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: Fwd: A clever lawyer A lawyer, who had a wife and 12 children, needed to move because his rental agreement was terminated by the owner, who wanted to reoccupy the home. When he said he had 12 children, no one would rent a home to him because they felt that the children would destroy the place. He couldn't say he had no children because he couldn't lie (as we all know, lawyers cannot, and do not lie). So he sent his wife for a walk to the cemetery with 11 of their kids. He took the remaining one with him to see rental homes with the real estate agent. He loved one of the homes and the price was right. The agent asked:” How many children do you have?" He answered: "Twelve." The agent asked, "Where are the others?" The lawyer, with his best courtroom sad look, answered, "They're in the cemetery with their mother." MORAL: It's not necessary to lie; one has only to choose the right words. -- Make every day a happy memory.

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Sunwing announces convenient weekly flights from Sudbury and North Bay will resume this winter 3 May 2021Canadian Aviation News TORONTO, May 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sunwing is making it easier for residents of Northern Ontario to head to the tropics this winter. The tour operator has announced it will be offering vacation packages to some of the most popular tropical destinations from Greater Sudbury Airport and North Bay Jack Garland Airport. Flights will begin in December 2021 and run weekly until mid-April 2022. “We’re excited to be returning to Sudbury and North Bay this winter and offering Northern Ontarians seamless vacation experiences under our wing,” commented Andrew Dawson, President of Tour Operations for Sunwing. “Our seasonal flight services from Sudbury and North Bay have been consistently well-received over the years. With convenient flights from their regional airports, travellers will be able to spend less time getting to their destination and more time soaking up the sun in paradise.” The flight schedule from North Bay and Sudbury will be as follows: Between North Bay and Cancun, Thursdays from December 16, 2021 until April 14, 2022 Between Sudbury and Varadero, Fridays from December 17, 2021 until April 15, 2022 “Greater Sudbury Airport is looking forward to welcoming Sunwing back for another successful season,” said Todd Tripp, Chief Executive Officer at Greater Sudbury Airport. “After a difficult year of staying home and not travelling, we’re sure that residents of Sudbury and the surrounding area will be looking forward to enjoying some much-deserved rest and relaxation in paradise.” “After a strenuous year, we’re delighted that Sunwing will be returning to North Bay for their ninth season,” commented Jack Santerre, Airport Manager for North Bay Jack Garland Airport Corporation. “We’re pleased that our residents will be provided with convenient travel options from their regional gateway. With weekly flights to Cancun, it’ll now be easier than ever for travellers in North Bay and the surrounding area to head south this winter.” North Bay residents headed to Cancun with the whole family can stay at Grand Sunset Princess All Suites Resort and Spa, offering activities and amenities for all ages. Vacationers looking to take their budget even further can enjoy exclusive RIU®-topia amenities at Riu Dunamar like unlimited reservation-free dining. Travellers from Sudbury can soak up the sun on Cuba’s world-famous shores at Grand Memories Varadero and enjoy complimentary water sports like windsurfing and catamaran rides. Plus, customers who book their tropical getaway at select resorts by May 31, 2021 for travel between November 1, 2021 and April 30, 2022 will receive up to $1,000 per couple in value during the tour operator’s extended Freedom 21/22 Sale, including complimentary Price Drop Cash Back of up to $800 per couple at select resorts and the flexibility to change or cancel their plans with ease.

Cargojet continues strong momentum as it reports Q1, 2021 3 May 2021Canadian Aviation News MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 3, 2021 /CNW/ – Cargojet Inc. (“Cargojet” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: CJT) announced today financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. Total Revenues for the quarter were $160.3 million compared to first quarter 2020 Revenues of $123.0 million. Gross Margin for the quarter was $45.3 million compared to first quarter 2020 Gross Margin of $32.2 million. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDAR for the quarter were $64.2 million compared to the first quarter 2020 Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDAR of $44.6 million. Adjusted Free Cash Flow of $35.2 million for the three-month period ended March 31, 2021 compared to $29.8 million for the same period in 2020 increased $5.4 million or 18.1%. “With a fundamental shift in consumer shopping habits in several key categories, Cargojet has spent the last few quarters laying the foundation to capture the next phase of e-Commerce growth. We strengthened our balance sheet, invested in fleet expansion, broadened our portfolio of services and are investing in attracting and retaining top talent.” said Dr. Ajay Virmani, President & CEO. “What was previously a consumer led shift to digital is now rapidly becoming a merchant led shift, accelerating the move to e-Commerce even further. Our highly focused and professional team continues to work closely with our customers to support their changing needs while maintaining the best on-time performance in the industry” noted Dr.Virmani. “With shifting supply chains, triggered by a significant reset of the international passenger routes, we also see opportunities to expand and diversify on select international lanes. We also continue to focus on growing our ACMI and Charter business as cargo capacity remains in high demand and we are constantly adapting to maintain our leadership position”. concluded Dr. Virmani.

