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Travel is set to peak this summer, with plenty of events worth traveling for, like the Paris Olympics and Taylor Swift’s The Eras tour taking Europe by storm. This month, the savvy travelers among us can look forward to avoiding crowds while maximizing their comfort during their airport experiences in the newest lounges, all while taking advantage of the best loyalty program and credit card benefits. You can also become one of those savvy travelers: Along the way, you can boost your account balance with bonus miles and points promotions to help you plan your next trip this summer and…

When Chrissy Barnard traveled to Denver, Colorado, in early June for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) main convention, she thought she was just another attendee, there to learn alongside like-minded colleagues. Until she was told she would receive the Gloria Huntley Award. Suddenly, Barnard had to give a speech in front of her peers. “I chatted for five minutes because I didn’t know what to say,” said Barnard, an anesthesia technician department coordinator at Essentia Health. “I didn’t expect to get that message. I was caught off guard.” The prestigious Gloria Huntley Award “recognizes exemplary advocacy work by…

As e-commerce giants and tech startups strive to make online interactions more engaging, they are turning to anthropomorphism — attributing human characteristics to non-human entities. This is not a new concept. For decades, companies have been using mascots and anthropomorphic brands to create emotional connections with consumers. Michelin Man, Tony the TigerAnd Mr.Clean Ads have long been a staple. But now that strategy is being applied to AI, with intriguing and sometimes puzzling results. Chatty Bots Major players in the e-commerce world are at the forefront of this trend. Amazon’s Alexafor example, goes beyond simple voice recognition. Users can ask…

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban made a surprise visit to Beijing on Monday, where Chinese leader Xi Jinping called for a global effort to push Russia and Ukraine toward a “cease-fire” and praised Orban’s diplomatic initiatives — a powerful demonstration of how Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are seeking to create a multipolar world order not dominated by the United States.As Xi Jinping welcomed Orban to the Chinese capital, Russian missiles crashed in kyiv, Dnipro and other Ukrainian cities on Monday, killing at least 31 people, including two at a Kiev children’s hospital, and underscoring the vicious brutality of…

Legend, “Our region is facing the risk of disintegration,” said ECOWAS Commission President Omar TourayItem informationAuthor, Chris Ewokor and Basillioh RukangaRole, BBC News, Abuja and NairobiJuly 8, 2024, 11:21 BSTUpdated 45 minutes agoThe Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has warned it risks disintegration and worsening insecurity after Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger formalised their separatist union.The ECOWAS Commission president said the move was a blow to the 50-year-old bloc and could have serious consequences if it did not reverse its decision.The move comes after military leaders from all three countries said on Saturday they were “irrevocably” turning their…

FarmERP, a global leader in cutting-edge sustainable technology solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Seiyaj Tech, a Saudi technology company focused on localizing green energy technologies for leading global companies. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in Riyadh, aims to expand FarmERP’s influence and impact in Saudi Arabia, leveraging Seiyaj Tech’s extensive business network and local expertise. The Saudi agricultural sector faces unique challenges including extreme weather conditions, water scarcity and limited resources. FarmERP, with over 12 years of experience in the Gulf region and extensive operations in Saudi Arabia, has developed tailor-made solutions to meet the specific needs…

The tourism board in Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital, is launching a pilot program that rewards visitors who take an eco-friendly approach. Starting July 15, participants who engage in a sustainable activity will receive a thank-you gift, such as a free kayak rental or a coffee and Danish pastry.The new initiative, CopenPay, is simple: participate in a ecological effort and receive benefits from the two dozen companies and institutions participating in the program. It is open to visitors and locals.For example, you can collect plastic waste and turn it into jellyfish at a workshop hosted by the National Gallery of Denmark. If…

At least 12 people have died and dozens are missing after heavy rains triggered a landslide in Indonesia. The mudslide hit an unlicensed gold mining operation on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on Monday, authorities confirmed. About 100 villagers were digging for gold on Sunday in the remote Bone Bolango district of Gorontalo province, one of six Indonesian provinces on the island of Sulawesi, located on the island’s northeastern peninsula. Rescuers prepare for operation at site of landslide that killed several peopleImage: BASARNAS/AP/dpa/picture alliance Heavy rains hamper relief efforts Indonesia has been hit by torrential rains that have sent mud…

By the Sailing Museum With the Olympics coming up later this month and the quest to reclaim the America’s Cup beginning in late August, the Museum of Sailing and the National Sailing Hall of Fame invite Hall of Fame sailor and Emmy Award-winning television commentator Gary Jobson to break down the highly anticipated competitions at the museum on July 18. Its presentation will take place at the Sailing Museum on July 18 at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.) located at 365 Thames Street in Newport. Tickets are on sale at thesailingmuseum.org. Jobson, who will cover the Olympics for…

LANSING, Michigan — Senate Health Policy Committee Minority Vice Chairman Michael Webber has introduced a bill to establish a review commission to study the impact of proposed state mandates on health care insurers that exceed essential health benefits required by the Affordable Care Act to ensure health care remains affordable in Michigan. “As the state legislature debates important legislation that could cover benefits beyond the federal scope, we have a duty to balance those discussions with cost in mind and keeping health care accessible to Michiganders in need,” said Webber, Rochester Hills. “Health insurers are under constant pressure to reduce…