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The US economy is growing at its fastest pace since 1984 https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/06/economy/imf-us-economy-recovery/index.html

Globe is set to issue quick response (QR)-code identification cards to all its legitimate site acquisition, site management and right of way Link

‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ is the biggest hit of the pandemic https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/04/media/godzilla-vs-kong-box-office/index.html

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However, one idiosyncrasy unique to corporate Japan prevents the simple reduction of unessential workers to improve productivity. That is the concept of omotenashi, which the Japan National Tourist Organization defines as “the Japanese mindset of hospitality … an implicit understanding that there are no menial tasks if the result ensures a great experience for a guest.” The…

“Do you think never having to work 996 in your life is an honour to boast about? ” – Jack Ma. 996 is shortcut to mean working 9am to 9pm, six days a week Jack Ma defends China’s 996 tech work ethic Ma defends 996, saying such a schedule has helped Chinese tech giants like…

Gmail lets you schedule emails to send later The new feature comes on the email service?s 15th birthday. www.cnet.com

China’s slowing economy claims unexpected victim: tech start-ups Even after a banner year for venture capital funding, some investors predict that as many as 90 per cent of Chinese tech start-ups are doomed to fail. www.scmp.com

McDonald’s moves from Big Macs to ‘Big Data’ Menus will highlight ice cream on a hot day and a McCafe on a cold day, for example, in addition to items that pair well with whatever the customer just ordered. www.scmp.com

Instead of going to the hospital for a regular check-up, it is now possible for your doctor to remotely check your condition digitally. I understand there are now medical diagnostic apps on smart phones that can give your doctor your vital health information. According to the Bloomberg article, there is an American health provider that…