Well so much for the camels and also so much to comparing Mars to the Sahara. ?

FoFour Crew Dragon astronauts head home from space station (msn.com) Crew Dragon astronauts head home from space station William Harwood 2 hrs ago The latest numbers on COVID-19 in Canada for Saturday, May 1, 2021 Analysis: 'The honeymoon is over': Biden face tougher tasks ahead as… Four astronauts aboard the International Space Station readied their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule for undocking Saturday night, setting up a fiery plunge to a pre-dawn splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday to close out the first operational flight of SpaceX's futuristic touch-screen ferry ship.

likely only a concern to an "ancient mariner" who was Captain with a crew ? Of course it likely does not resonate with anyone who did not read a certain novel by Robert Louis Stevenson

Well, Kip, we do hope that Mars maybe or may become as fruitful as the Sahara. The Sahara Desert: Wildlife, Plants, People and Cultures, Interesting Facts - DesertUSA Altogether, the Sahara hosts some 70 species of mammals, 90 species of resident birds, 100 species of reptiles, and numerous species of arthropods (invertebrates that have jointed limbs, segmented bodies and external skeletons). The animals include, for a few examples, Barbary sheep, oryx, anubis baboon, spotted hyena, dama gazelle, common jackal and sand fox; the birds--ostriches, secretary birds, Nubian bustards and various raptors; the reptiles--cobras, chameleons, skinks, various lizards and (where there is sufficient water) crocodiles; and the arthropods--numerous ants, scarab beetles and the "deathstalker" scorpion. The wildlife is concentrated primarily along the less severe northern and southern margins and near desert water sources. Read more: https://www.desertusa.com/du_sahara_life.html#ixzz6tdRuSJif

