Brenda J. Latham

Cincinnati ranked among best summer travel destinations in nation

By Brenda J. Latham 2 days ago

Cincinnati has plenty to offer from its zoo to its extensive restaurant and brewery scene so it’s no surprise a recent study found the Queen City to be among the best summer travel destinations in the nation this year.According to WalletHub, nearly 80% of American travelers are planning trips in 2022. WalletHub conducted a study to find the best places to travel this summer to help travelers find the perfect summer getaway.WalletHub compared 100 cities across 43 indicators, including budget, number of attractions and weather.”Compared with other rankings that focus on each destination’s scenic quality, this report focuses primarily on … Read More

Are China’s Covid lockdowns a preparation for war?

By Brenda J. Latham 2 days ago

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Xi Jinping is making it increasingly difficult for citizens to leave the country

by Leng Ping

Credit: Getty

Life for ordinary Chinese people like me is changing fast — both in and outside of the mainland. As restrictions grow ever tighter across the country, people are beginning to question if they are really about Covid. Take, for instance, the latest announcement by China’s National Immigration Authority (NIA), that they intend to ‘strictly restrict non-essential outbound activities of Chinese citizens’.

Like most Chinese diktats, this cryptic announcement did not come with a definition of what ‘essential activities’ actually means,

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Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers

By Brenda J. Latham 2 days ago

Qatar Airways is providing incredible travel options during Summer 2022 with flights operating daily from the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International, to its global network with a huge number of leisure choices. Whether passengers are seeking summer vacations including tranquil beach gateways, energetic city breaks, bold adventure destinations or incredible family and friend escapes, there is something for everyone.

The airline is providing global connectivity from more than 140 gateways worldwide to some of the most desired vacation destinations, whilst offering unparalleled comfort and exceptional service on board to give passengers an unforgettable journey.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His

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Isolation, monitoring of travelers from countries with monkeypox cases pushed

By Brenda J. Latham 3 days ago

FROM LATE 1990s Images taken during an investigation into an outbreak of monkeypox, which took place in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 1996 to 1997, show the hands, arms and torso of a patient with rashes due to the disease. —REUTERS

MANILA, Philippines — Travelers from countries with recorded monkeypox cases and manifesting symptoms should be isolated to prevent a possible spread of the disease, an infectious disease expert said Monday.

“Kaya importante niyan, sa mga papasok na mga turista o mga Filipinos na nanggaling dito sa ibang bansa kung saan itong reported case, they have to be monitored

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