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In a study recently published in the journal PLoS Computational Biology, researchers used mathematical modeling to evaluate whether prioritizing older adults for booster COVID-19 vaccinations consistently leads to optimal public health outcomes across diverse socioeconomic contexts. Study: Prioritizing older adults for booster COVID-19 vaccinations optimizes public health outcomes across socioeconomic settings. Image credit: BaLL LunLa/Shutterstock.com background During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) were crucial in containing the spread of infection and protecting health systems. The introduction of vaccines such as Pfizer-BioNTech, Oxford-AstraZeneca and Moderna has significantly altered the trajectory of the pandemic, reducing severe cases…

New York CNN — Fitch Ratings on Monday downgraded Israel’s credit rating, citing concerns over the ongoing war with Hamas and geopolitical risks. Fitch downgraded the country’s credit rating to “A” from “A+” and indicated it may downgrade it again in the future. The downgrade highlights the economic toll of a war that has killed tens of thousands of people and shaken the region and the world. Fitch analysts said “the conflict in Gaza could continue until 2025” and there was a risk of it escalating. “The downgrade to ‘A’ reflects the ongoing war in Gaza, heightened geopolitical risks and…

Mikhaylichenko played five years for Rangers, winning five league titles. [SNS]Rangers v Dynamo Kyiv (1-1) – Champions League third qualifying round, second legDate: Tuesday 13 August Venue: Hampden Park Kick-off: 19:45 BSTCoverage: Watch live on BBC Scotland, listen to BBC Sport Sounds on Radio Scotland and get text updates on the BBC Sport website and appAlexei Mikhailichenko described his trophy-winning five years at Rangers as “the best period of my career”.But the 61-year-old will be at Hampden on Tuesday cheering on Dynamo Kyiv and believes his fellow Ukrainians can win and reach the Champions League play-off round.”I was born in…

Luxury furniture market𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬Luxury furniture is distinguished not only by its appearance but also by the meticulous craftsmanship and high-quality materials used in its creation. Luxury furniture is usually made from premium materials such as solid wood, exotic hardwoods, and hand-blown glass, and combines superior quality, exceptional durability, and alignment with contemporary and future trends. The uniqueness and impeccable beauty of these pieces of furniture sets them apart from ordinary furniture and makes them a symbol of sophistication and status.𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰: 𝐀 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐞𝐚 𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭The essence of luxury furniture lies in its power to…

Indotec Group, a prominent European real estate investment and asset management company based in Budapest, has purchased the Espacio Leon shopping center in Spain for approximately 50 million euros. The property was previously owned by American investment firm Blackstone, according to a statement released by Indotec. Government-linked Indotech Group buys Spanish shopping centre The Espacio Leon shopping centre in Spain, acquired by the Indotech Group. Photo: espacioleon.es The acquisition, located in Spain’s Castilla y Leon region, was funded by Banco Santander. Espacio León, which opened in 2004 and was renovated in 2018, attracts around 4.1 million visitors per year, according…

Three-year BBC Sport deal includes Champions League final [Getty Images]The BBC will broadcast highlights of this season’s Champions League matches and will have a special highlights programme after the UEFA Super Cup this Wednesday.For the next three years, match-by-match highlights will be available on BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and app from 22:00 on Wednesdays during Champions League match weeks, with an additional highlights programme broadcast on BBC One from 22:40.Clips will also be made available online and on social media.The number of Champions League matches will be increased to 17 rounds in total, including eight group rounds that…

Photo by Josie Burkhart Belmont County Deputy Health Director Rob Sproul, left, discusses motions and resolutions during Monday’s Board of Health meeting as board member Dr. Renato dela Cruz listens. Dr. Renato dela Cruz will become medical director and health commissioner after serving 15 years as a member of the Belmont County Board of Health. Board members on Monday presented Dr. Dela Cruz with a commemorative plaque in recognition of his 15 years as a physician member of the board, as required by law. Deputy Health Commissioner Rob Sproule said Dela Cruz is the person the…

The first hour was dominated by Trump, with topics ranging from assassination attempts to immigration, and the broadcast was delayed by about 42 minutes due to technical issues.Here’s how prominent business and political leaders responded to the conversation.Mark Cuban Mark Cuban (left) and former President Donald Trump (right). Michael Reeves via Getty Images, Joe Raedle via Getty Images In a post on X, billionaire Mark Cuban asked, “Is anyone tracking how much each participant in this Spaces ‘conversation’ is talking?”The use of quotation marks around “conversation” seems to indicate that Musk is pitching the space as a conversation, not an…

The world of luxury is undergoing major changes, including rapidly shifting consumer expectations, technological innovation and a deepening commitment to sustainability. Argon & Co experts outline five global trends and their impact on the Middle East context. Economic resilience amid global change Despite global economic upheaval and geopolitical tensions, the luxury sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience, fuelled by strategic market adaptation and an unwavering consumer base. The Middle East stands out as a fast-growing centre of luxury consumption, driven by economic diversification efforts and the increased purchasing power of its residents. Demographic and consumer change The luxury consumer demographic is…

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