SATURDAY, 19 SEPTEMBER 2026

Be vigilant about spread of new Covid variant

Even if what the Chinese epidemiologist has warned about is a worst case scenario, still it would be wise to be at least discreet. The epidemiologist has warned that 10% of the world population, that is 800 million and 60% of the Chinese population, that is 840 million people will be infected with the Covid-19 Omicron sub-variant BF.7 and that millions in the world will perish in 90 days time. It may be stressed that if this sub-variant can circumvent the protection afforded by vaccination, still such an eventuality cannot be ruled out if proper measures are not put into place like wearing face masks, resorting to social distancing and also using sanitizers as well as keeping the surroundings clean and tidy. It would be recommended that daily exercising can boost your immunity and thus afford natural protection. Any way during the festival season, at least wear face masks and avoid crowds. It is better to be safe than sorry. 



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Why club owners employ waitresses and not waiters?

ADELMO FERNANDES, Vasco
Published Dec 22, 2022, 7:23 PM IST
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Even as the villagers of Calangute are agitated over the issue of dance bars, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant reportedly said that there are no dance bars operating in Goa. It seems necessary to note the difference between a dance bar and a pub and bar and restaurant. A dance bar is a place where mostly girls perform to the music and tables are placed all around the dance floor for customers who can order drinks and enjoy the dance and music. Girls dance on the stage and men…

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