#coronovirus pandemic

[wronghands1]

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[bighermie]

[eurovision-revisited]

1996 Oslo - Number 25 - Maxine & Franklin Brown - "De Eerste Keer"

In 1996, the Netherlands put together a bit of a Frankenstein Nationaal Songfestival. There were five acts each of whom performed three songs in the semi-finals. They then competed against each other in a final with the victorious songs from the semi-final. For some reason there's a group of line dancers performing at the front of an enthusiastic audience. It's difficult to work out what mood they were going for. It's anarchic in a very narrow way.

The winners overall were Maxine and Frankin Brown with De Eerste Keer (The First Time). It's a giddy, joyous pop song about the first surge of love and lust, and making that decision that yes - this is something I want. There's a lot of nanananas to kick it off, but it soon finds its feet with two strong voices meshing well even if they do emerge from widely separated altitudes.

In the Eurovision audio-only qualification round they came ninth, improving to seventh in the actual live final and it's obvious why. Not only do they combine well, but there's actual sass and chemistry on display, certainly from Maxine. Altogether a fun experience.

After this Maxine went on to release a series of singles and teamed up with many other acts including forming a short lived Euroband together with Franklin as well as three other former Dutch Eurovision entrants. More recently she has been part of the Edwin Evers band alongside Ferry Van Leeuwen.

Franklin has also released and number of singles in the years after his Eurovision appearance re-teaming with Maxine on several occasions as well as many solo songs.

In 2021 Maxine and Franklin released a parody of their own Eurovision song entitled Even tot hier (It's Not the First Time), about government ministers failing to follow their own guidelines during the Coronovirus pandemic!

#Youtube #esc #esc 1996 #eurovision #eurovision song contest #oslo #oslo 1996 #netherlands #nationaal songfestival 1996 #Maxine #Franklin Brown #Edwin Evers Band #Ferry Van Leeuwen #national finals

[watching-pictures-move]

Movie Review | Godzilla vs. Kong (Wingard, 2021)

This review contains mild spoilers.

The last time Godzilla and King Kong fought, the former was still a villain, or at least a monster of whom we should be fearful (human motivations perhaps don't apply to such creatures), having been established as a destructive force in a few prior films, and the latter was the more heroic one. (It wouldn't be for a few more films until Godzilla, like the Terminator, became a good guy, and with his belly-rubbing-and-hopping dance in Invasion of Astro Monster, achieved an official Cute designation. Membership fees are a few hundred a year, but if you're lucky, your employer foots the bill, and you get a few extra letters at the end of your name.) This time, well, we're a few entries into this new shared universe franchise, and we've spent enough time with our giant scaly and furry friends to know that neither one is bad deep down, and even though the movie sets one up as a heel to force some confrontations, astute viewers can guess that something is up.

I normally find shared universes exhausting in modern cinema (I shouldn't have to do a dozen movies' worth of homework to understand why one jag-off in pantaloons is punching out another jag-off in pantaloons). But I find them a lot more palatable with the kaiju movie, as here the plots very much don't matter so any excuse to bring together different monsters is welcome. Like with the Showa era classics, the human characters are very much secondary to the proceedings, but I think it's worth pondering the differences in worldviews between the two iterations. Matt Zoller Seitz goes into it with a lot more thoughtfulness than I can muster in this great piece for Vulture, but essentially where Ishiro Honda believed in the sanctity of institutions and that humans were capable of altruistic actions that had an actual impact, these new movies view human intervention somewhere between misguided and actively detrimental. I won't pretend I have any great insights here, but this tale of a giant lizard duking it out with a giant gorilla does hit a certain way when the tension between individual actions and institutional response to systemic problems and the Coronovirus pandemic have been on a lot of our minds.