A positive COVID-19 test allows travellers to skirt hotel stay: CBSA officerHannah Jackson 4 hrs ago A Canadian Border Services officer is ringing the alarm bells over one of the country’s COVID-19 measures at the border which they say could be allowing cases of the virus to be imported into Canada. In February, the federal government announced new, more stringent rules for travellers: anyone entering Canada via airplane has to stay in a government-approved accommodation (GAA) – referred to as ‘COVID hotels’ – for three days and must provide a negative COVID-19 test taken 72-hours before departure. Read more: COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU admissions growing for younger Canadians amid 3rd wave Another option for passengers, however, is to provide a positive COVID-19 test taken 14 to 90 days before the aircraft’s departure. “When there’s changes or new loopholes or exemptions that can be exploited, it takes a bit of time for people to learn about it and learn what to do,” a CBSA officer said. The CBSA officer, whose identity Global News has agreed not to share, expressed concerns that this rule is how Canada could be importing a number of COVID-19 cases into the country. “So we hadn’t been seeing really any -- I don’t remember seeing any positive tests -- and then when that exemption was kind of known about… then we started noticing people carrying a positive test.” If a traveller chooses to do the latter, the Health Canada website states that person may “go directly to your place of quarantine and remain there for the full 14-day quarantine period.” This means those travellers are not required to stay at one of the GAAs, and are therefore not subject to the same scrutiny as those who are forced to stay at the hotels. Video: Trudeau says passengers arriving on non-direct flights from India will have to provide negative test before departure In April, the officer said they saw around two to five positive tests from travellers a day, which exempts the person from a stay at one of GAAs. “I don’t think there’s anyone I’ve worked with that hasn’t received a positive test from someone at some point,” they added. In an email to Global News, Anne Genier, a spokesperson for Health Canada said the exemption “addresses the potential for residual positive tests given that individuals can continue to test positive up to three months after they have recovered and are no longer infectious.” “From February 22 to April 28, 2021, a total of 331 travellers have provided proof of a previous positive molecular test taken between 14 and 90 days before departure,” the email read. Asked whether the agency is concerned that this rule could allow travellers to skirt the rules, Genier said if an air operator suspects someone is providing “false or misleading information with respect to their COVID-19 molecular test, they must report the traveller’s name and flight information to the Minister of Transport as soon as feasible.” She added that any traveller who provides false or misleading information about their health during screening “could be subject to a penalty of up to $5,000 under the Aeronautics Act.” But, the CBSA officer said verifying that these positive tests are legitimate is difficult. “There’s no standard because every clinic that’s issuing a test has a different format,” they said. CBSA officers try to verify the name, the date, and the test’s result, looking for any obvious errors, but beyond that, verification is nearly impossible, this officer said. “We’re not in charge of the investigation side of these tests, nor the determination of their validity,” they said. “Those concerns are flagged for public health.” Read more: Air travel to Canada drops a month after feds implement COVID-19 quarantine hotels Asked how officials confirm a test presented by a traveller is legitimate, Jacqueline Callin, a spokesperson for CBSA confirmed officers “have the authority to review, challenge and confirm travellers’ statements and direct them to a quarantine officer.” “(Officers) are trained in examination techniques and use indicators, intelligence, and other information to determine a person’s admissibility to Canada,” Callin wrote. “This includes confirming the documentation required to be found admissible is valid and authentic.” Callin added, though, “where questions arise with regards to a travellers’ quarantine plan, health status or molecular test documentation, CBSA border services officers refer the traveller to a Public Health Agency of Canada Quarantine officer who will make a determination on the next steps.” "It is important to note that the CBSA does not issue fines in the enforcement of the Quarantine Act requirements; the decision on whether to pursue any enforcement action related to the public health orders rests with PHAC and/or the police of jurisdiction," the email read. Between Jan. 7, 2021 and April 22, 2021, the agency intercepted 14 “suspected fraudulent test result documents at airports of entry," Calin said. However, the CBSA was unable to confirm how many of those were suspected fraudulent positive COVID-19 tests. Time to shut down all travel? Colin Furness, an infection control epidemiologist and assistant professor at the University of Toronto, said allowing those who present a positive test 14-90 days before their date of travel to skip the COVID-19 hotels is “extremely foolish.” He said anyone with Photoshop could doctor a document to say they have previously had COVID-19. “So you’re just inviting people to do that,” he said. “Moreover, the presuming variant certainly seems to be very adept at re-infecting, so the fact that someone’s had COVID shouldn’t give them a free pass.” At the least, all people who enter Canada should be subject to a 14-day stay at a quarantine facility, Furness said, regardless of the COVID-19 test they provide at the airport. Read more: Despite more testing, less travel needed to stem COVID-19 spread at land border: expert What Canada really needs to do is “stop travel” altogether, Furness said. “It’s a really simple thing.” Furness said only Canadian citizens and really essential workers should be allowed to fly into the country, and then should be subject to a mandatory, 14-day quarantine at a supervised facility. “We’d have plenty of space for them if we had fewer travellers,” he said. The CBSA officer agreed, saying Canada needs to close this exemption, adding that anyone entering Canada should have to stay at one of the GAA COVID-19 hotels. “I work at a border that's closed, but I'm busy,” they said. “So that's a concern.” While the number of people entering Canada has fallen dramatically compared to pre-COVID times, many people are still choosing to travel. Last year saw an 87.5 per cent decrease in the number of travellers entering Canada compared to 2019, according to CBSA data. However, the latest data released by the agency said between March 22, 2020, and April 11, 2021, a total of 11,983,716 people had travelled into the country. Of those, 2,768,055 travellers have entered Canada via airplane. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reiterated that "now is not the time to travel." Trudeau said, "the only people travelling across our border in any way right now are either permanent citizens or Canadians returning home, essential workers and a limited number of exceptional cases." Trudeau said his government is "following very closely" the data collected at the border, saying so far there has been an "extremely low and manageable number of cases." He added, though, that his government is "always looking at doing more enforcement and stepping up on the penalties" at the border. "And we will continue to work with the provinces on that," he said. Trudeau pointed to the use of rapid COVID-19 tests at airports, saying there are millions of tests available that are being underutilized. Data supplied to the Canadian Press by PHAC show that more than 2,000 people returning to Canada since the federal government brought in the hotel quarantines have tested positive for COVID-19. More than a quarter of them were infected with one of the new, more transmissible variants of concern (VOC). The numbers showed that between Feb. 22 and April 22, 557 international air travellers tested positive for o

