End to COVID emergency hinges on vaccine equity
WHO emergencies chief Dr Michael Ryan warned at the World Economic Forum that the worst of the pandemic could end this year if vaccinations and medicines are shared fairly, noting fewer than 10 percent in low income countries have received a dose. He argued ending deaths and hospitalizations requires rapid global action.
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New MCCC Café Space Transforms Culinary Program
Tony Stanislo MCCC culinary instructor praises expanded space and tools as transformative for students and guests. He notes the old room was about one third the size, and excitement grows as design and contractor work wrap. Community member Sara Peterson credits improved facilities and student server station. cafe kitchen remodel planned next summer.
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Ohio map dispute flags access gaps in first drawing round
Lawsuits over redistricting reveal three statewide officials were sidelined as they lacked access to the experts and software used by lawmakers behind closed doors. Governor DeWine says discussions have begun, while LaRose warns of looming delays ahead of the May 3 primary. Public input to be welcomed via relaunch of the commission site and live streaming on Ohio Channel.
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Tech experts downplay COVID test kit site issues
Alex Howard of the Digital Democracy Project says the COVID-19 test kit website will be simpler than HealthCare.gov and Vaccines.gov. He notes the main challenge is distribution logistics and preventing abuse, while vendors expect federal agencies to handle the build.
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