That being said, it doesn't make the human scenes all that much more compelling, and a supposed twist involving Demian Bichir becomes as much as a surprise as the fact that can't trust the president of Cuba, a person whom Bichir once portrayed. I will say that I was more engaged when we spent time with the unexpectedly attractive smarty pants scientist types played by Rebecca Hall and Alexander Skarsgard and the unexpectedly attractive representative of the military industrial complex played by Eiza Gonzalez, and found the rapport between Hall and the deaf-mute child Kaylee Hottle fairly involving by the standards of these movies. I was much less involved when we hung out with Millie Bobby Brown, who was in one of these movies previously, her annoying friend Julian Dennison, and a conspiracy theorist played by Bryan Tyree Henry, who is very much in "Li'l Rel Howery in Get Out" mode.

I also watched this on a flight, which is perhaps not the ideal way to experience a movie of this scale. Which is to say, I found the monster carnage diverting enough and relatively colourful, but found it lacked the grandiosity of the 2014 Godzilla, the phantasmagoric qualities of King of the Monsters and the giddy textural pleasures of Kong: Skull Island. And the CGI very much felt like CGI to me, and I'd be lying if I said I didn't prefer the more concrete pleasures of people in suits knocking over cardboard sets, like in the previous confrontation between the two titular characters.

#film #movie review #godzilla vs. kong #adam wingard

[eyecarehospitalinmumbai]

Eye Care During Covid-19 (Coronavirus)

Eye Care During Covid-19 (Coronavirus)

Introduction

Eyes are one of the entrance points for highly contagious Coronavirus. Caring for eyes is more important than ever before. Taking good care of the glasses and contact lenses by way of cleaning them properly with the necessary liquid reduces the risk of infection. Further, limit the screen time of your children as this may lead to computer vision syndrome.

What Not To Do With Your Eyes?

Certain protective measures have generally been recommended to take care of the eyes. Those recommendations are even more important during the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety measures for eyes include:

Your Safety Is Our Priority | Necessary Precautions Against COVID – 19 at Ojas Eye Hospital.

Disinfect the surfaces: Coronavirus may also spread through eyes. You should disinfect the frequently touching surfaces such as railings, doorknobs, etc. to avoid getting the infection to the eye through your fingers touching them.

Do not rub your eyes: Avoid rubbing the eyes frequently as your eyes may become the possible entry for Corona Virus to enter your body. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to avoid exposure to the virus.

Tears may be the carrier: After touching the eyes, you should wash your hands. Tears in the eyes may also be a possible source of infection.

Coronovirus And Conjunctivitis

It has been indicated that conjunctivitis or the pink eye may be a symptom of COVID-19 infection. Patients with conjunctivitis may experience redness, irritation, and watery eyes. It is also to be noted that conjunctivitis is contagious. If you are experiencing ocular discomfort, redness, or increased tears in eyes, consult with your doctor.

Wearing Eyeglasses During Corona Epidemic

People may consider wearing glasses if they are previously using lenses. Although not considered as a preventive measure, wearing glasses may reduce the ocular exposure of Coronavirus into your eyes. This is because when someone sneezes, the droplets may fall on the glasses and not directly into the eyes. However, the virus may also enter through the open areas between the glasses and eyes.

Know How To Disinfect The Glasses

As the virus may hold its place onto the frames and glasses, the person should know how to properly disinfect the glasses. The virus may reside on the solid surfaces for hours to days. There is a high possibility that it may transmit through these channels. The frame and glasses are cleaned with warm water and soap. The frames and lenses are then dried by using a clean cloth.

Taking Care Of Your Lenses

Extra care is required in handling the lenses as they are in direct contact with the ocular surface. Change the contact lens solution daily. Wash the hands thoroughly before removing or inserting the contact lenses. Stock the contact lens solution and a pair of additional lenses. Take detailed information about lens care from your ophthalmologist. Do not change your brand for a solution or contact lens as this may cause irritation and discomfort in your eyes.

Availability Of Ocular Medications

Various eye medications are used for a long period. These include medications of glaucoma and dry eyes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the supply of such medications may get disrupted. You should maintain a sufficient stock of these medications to avoid inconvenience. However, it is advised not to overstock the medications as these may get expired and may also cause inconvenience to other patients.