Mars Ingenuity helicopter given new scouting mission by AFP Staff Writers Washington (AFP) April 30, 2021 NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter (above center to the right) is viewed by one of the hazard cameras aboard the Perseverance rover during the helicopter�s fourth flight on April 30, 2021. After proving powered, controlled flight is possible on the Red Planet, NASA's Mars Ingenuity helicopter has new orders: scout ahead of the Perseverance rover to assist in its search for past signs of microbial life. The next phase extends the rotocraft's mission beyond the original month-long technology demonstration. Now, the goal is to assess how well flyers can help future exploration of Mars and other worlds. "We're going to gather information on the operational support capability of the helicopter while Perseverance focuses on its science mission," Lori Glaze, director of NASA's Planetary Science Division, told reporters Friday. The type of reconnaissance that Ingenuity performs could one day also prove useful to human missions, by scoping out the best paths for explorers to traverse, and reaching locations that aren't otherwise possible. The four pound (1.8 kilogram) mini chopper successfully performed the fourth of its five originally planned flights on Friday, "going farther & faster than ever before," NASA tweeted. The fifth is planned in the coming days, then its mission will be extended, initially by one Martian month. Whether it continues beyond that will depend on if it's still in good shape and if it's helping, rather than hindering, the rover's goals of collecting soil and rock samples for future lab analysis on Earth. Chief engineer Bob Balaram predicted a limiting factor will be its ability to withstand the frigid Mars nights, where temperatures plunge to -130 degrees Fahrenheit (-90 degrees Celsius). Ingenuity keeps warm with a solar-powered heater, but it was only designed to last for a month and engineers aren't sure "how many freeze and thaw cycles (it) can go through before something breaks," he said. NASA initially thought Perseverance would be driving away from the site where it landed at the Jezero Crater on February 18, just north of the planet's equator. That would have meant the rover leaving Ingenuity behind and moving beyond communications range. Now though, the agency wants to keep Perseverance in the area for some time after finding a rocky outcrop that they believe contains some of the oldest material on the crater floor. They hope to collect their first sample in July. Ingenuity's exploits have captured the public's imagination since it made its first flight on April 19, but NASA said this wasn't a factor in its decision to allow the two robots to keep exploring Mars together. "We really wish to spend a considerable amount of time where we are and so it's sort of a fortuitous alignment," said Perseverance project scientist Ken Farley.

Flair Airlines expanding in Kitchener-Waterloo, hiring flight attendants 1 May 2021Canadian Aviation News From Kitchener Today – link to source story There are currently 24 positions available By: Erin Anderson | 29 April 2021 Flair Airlines Supplied photo Flair Airlines is growing its base in Kitchener-Waterloo. It’s expanding its workforce by hiring 48 flight attendants. Half of the positions have already been filled, meaning there are still 24 job openings. Flair Airlines operates out of the Region of Waterloo International Airport. If you’re interested in applying to become a flight attendant, you can learn more by clicking here. Flair Airlines, Region of Waterloo (Kitchener) YKFFlair Airlines, Region of Waterloo (Kitchener) YKF Flair Airlines to start service in Waterloo Region this weekend 1 May 2021Canadian Aviation News From CTV News – link to source story Katherine Hill, CTVNewsKitchener.ca Digital Content Producer | Friday, April 30, 2021 A Flair Airlines plane arrives at the Region of Waterloo International Airport (Dan Lauckner / CTV News Kitchener) KITCHENER — Flair Airlines will start offering service to the Region of Waterloo International Airport on Saturday. The company tweeted a photo of one of its airplanes arriving at the airport on Friday afternoon. Flair Airlines announced plans to offer service at the airport in February. There will be non-stop flights to Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Halifax multiple times a week.

