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Coronavirus – USNS Comfort arrives in New York breaking Social Distancing Rules

New Yorkers have been criticised for flocking to see the arrival of USNS Comfort to Pier 90 in Manhattan. Comfort is one of the big white boats with a red cross – according to Trump that is. The hospital ship will be used initially for patients with non Coronavirus related conditions and alleviating the pressure on intensive care units in the city. Considering that New … Continue reading Coronavirus – USNS Comfort arrives in New York breaking Social Distancing Rules

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Coronavirus – Corona Task Force Daily News Briefings not a Ratings Competition Mr Trump!

I cannot believe that as the world battles this invisible enemy the President of the United States is telling Americans that the ratings of the daily news briefings from the White House are a ratings hit. How do the poor people that are standing behind him whilst he prattles on about nothing keep a straight face? Maybe Anthony Fauci should push him out of the … Continue reading Coronavirus – Corona Task Force Daily News Briefings not a Ratings Competition Mr Trump!

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Coronavirus – US National Parks Service Updates

As more of the world’s population is instructed to ‘socially isolate’ people are still trying to find exercise opportunities. Many are heading to the outdoors to get fresh air and to get away from the confines of home. If you are thinking of going to explore one of the National Parks in America here is a link to the Parks Service active alerts that details … Continue reading Coronavirus – US National Parks Service Updates

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Coronavirus – All 50 States

All 50 States have cases of Coronavirus. Social Distancing has been encouraged everywhere. California and New York has instructed people to stay home. Every press conference that I see from the White House has a gathering of experts and business leaders all standing close to each other behind the speaker. They were seen shaking hands and each handling the microphone between each speaker.  How does … Continue reading Coronavirus – All 50 States

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Coronavirus – Delays at US Airports for returning Americans

With the Pandemic causing the air traffic between Europe and USA to be shut down it seems that arriving Americans especially at Dallas Fort Worth and Chicago O’Hare were subject to horrendous delays on their arrival. There were some reporting delays to get through Homeland Security of up to 10 hours. The worrying thing was that all arriving passengers were lining up together and crowded … Continue reading Coronavirus – Delays at US Airports for returning Americans

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Coronavirus – Flights, Cruises and more Closures

State of Emergency has been declared by President Trump which allows more tests to be done for free at drive in centres across the country. Vice President Pence says 46 States have reported Coronavirus. The latest I heard about the cruise industry in America is that all lines have agreed to shut down operations for at least 30 days. Both Trump and Pence are spouting … Continue reading Coronavirus – Flights, Cruises and more Closures

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Coronavirus – Las Vegas

How is this for a joined approach in response to the Coronavirus? In Las Vegas at least two employees of MGM Resorts International have tested positive to Covid-19. One at Luxor and one at Wet Republic Pool at MGM Grand. MGM resorts have taken the decision to close their night clubs, day clubs, spas, salons and fitness centres from Monday. In Las Vegas one of … Continue reading Coronavirus – Las Vegas

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Coronavirus tightens it’s grip on already devastated travel industry

The Coronavirus is rapidly having more and more impact on the travel arrangements of millions around the world. Governments and local authorities are battling with trying to prevent the spread of the virus and more and more travel types and attractions are being affected. If you are over 70 you have been told by the UK Government and Scientific experts not to take a cruise. … Continue reading Coronavirus tightens it’s grip on already devastated travel industry

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President Trump Announces Travel Ban from Europe except for UK & Ireland

I awoke this morning to the overnight news that President Trump has put a ban on all flights to and from Europe for thirty days. The ban starts tomorrow Friday 13th. My first reaction was to know what will stop savvy Europeans taking flights to the UK and Ireland and connecting with services to America? Or indeed flying over to Canada and taking road or … Continue reading President Trump Announces Travel Ban from Europe except for UK & Ireland

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