Increased Use Of Digital Devices

There is a trend of increased use of the digital device in both adults and children. There is an increased risk of developing computer vision syndrome. This may result in dry and red eyes with increased tears. Limit the screen time of your child to prevent ocular conditions. The online classes also increase the time of children on digital devices. Do not allow your child to see the computer or smartphone at least 60 minutes before going to bed.

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[thepeopleempowered]

[newjerseyprelawland-blog]

Asian American Hate and the Covid-19 Hate Crimes Act

By Josiah Baik, Rutgers University Class of 2023

August 8, 2022

As many are aware of at this point in time, Covid-19 is a deadly infectious disease that has caused the deaths of countless people worldwide and has forced the global population to take extreme precautions and safety measures in order to counteract its fatal toll. In addition to the medical impacts, Covid-19 has caused a lot of stress, panic, and worry to the general public, and this resulting turmoil has become a catalyst for hate crimes and scapegoating. One particular group of people that are being persecuted the most for Covid-19 are Asian people, and the amount of attacks on Asian people have caused an uproar not only in the Asian American community but worldwide as well.

According to a national survey by the Asian American and Pacific Islander Data and Momentive, “Anti-Asian hate crimes have increased since the start of the pandemic: One in six Asian American adults reported experiencing a hate crime in 2021, and this trend may only continue to give rise to anti-Asian racism.” [1] The 2022 STAATUS Index also shows that one in five Americans believe that Asian Americans are at least partly responsible for Covid-19, and are more likely to believe that referring to the coronavirus as “Chinese virus” and “Wuhan virus” is appropriate. On top of all this, in the past year alone, one in ten Asian Americans have been coughed on or spat on, and one in three have been told to “go back to your country.” These threats of violence and racism have left their mark on the Asian American community in many different ways, both physically and mentally, and in their everyday lives.

According to numerous polls assessing the AANHPI community, “The vast majority of Asian Americans (82%) agree that, as a group, Asian Americans have faced discrimination as a result of the coronovirus pandemic, and more than half (57%) of Asian Americans say they often feel unsafe in public because of their race or ethnicity.” [2] Spillover effects of anti-Asian violence on the mental health of Asian Americans is rarely demonstrated but still a problematic consequence, with polls showing that 35% of Asian Americans report that their mental health had worsened during the pandemic. 58% also report that the discrimination and violence  against Asian people affected their own mental health. Racism towards Asian Americans was never a new concept, but the rise of Covid-19 gave many the opportunity to blame Asians for the worldwide pandemic and all the misfortunes that followed.

In lieu of all the racial attacks against Asian Americans, President Joe Biden signed legislation that addresses the hate crimes throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, with emphasis on the increase in violence against Asian Americans. This legislation aims to make the reporting of hate crimes more accessible at the local and state levels by boosting public outreach and ensuring reporting resources are available to all online in multiple languages. Going more in depth, this bill requires a designated officer or employee of the Department of Justice to facilitate the expedited review of hate crimes and reports of hate crimes. [3] This bill also establishes grants for states to create state run hate  crimes reporting hotlines, as well as authorizing grants for states and local governments and conducting law enforcement activities to prevent, address, and respond to hate crimes.

Before the signing, President Biden made a post on Twitter saying that “Hate has no place in America, and  I look forward to making that clear this afternoon by signing the Covid-19 Hate Crimes Act into law.” [4] President Biden also states that standing against hatred and racism, the “Ugly poison that has long haunted and plagued our nation”, is what brings Americans together, and his message to all that are hurting from the aftermath of this hatred is the “We see you and the Congress has said, we see you. And we are committed to stop the hatred and the bias.”

In response to this law being passed, Stop AAPI Hate praised the legislation for investing in community centered solutions and provisions to mitigate anti-Asian rhetoric, but claimed that further legislation is needed to address the root causes of systemic racism and oppression. Since this Act centers criminal law enforcement agencies in its solutions, it won’t address the overwhelming majority of incidents reported which aren’t hate crimes, but serious hate incidents. Regardless, the signing of this bill is an important step towards protecting American citizens from acts of hate and intolerance, and may become the framework for anti-hate legislation in the future.

