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WHO boss denounces vaccine inequity

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3 years ago

May 25, 2021

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The head of the World Health Organization has denounced vaccine inequity, warning that it’s perpetuating the COVID-19 pandemic

WHO’s Director-General says more than 75 per cent of all vaccines have been administered in just 10 countries.

Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says he understands that “every government wants to vaccinate its entire population” but that is leading to high-risk groups in other countries remaining vulnerable.

 “Countries that vaccinate children and other low-risk groups now do so at the expense of health workers and high-risk groups in other countries,” Dr Tedros told the annual assembly of the World Health Organization.

He has called on Member States to support a “massive push” to vaccinate 10 percent of the population of every country by September, and 30% by the end of the year.

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“VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION”

Dr Tedros believes the world remains in a “very dangerous situation”, warning that no country should assume “it is out of the woods”, regardless of its vaccination rate.

The global health body chief says this is because the virus is constantly changing.
“So far, no variants have emerged that significantly undermine the efficacy of vaccines…” Dr Tedros told the annual assembly of the World Health Organization.
But he cautions that there is “no guarantee that will remain the case”.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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