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An update: Stratolaunch Roc Plane the Size of a Football Field Takes Longest Flight Ed Browne 6 hrs ago Private aerospace firm Stratolaunch conducted a second test flight of its hulking Roc carrier jet on Thursday. Footage of takeoff was posted online by the company's official Twitter account, and can be seen below. The bizarre-looking plane has the largest wingspan of any aircraft ever. Its recognizable design features two fuselages, giving Roc the appearance of two normal-sized jets joined together at the wing. Roc's total wingspan is 384 feet—much longer than that of the Airbus A380, the world's biggest passenger jet, which has a wingspan of around 262 feet. It also dwarfs the wingspan of the enormous Antonov An-225 transport aircraft, touted as the biggest military transport aircraft in the world by Military Today. That has a wingspan of 290 feet. Put another way, the Roc's wingspan is longer than an NFL football field, which measures 360 feet, end to end. If the Roc was put on its side so that the wings were vertical, the plane would be nearly as tall as the Great Pyramid of Giza. Roc is powered by six Boeing 747 engines that allow it to carry more than 1,300,000 lb of weight at takeoff. Its center wing can support up to 500,000 lb. It is designed to carry other aircraft into the air and then release them for a mid-air launch. Stratolaunch was founded in 2011 by the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. At the time, Allen envisioned Roc as a plane that would be able to launch satellites into space from mid-air. However, Stratolaunch changed hands in 2019, and Roc has been repurposed to carry hypersonic vehicles—or vehicles that can travel more than five times the speed of sound. Hypersonic technology is something the U.S. military has shown interest in, and Stratolaunch could help with U.S. defense development in that area, the company says. David Millman, chief technology officer for Stratolaunch, told Geekwire: "That's exactly one of the areas that we're looking at: how can we help the Department of Defense in mitigating risks for all their extensive flight testing." Alongside Roc, Stratolaunch is also developing Talon-A, a testbed for hypersonic research and experiments. In an October 2020 press release, technology company Draper, which has partnered with Stratolaunch, said Talon-A "is designed for use by government, including the Department of Defense, the commercial sector and academia, which will contract for payload capacity for space or earth applications." Thursday's flight saw Roc take off from the Mojave Air and Space Port in California at 10:28 a.m. EDT. It reached an altitude of 14,000 feet and a top speed of just under 200 mph, according to Space.com. It flew for more than three hours. Roc made its first ever flight in April 2019 from the same spaceport.

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Looks like you might be lucky, at least if yours qualifies: Transat offers refunds for travel credits issued due to COVID-19 29 April 2021Canadian Aviation News MONTREAL, April 29, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ – Transat is pleased to announce that a funding agreement with the Canada Enterprise Emergency Funding Corporation (CEEFC) now allows it to offer refunds to travellers who were issued a travel credit due to COVID-19 for a trip scheduled to start on or after February 1, 2020. This policy applies to flights and packages booked by April 29, 2021. Going forward, should Transat make changes to its flight program, affected customers would also be eligible for a refund. “We’ve been impatiently waiting for this moment, and we know our customers have been, too,” says Annick Guérard, Chief Operating Officer of Transat. “Now that a funding agreement has been reached and the eligibility criteria have been established by the Government of Canada, we are delighted to be able to provide our customers with this long-awaited aid.” Among the parameters set by government authorities, those who have a travel credit must submit their refund request to Transat by August 26, 2021. This is why they are invited to complete the request form available at airtransat.com/refunds as soon as possible. If they originally booked with a travel agent or online travel agency, they should contact them directly. “Travel agents have shown unwavering resilience and support since the crisis began,” adds Guérard. “That’s why we’re pleased to confirm that commissions earned by agents will not be recalled if their customers opt for a refund.” Customers and travel agents are invited to visit airtransat.com/refunds to consult our frequently asked questions or learn about the refund eligibility criteria. How to apply for a refund from Transat for a cancelled or changed flight The Canadian PressStaff Contact Published Thursday, April 29, 2021 1:36PM EDT Transat receives $700M loan from federal government NOW PLAYING SHARE: Reddit Share TORONTO -- Travel company Transat AT Inc. says reimbursement for customers who have paid for flights that were scheduled to leave on or after Feb. 1, 2020 will begin immediately, following the announcement of a $700-million loan from the federal government. Nearly half of the funding will be used to provide reimbursements to travellers, the airline said. Transat says refund eligibility criteria is available online at airtransat.com/refunds. Related Stories Transat AT reaches $700-million aid deal with federal government Government docs suggest months of inaction on 'gap' in passenger refund rules Transat AT shares plunge in first trading after Air Canada pulls plug on takeover Related Links Transat's form to request a refund Here's a look at how to request refunds. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND? Transat says eligible customers include those who have a travel credit, departure scheduled for February 1, 2020 or later, booking made before April 29, 2021, did not transfer their travel credit nor received transferred travel credit, did not submit a claim to insurance company and whose booking is not subject to an active chargeback claim or has not already been refunded by a credit card provider. HOW CAN REFUNDS BE REQUESTED? Refund requests can be submitted using Transat's online form as soon as possible. The form is available at https://www.airtransat.com/en-CA/refunds. HOW SOON WILL REFUNDS BE RECEIVED? Transat says processing times may take up to three months due to the high volume of requests. It says requests will be treated in the order in which they are received. WHEN IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUESTS? Refund requests must be submitted using Transat's online form by August 26, 2021. Transat says customers who don't submit their request by this time will not get a refund. It says their travel credit will remain on file and will be available when making a new booking. WHAT IF I BOOKED WITH A TRAVEL AGENCY OR THIRD PARTY? Transat says if you originally booked with a travel agency or third party, contact them so they can submit a request on your behalf. If you can't reach your travel agency or they're closed, fill out a refund analysis form and submit it by August 26, 2021. WHAT ABOUT THOSE WHO DON'T WANT A REFUND? Transat says if you want to keep your travel credit, no action is required. The credit will remain on your file with the same conditions and will be available when making a new booking. You cannot request a partial refund because travel credit cannot be split up. This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 29, 2 About Transat