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Josiah Baik is a rising senior at Rutgers University, majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. He is currently studying for the LSATs and hopes to attend law school in the future.

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[1] Lee, Jennifer. “Confronting the Invisibility of Anti-Asian Racism.” Brookings, Brookings, 18 May 2022, https://www.brookings.edu/blog/how-we-rise/2022/05/18/confronting-the-invisibility-of-anti-asian-racism/.

[2] Findling, Mary, et al. “Covid-19 Has Driven Racism and Violence against Asian Americans: Perspectives from 12 National Polls: Health Affairs Forefront.” Health Affairs, 12 Apr. 2022, https://www.healthaffairs.org/do/10.1377/forefront.20220411.655787/.

[3] Sprunt, Barbara. “Here's What the New Hate Crimes Law Aims to Do as Attacks on Asian Americans Rise.” NPR, NPR, 20 May 2021, https://www.npr.org/2021/05/20/998599775/biden-to-sign-the-covid-19-hate-crimes-bill-as-anti-asian-american-attacks-rise.

[4] S.937 - Covid-19 Hate Crimes Act 117th Congress (2021-2022). https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/937/text.

[msfangirlgonewild]

CARROT Weather's forecast for Daly City 😲

#resident evil #raccoon city #carrot weather #coronovirus pandemic #covid 19 #LOL #stay at home

[kp777]

#long term care #virginia #coronovirus pandemic #covid-19 #sars-cov-2

[sarkari132]

कोरोनो वायरस संक्रमण के चलते लाल किले पर सादगी से होगा स्वतंत्रता दिवस समारोह प्रतीकात्मक तस्वीर नई दिल्ली: इस साल कोरोनो वायरस (Coronavirus) महामारी के कारण लाल किले पर स्वतंत्रता दिवस (Independence Day) समारोह सादगी से मनाया जाएगा.

#Coronovirus Pandemic #Independence Day #MHA #Red Fort #social distancing #कोरोनो वायरस #लाल किला #स्वतंत्रता दिवस समारोह

[holdtightposts]

My wife and I have been making masks for the community. We’ve also donated many to the local hospitals and the children’s hospital.

Here’s the first batch. Basically cotton surgical mask with elastic straps and a filter pocket but no nose wire. Adult and children sizes.

We asked the nurses and doctors for feedback and boy howdy did they give it to us. So we modified the next batch. Changed the shape, moved the placement of the filter pocket from the top to the side to allow us to make an insert for a removable nose wire and replaced the elastic strap for a better and tighter fit.

These were much better received. Unfortunately, we ran out of fabric. Thank you @firesidetextiles for donating fabric. We also purchased more fabric from their website. Check out their shop https://firesidetextiles.com/.

Since the last batch was so well received, we didn’t change the design at all. All we did was make them in different sizes for different size faces/heads via feedback. Small (childrens), medium, and large.

This pandemic is serious. Please stay safe. Stay inside and if you must go out, limit contact and wear a mask.

#we donated so much #my wife is the real star here #for everyone asking #no these arent for sale #every mask we make goes to the community and those in need #we do not make any kind of profit #other than the fabric donated by the fabulous firesidetextiles #everything is out of our own pockets #and patterns will eventually be posted for those who asked #we just need to make notes since everything was made by eye #stay safe #stay inside #masks #corona virus #coronovirus #covid 19 #covid19 #pandemic #stay at home #quarantine #shelter in place #diy #personal #1k

[awesome-casuallyfamouscollector]

(..) He quoted data from the UK claiming that in people who have received two doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine, protection against infection with the Omicron is nearly 0%. For those who have got two doses of the Pfizer vaccine, the rate is about 20%. (..)

P.S. For survival, it is better to avoid from large crowds in tight places and annoying relatives.... 

