Coronavirus

Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that cause diseases in mammals, including humans, and birds. In humans, the virus causes respiratory infections which are typically mild but, in rare cases, can be lethal. In cows and pigs they may cause diarrhea, while in chickens it can cause an upper respiratory disease.

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August US Consumer Confidence Lowest in 6 Months
August US Consumer Confidence Lowest in 6 Months
August 31, 2021  |  Economy

Confidence among U.S. consumers dropped in August to its lowest level since February as the COVID-19 delta variant continued its spread and higher inflation rates...

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Canada’s Tech Companies Expect Months’ Delay in Supply Chains
Canada’s Tech Companies Expect Months’ Delay in Supply Chains
August 31, 2021  |  B2B Payments

The pandemic has continued to snarl supply chains and cause shipping woes for businesses with Canadian tech companies hit hard, according to Yahoo on Monday...

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Heading Into Labor Day, Americans Are Traveling Despite Concerns About COVID-19
Heading Into Labor Day, Americans Are Traveling Despite Concerns About COVID-19
August 30, 2021  |  Travel Payments

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Amid Safety Concerns, McDonald’s Suggests Franchisees Shift from Dine-In to Safer, More Profitable Channels
Amid Safety Concerns, McDonald’s Suggests Franchisees Shift from Dine-In to Safer, More Profitable Channels
August 30, 2021  |  Restaurant innovation

With the rise in COVID-19 cases, McDonald’s is turning its focus to its off-premises channels. New cases are up about tenfold from just two months...

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NEW DATA: Three Quarters of Mass Payment Recipients Would Pay to Have Choice in How They Receive Funds
NEW DATA: Three Quarters of Mass Payment Recipients Would Pay to Have Choice in How...
August 30, 2021  |  Consumer Payments

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EU Eyes Stopping Nonessential Travel From US
EU Eyes Stopping Nonessential Travel From US
August 29, 2021  |  Coronavirus

The European Union is likely to decide Monday (August 30) whether to recommend that member states block nonessential visits from the United States. Get the...

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Carrot vs. Stick: Employers Look For Sweet Spot Between Vaccine Mandates And Incentives
Carrot vs. Stick: Employers Look For Sweet Spot Between Vaccine Mandates And Incentives
August 27, 2021  |  Coronavirus

As employers consider whether to encourage staff to get vaccinated against COVID-19, several companies are providing examples of how it can be done. Employers are...

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European Flights Fly Closer to Pre-Pandemic Levels
European Flights Fly Closer to Pre-Pandemic Levels
August 26, 2021  |  Coronavirus

Driven by discount airfare tickets and a COVID-19 digital passport, European air travel has seemingly begun to bounce back from the pandemic, according to a...

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Delta Air Lines To Require Testing And Fees For Unvaccinated Employees
Delta Air Lines To Require Testing And Fees For Unvaccinated Employees
August 25, 2021  |  Coronavirus

In a quest to fight the spread of COVID-19 and have its employees become fully vaccinated, Delta Air Lines Inc. plans to require weekly testing...

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