China launches key module of new space station Tianhe forms the main living quarters for 3 crew members, will last at least 10 years Thomson Reuters · Posted: Apr 29, 2021 8:46 AM ET | Last Updated: 2 hours ago In this photo released by China's Xinhua News Agency, a Long March 5B rocket carrying the core module for a Chinese space station lifts off from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in Wenchang, in southern China's Hainan province, on Thursday. (Jin Liwang/Xinhua/The Associated Press) China launched an unmanned module on Thursday containing what will become living quarters for three crew on a permanent space station that it plans to complete by the end of 2022, state media reported. The module, named "Tianhe," or "Harmony of the Heavens," was launched on the Long March 5B, China's largest carrier rocket, at 11:23 a.m. local time (0323 GMT) from the Wenchang Space Launch Centre on the southern island of Hainan. Minutes after the launch, the fairing opened to expose the Tianhe atop the core stage of the rocket, with the characters for "China Manned Space" emblazoned on its exterior. Soon after, it separated from the rocket, which will orbit for about a week before falling to Earth, and minutes after that, opened its solar arrays to provide a steady energy source. Tianhe is one of three main components of what would be China's first self-developed space station, rivalling the only other station in service — the International Space Station (ISS). The ISS is backed by the United States, Russia, Europe, Japan and Canada. China was barred from participating by the United States. In this image taken from undated video footage run by China's CCTV via AP Video, a rendering of a module of a Chinese space station is shown. China launched the core module on Thursday for its first permanent space station that will host astronauts over the long term. (CCTV/AP Video) "(Tianhe) is an important pilot project in the building of a powerful nation in both technology and in space," state media quoted President Xi Jinping as saying in a congratulatory speech. Tianhe forms the main living quarters for three crew members in the Chinese space station, which will have a lifespan of at least 10 years. 10 more modules, 4 manned spacecraft The Tianhe launch was the first of 11 missions needed to complete the space station, which will orbit Earth at an altitude of 340 to 450 kilometres. In the later missions, China will launch the two other core modules, four manned spacecraft and four cargo spacecraft. Work on the space station program began a decade ago with the launch of a space lab Tiangong-1 in 2011, and later, Tiangong-2 in 2016. Both helped China test the program's space rendezvous and docking capabilities. China aims to become a major space power by 2030. It has ramped up its space program with visits to the moon, the launch of an uncrewed probe to Mars and the construction of its own space station. Rocket launches could be affecting our ozone layer, say experts Here's what to look forward to in space for 2021 In contrast, the fate of the aging ISS — in orbit for more than two decades — remains uncertain. The project is set to expire in 2024, barring funding from its partners. Russia said this month that it would quit the project from 2025. Russia is deepening ties with China in space as tensions with Washington rise. Moscow has slammed the U.S.-led Artemis moon exploration program and instead chosen to join Beijing in setting up a lunar research outpost in the coming years.

Transat close to reaching aid deal with Ottawa, sources say

Just proves that as events change, time does not stand still.

