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08/06/20
« on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 03:08:40 »
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UK's quarantine scheme faces chaos on first day as Home Office admits it is difficult to put into practice
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the ISU, the union for borders, immigration and customs called the process 'a complete and utter farce'
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/06/07/uks-quarantine-scheme-faces-chaos-first-day-home-office-admits/

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #1 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 03:12:07 »
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Smart appliances may not be worth money in long run, warns Which?
If software is not kept up-to-date, items can lose functionality and become a security risk

The consumer group said that smart fridges, dishwashers and tumble dryers cost hundreds of pounds more than their conventional counterparts, but in some cases could be rendered obsolete after as little as two years.

Without regular updates, smart items could lose functionality and security could be compromised, leaving the owner’s network open to hackers. Many of the products will still work without their smart features, but not all.
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/jun/08/smart-appliances-may-not-be-worth-money-in-long-run-warns-which

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #2 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 15:37:20 »
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British Hotelier in Greece: This is Why I Will Keep My Hotel Closed This Summer
https://greece.greekreporter.com/2020/06/08/british-hotelier-in-greece-this-is-why-i-will-keep-my-hotel-closed-this-summer/

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #3 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 16:05:57 »
its quite sad to read that! it is a very uncertain time regarding holidays, most people like ourselves go out every evening for a meal and drink, plus we spend in the shops and bars through the day, the 14 day quarantine when arriving home does not bother us, but the thought of seven days on arrival is probably not acceptable to us, it would spoil the holiday, it only needs a few new cases of the bug on the islands and i feel they could not cope with it, i would hate to see that happen, so its fingers crossed for September, but i have my doubts as to whether we would chance it flying, it was bad enough before with all the ignorant plane sneezers who never cover up!

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #4 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 16:43:57 »
Might have a bit more sense on Kef...

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Greece Warns of New Lockdown as Mykonos Revelers Flout Coronavirus Rules
https://greece.greekreporter.com/2020/06/08/greece-warns-of-new-lockdown-as-mykonos-revelers-flout-coronavirus-rules/

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #5 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 20:02:31 »
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Desperate travel firms issue cheap holiday deals to lure nervous Brits abroad
Travel companies hit hard by the pandemic are cutting the prices of their holidays by up to two thirds as they attempt to persuade Brits to enjoy a holiday abroad this year
https://www.mirror.co.uk/travel/news/desperate-travel-firms-issue-cheap-22155396

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #6 on: Monday, 08 June, 2020 @ 20:03:42 »
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Google Chrome users could get a £4,000 payout - find out if you're eligible
A £4 billion ($5 billion) class-action lawsuit has been filed against Google, amid claims the tech giant illegally gather information during users’ private browsing sessions
https://www.mirror.co.uk/tech/google-chrome-users-could-4000-22155382

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #7 on: Tuesday, 09 June, 2020 @ 00:11:49 »
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Schools may stay shut beyond September, Matt Hancock signals
Only half of eligible children in years one and six have returned to primary school, Gavin Williamson is expected to announce
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2020/06/08/schools-may-stay-shut-beyond-september-matt-hancock-signals/

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Re: 08/06/20
« Reply #8 on: Tuesday, 09 June, 2020 @ 00:16:41 »
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Travel bosses told 'air bridges' to be allowed from June 29 as quarantine is eased
Travel bosses suspended their legal action against quarantine after being privately assured air bridges will be in place by the end of June
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2020/06/08/travel-bosses-told-air-bridges-allowed-june-29-quarantine-eased/