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— Cyprus is pledging to cover all costs for anyone testing positive for the coronavirus while on holiday in the east Mediterranean island nation. Tourism directly accounts for 13% of Cyprus’ economy. The country expects to lose this year as much as 70% of 2.6-billion euros in tourism-generated revenue. … [Read more...] about Roam close to home: Europe’s tourists play safe in pandemic

The new residency launched to solid reviews in April, with critics praising the “multi-sensory spectacular,” which sees the band perform 18 of their biggest hits. Long-known for their live shows, the band sought out the help of producer Steve Dixon (Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake) to adapt their touring set to the 5200-seat Park Theater inside the Park MGM Hotel. The next step was finding a way for the show to stand out amidst a crowded field of residencies in Sin City all competing for fan attention and tourist dollars. Indeed, Aerosmith shares the Park Theater with Lady Gaga and her “Enigma” residency, while artists like Janet Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Def Leppard and Diana Ross all currently have projects on the strip as well. … [Read more...] about Aerosmith band members say Las Vegas residency is the one thing they ‘did right in this life’

With the situation ongoing in Minnesota and Georgia, where three men were charged in the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, pressure is ratcheting up on former Vice President Joe BidenJoe BidenLifting our voices — and votes Longtime Democratic pollster: Warren 'obvious solution' for Biden's VP pick Biden will help close out Texas Democrats' virtual convention: report MORE to select an African American as his running mate, especially after he suggested last week that individuals “ain’t black” if they support Trump. Biden walked it back hours later, saying he was too “cavalier” with the remark, but the pressure has been ramped up with everything that has taken place over the past week. … [Read more...] about The Hill’s Morning Report – Presented by Facebook – George Floyd’s death sparks protests, National Guard activation

The manufacturers reduced or eliminated their operations in Puerto Rico, moving them to China, India and Ireland, which welcomed their presence with favorable economic policies. Puerto Rico's economy slid into a 14-year recession from which it has yet to recover. With Puerto Rico’s bond rating at junk status, Congress passed a special law in 2017 permitting it to file for bankruptcy, where it has remained ever since.  … [Read more...] about The island that can save America

FILE - In this Oct.23, 2019 file photo, tourists wait to see Leonardo da Vinci's painting Mona Lisa, at the Louvre museum, in Paris. Iconic sites that are among some of France's biggest tourist draws won't reopen when the country lifts most of its coronavirus restrictions next week. Neither the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower nor the Versailles Palace will be reopening next week when France lifts many of its remaining coronavirus lockdown restrictions. less … [Read more...] about Europe prepares post-corona, socially-distanced culture-fest