Sunwing announces winter flight schedule from regional gateways across Atlantic Canada 27 April 2021Canadian Aviation News Tour operator to offer weekly flights from Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, St. John’s, Deer Lake and Gander TORONTO, April 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sunwing is making it easier for residents of Atlantic Canada to head back to the tropics this winter, with convenient weekly flights from regional gateways across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. Residents of Halifax, Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, St. John’s, Deer Lake and Gander can make their much-anticipated return to paradise with vacation packages to some of the most popular destinations across the Caribbean and Mexico. Flights will begin in January 2022 and run weekly until May 2022. “We’re thrilled to be returning to Atlantic Canada for another winter season,” commented Andrew Dawson, President of Tour Operations for Sunwing Travel Group. “After a difficult year, we’re sure that Canadians will be eager to return to paradise and enjoy some much-needed rest and relaxation. We’re excited to be able to help them enjoy a frictionless vacation experience with convenient flights from local gateways across the region.” Residents of Atlantic Canada will be able to choose from a range of vacation packages designed for every travel style and budget. Sun-seekers can Vacation Like a Star™ at the newly-opened Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Cancun and the first-ever Planet Hollywood Adult Scene Cancun, featuring entertainment-themed facilities and authentic Hollywood memorabilia around the resort. Those looking to make the most of their vacation budget can enjoy exclusive RIU®-topia inclusions at Canadian-favourite chain RIU Hotels & Resorts, including the recently renovated Riu Montego Bay. Plus, travellers who book by April 30, 2021 for travel between November 1, 2021 and April 30, 2022 can enjoy flexible booking options with the ability to change their plans with ease and save up to $1,000 per couple during the tour operator’s Freedom 21/22 Sale. The flight schedule from Halifax, NS will be as follows: Between Halifax and Cancun, Sundays from January 16, 2022 until May 8, 2022 Between Halifax and Montego Bay, Mondays from January 17, 2022 until May 9, 2022 Between Halifax and Puerto Plata, Tuesdays from January 18, 2022 until May 10, 2022 Between Halifax and Punta Cana, Fridays from January 14, 2022 until May 6, 2022 Between Halifax and Cayo Coco, Wednesdays from January 12, 2022 until May 11, 2022 Between Halifax and Cayo Santa Maria, Thursdays from January 13, 2022 until May 5, 2022 Between Halifax and Holguin, Sundays from January 16, 2022 until May 8, 2022 Between Halifax and Varadero, Thursdays and Saturdays from January 13, 2022 until May 7, 2022 The flight schedule from Moncton, NB will be as follows: Between Moncton and Cancun, Thursdays from February 10, 2022 until May 5, 2022 Between Moncton and Montego Bay, Sundays from February 13, 2022 until May 8, 2022 Between Moncton and Puerto Plata, Fridays from February 11, 2022 until May 6, 2022 Between Moncton and Punta Cana, Saturdays from February 12, 2022 until May 7, 2022 Between Moncton and Varadero, Fridays from February 11, 2022 until May 6, 2022 The flight schedule from Saint John, NB will be as follows: Between Saint John and Varadero, Saturdays from February 5, 2022 until May 7, 2022 The flight schedule from Fredericton, NB will be as follows: Between Fredericton and Cancun, Mondays from February 14, 2022 until May 9, 2022 Between Fredericton and Punta Cana, Wednesdays from February 9, 2022 until May 4, 2022 Between Fredericton and Cayo Coco, Tuesdays from February 15, 2022 until May 10, 2022 The flight schedule from St. John’s, NL will be as follows: Between St. John’s and Cayo Coco, Thursdays from March 10, 2022 until May 12, 2022 Between St. John’s and Varadero, Saturdays from March 12, 2022 until May 14, 2022 Between St. John’s and Cancun, Fridays from March 11, 2022 until May 13, 2022 Between St. John’s and Montego Bay, Sundays from March 13, 2022 until May 15, 2022 Between St. John’s and Punta Cana, Mondays from March 14, 2022 until May 9, 2022 The flight schedule from Deer Lake and Gander, NL will be as follows: Between Deer Lake/Gander and Varadero, Tuesdays from March 15, 2022 until May 10, 2022 Between Deer Lake/Gander and Punta Cana, Wednesdays from March 16, 2022 until May 11, 2022 Vacationers can return to these Canadian-favourite destinations and travel with peace of mind knowing that the highest Canadian standards are in place throughout their entire vacation experience with the Safe with Sunwing commitment, created under the advisement of global healthcare leader Medcan.