#Latvia #pandemic #bad news #coronovirus

[help-the-homeless]

How can we move forward?

It is very clear that homeless individuals were barely included in all of the guidelines that were put out in an attempt to slow the spread of COVID-19. In terms of housing, it’s obvious that there needs to be solutions available for homeless individuals (without thinking of COVID-19). Prioritizing funding for permanent, or long-term housing and implementing affordable housing is something that will bring about extreme change for homeless individuals and will aid in reducing the inequities that they face (Miller et al., 2020). This is still very relevant after the pandemic and if not, more. In terms of what can be done moving forward in relation to the pandemic and how homeless individuals should be involved in planning and guidelines, theres a lot that can be done (Miller et al., 2020). This pandemic has brought out and proved many inequities that these individuals face, especially when it comes to the social determinants of health, as seen in a previous blog post. In order to tackle these inequities, we have to start from the social determinants of health especially when planning the response to pandemics and this should be tackled both individually and structurally (Green et al., 2021).

Another main thing to keep in mind is that there are people that are trained to specifically work with homeless individuals such as social workers, public health professionals and organizations that work with homeless shelters - these individuals should be taking part in help with planning pandemic response (Green et al., 2021). These individuals know the specific difficulties they go through and what may be able to help them and bring forward ideas that are catered specifically to them (Green et al., 2021). This way, homeless individuals will not be left out and their needs will be taken into consideration as well. Perhaps if this was done in the beginning of the pandemic, there may have been more shelters opened up for the homeless with more beds, more space and in turn, less chance of spreading covid within the homeless community (Perri et al., 2020). Another main issue was hygiene, as spoken about in a previous blog post - hand-washing stations could have been implemented across cities for these individuals to access and this could have also prevented many infections (Montgomery et al., 2021). It’s important to recognize that even though homeless individuals are all grouped into one category, they all have individualized circumstances and have different needs that need to be met accordingly (Rodriguez et al., 2021). As you may have seen in my other post about homeless LGBTQ2S youth, they tend to have different needs compared to homeless heterosexual youth. 

Overall, there was very poor planning in terms of how the homeless would get by during this pandemic and unfortunately, it caused a lot of harm. Hopefully, officials and public health individuals have learned where they have went wrong so that they know what to do if something like this were to occur again. I can understand that when something new comes along, people are confused just want to implement the best course of action and save as many lives as they can, as fast as they can - however, it is not fair to the individuals who are not even considered in this planning. 

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[atenderofsycamoretrees]

Paco Rabanne Fall 2021 Ready-to-Wear

Photos courtesy of Paco Rabanne

#fashion #paco rabanne #fall 2021 #ready-to-wear #scopophobia / #alcohol / implied #he said that the curfew in paris for coronovirus makes him feel like a kid again #wondering what he's going to be when he's allowed to go out late #so this collection is trying to capture that mood #so TECHNICALLY this is a 'dressing for when the pandemic is over' collection #that first suit has big amber ruffin vibes altho she would wear it with pants instead of shorts

[shreddedparchment]

If you are refusing to wear a face mask for WHATEVER reason, you're not taking a stand, you're a selfish prick! Get a clue.

#this seriously angers me #such a lack of compassion and responsibility #the sooner people realize they are not the center of the universe the better #don't wait for this virus to hit home to start taking precautions #you are potentially MURDERING someone else's loved one #wear a mask #pandemic #covid 19 #coronovirus #stay home #this isn't over #especially in the US

[dadaaeternus]

COVID-19 has managed to force governments all over the world to tell its citizens: 

1. Stay home from work, you’ll still get paid.

2. Don’t go to big events. 

3. Avoid people.

Just realized COVID-19 is The Genie that has granted literally every introvert their three biggest wishes.

#covid19 #coronovirus #introvert #introverts #introverted #meme #funnymemes #memes #aladdin #jinn #genie #the genie #virus #pandemic #humour #covid-19 #un #best memes #introvertmemes #writer #writers