Wednesday. It’s understood that was the figure O’Neill stood to earn if he guided his country through the play-offs to a second successive European Championship finals. The 50-year-old has been combining the role with managing Stoke City since he was appointed by the Championship club in November.
Into the abyss: Incredible images of the world’s most stunning sinkholes, from Oregon to Australia via the Bahamas
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MAY 9, 2020
These gaping chasms certainly are a sight to be-hole-d. MailOnline Travel has scoured the globe for eye-popping images of the world’s most jaw-dropping abysses – from stunning marine sinkholes to dizzyingly colossal shafts on land. Our journey into the world of inky black cavities takes in the world’s largest sinkhole – Xiaozhai Tiankeng, or Heavenly Pit – a monster in China that at one point reaches 2,172 feet into the earth.
Britain’s first Frankenstein museum set to open in Bath on spot where author Mary Shelley wrote the Gothic novel
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MAY 9, 2020
BRITAIN’S first Frankenstein museum is planned for the spot where author Mary Shelley wrote the Gothic novel. Visitors to the attraction will be greeted by a life-size replica of the famous monster. Britain’s first Frankenstein museum is set to open in Bath where author Mary Shelley wrote the novel Credit: Getty – Contributor. Organiser Bath Attractions promises it will be fully immersive but family-friendly Credit: Kobal Collection – Shutterstock.
The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide
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Traveller letters: Why should we pay 50 per cent more to have middle seats kept empty?
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MAY 9, 2020
I’ve just read the article “” by Anthony Dennis. I understand the pressure airlines are under and the impact on pricing that keeping the middle seat empty as a result of social distancing requirements. But I was surprised to read the quote from Alexandre de Juniac, the director-general of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) where he stated, “it means two things: either you fly at the same price, selling the ticket at the same average price as before and the
Travel quiz, April 24, 2020: Before it became Virgin Australia, what was the name of Virgin Blue’s long-haul airline?
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MAY 9, 2020
Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with our travel quiz. . The post Travel quiz, April 24, 2020: Before it became Virgin Australia, what was the name of Virgin Blue’s long-haul airline? appeared first on Construction Test Daily.
Travel overseas and cruises during coronavirus: Australians still booking holidays
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MAY 9, 2020
Borders are closed. Airlines are grounded. Overseas travel is banned. But travel agents and cruise lines are fielding inquiries and, in some cases, taking bookings from eager travellers. Travel agent Barry Downs said customers were beginning to discuss future holiday plans instead of seeking refunds or postponing travel. “Travellers fall into three categories,” he said. “One: I’m out of here as soon as the restrictions are lifted.
Historian sparks uproar by claiming the pasty was NOT invented in Cornwall
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MAY 9, 2020
A HISTORIAN has sparked uproar by claiming the pasty was not invented in Cornwall. Food researcher Glyn Hughes also insists tales of tin miners using the crust as a handle to avoid poisoning themselves are “false”. A historian has sparked uproar among Cornish pasty fans by claiming the favourite snack did not originate there Credit: SWNS:South West News Service.
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Britain needs to double its testing capacity to cope with the outbreak, lead scientist says
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MAY 9, 2020
BRITAIN needs to double its testing capacity to cope with the outbreak, the scientist in charge has said. Official figures show 14,682 checks were carried out on Tuesday. But new testing czar Prof John Newton said it was not enough to tackle demand. Britain needs to double its testing capacity to cope with the outbreak, the lead scientist has said Credit: Getty Images – Getty.
Former Playboy Playmate Ashley Mattingly’s siblings reveal she battled alcohol and substance abuse and had struggled with loneliness in lockdown before she took her own life aged 33
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MAY 9, 2020
Former Playboy Playmate Ashley Mattingly was found dead of an apparent suicide at her home in Austin, Texas, last Thursday. Former Playboy Playmate Ashley Mattingly struggled with alcohol and substance abuse for years before she took her own life, the 33-year-old’s family have revealed. . Mattingly was found dead at her home in Austin, Texas, on Thursday. .
Ski season during coronavirus: Push for New Zealand to be open to Australian skiiers
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MAY 9, 2020
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters wants a trans-Tasman travel bubble created in time for the snow season, but warns that any quarantine regulations would deter any tourists. As winter approaches and snow-field operators sense the chill of a lost season, Mr Peters gave skiers cause for optimism, while taking a swipe at the rival market. “I know what the skiing is like in the Snowy Mountains.
Surge in men panic buying at-home collection kits to freeze their sperm amid fears coronavirus will leave them unable to have kids – despite NO evidence the virus harms fertility
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MAY 9, 2020
Men are rushing to freeze their sperm amid the coronavirus pandemic, clinics claim – despite no concrete evidence that the virus will hurt male fertility. . Sales of CryoChoice’s at-home sperm collection kits have spiked by as much as 20 percent in the last few weeks, their operations manager Heather Kilpatrick told. So far, there’s no evidence to suggest that coronavirus damages sperm or male fertility. .
The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting
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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!
Fifteen pensioners die at single care home in Luton hit by the coronavirus pandemic
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MAY 9, 2020
FIFTEEN pensioners have died at a single care home hit by the coronavirus pandemic. Public Health England was called in to Castletroy Residential Home at Luton, Beds, after the high number of virus-related symptoms became apparent. Fifteen pensioners have died at Castletroy Residential Home in Luton, Beds, after it was hit by coronavirus. Five residents were confirmed as victims while another ten remained suspected victims.
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