Here you go but your friend may be lacking the necessary attributes. ? The transformation of water into wine at the Marriage at Cana or Wedding at Cana is the first miracle attributed to Jesus in the Gospel of John.

zero emissions once built but I do wonder how many emissions to build it? (materials etc). Of course though this is only a concept so it will be interesting to see if it actually is built and performs as suggested. Bye Aerospace Develops 8-Seat eFlyer 800 Electric Aircraft (insideevs.com)

That is a recent change.... Florida issues new Covid-19 vaccine residency rules to cut down on 'vaccine tourism' - CNN (CNN)Florida issued new health guidelines Thursday in an attempt to cut down on "vaccine tourism," requiring that Covid-19 vaccines be given only to permanent and seasonal residents. State Surgeon General Dr. Scott Rivkees signed a Public Health Advisory prioritizing Florida residents for the vaccines, days after Gov. Ron DeSantis said publicly that the shots should be reserved for part-time or full-time residents of the Sunshine State.

I understand that may be the case but seems that this is based on limited experience with people who have had their 2nd shots..... I wonder if the window will expand once more history is available. How long does coronavirus vaccine provide immunity? - The Washington Post

April 25, 20218:12 AM MDT Americas Canadians avoiding hotel quarantines for air travellers fuel taxi boom on U.S. border Reuters By Allison Lampert and Anna Mehler Paperny Reuters - U.S. taxi and limousine services are seeing a boom in business from customers seeking to enter Canada by land to avoid a restriction on international travel that applies only to air traffic. While both Canadian land and air travellers are required to take a test within three days of departure, and again on arrival, only those flying to Canada must spend up to three days of the country's 14-day required quarantine period in a hotel. That has led to a surge of calls for taxi and limousine services from Canadians who fly through U.S. airports in states like New York and then cross over the land border, representatives of four companies told Reuters. "They call from six in the morning to 12 at night," John Arnet, general manager of 716 Limousine in Buffalo, N.Y. said. "We've had so many requests for border crossings that we're turning them down." The company now does more business driving Canadians to their homes in Ontario than with U.S. clients. A taxi trip across the border can cost around $200 or $250 compared with a three-day hotel stay of more than C$1,200 ($961), Canadian travel insurance broker Martin Firestone said. With the Canada-U.S. land border mostly closed for more than a year due to the pandemic, and overall tourism down, the recent surge in business has come as a relief to some struggling taxi operators. Nick Boccio, general manager of Buffalo Limousines, said the Canadian clientele has helped the company bring back chauffeurs. On Friday, Boccio said the company gave nine different rides to Canadian passengers on just one flight from Florida. Canada has imposed tough restrictions since the start of the pandemic, including a ban on most foreigners from entering the country. Canadians can fly out of the country and return either by land or air. But concerns are mounting due to a surge in virus variants, with the once temporary hotel quarantine now mandatory for air travelers through late May, and a ban introduced this week on direct flights from India and Pakistan. WILL THE BOOM LAST? Firestone said some of his clients who spent the winter in Florida are returning by land to avoid hotels. Some get rides; others who usually get their cars shipped are driving them north. "Every single limousine company has got on the bandwagon," Firestone said. Some Canadians ask to be driven home, while others take rides to the border, cross on foot and get another ride in Canada, drivers said. Non-commercial land border crossings were 60% higher during one week at the end of March and beginning of April than in the same week in 2020, according to data from the Canada Border Services Agency. Air travel for that same week, meanwhile, increased 18.8%. The discrepancy between the rules at the land border and by air is a sore point for Canada's hard-hit carriers. (Full Story) Unlike land travelers who can choose where to quarantine, air passengers who test positive at a hotel must self-isolate at a government-mandated facility. According to Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) data for Feb. 22 through March 25, 1.5% of air passengers to the country tested positive for the virus on arrival compared with 0.3% of land travellers. The boom for U.S. taxis could soon be muted as premiers from Canada's two most populous provinces, Quebec and Ontario, have urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to take further action at the land border. Tighter requirements might help, such as a mandatory hotel stay for those entering Canada at certain land crossings, said Customs and Immigration Union president Jean-Pierre Fortin, but would be logistically challenging given the vast border. “It would be very hard to enforce without having clear places for them to go.” ((Reporting By Allison Lampert in Montreal and Anna Mehler Paperny in Toronto; Editing by Denny Thomas and David Gregorio))