An Indian-origin former New York City senior health advisor was fired from his job at SIGA Technologies after he was caught on camera confessing about participating in drug-fuelled sex parties during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr Jay Varma, who was responsible for coordinating the response of the city to the pandemic, was removed from his position as executive vice president and chief medical officer at SIGA Technologies. After his termination, Dr Varma’s hidden camera footage was shared by podcaster Steven Crowder. In the video, Dr Varma was seen boasting about taking part in underground raves and hosting sex parties as the city remained in severe lockdowns. After the termination of Dr Varma, SIGA Technologies on September 23 said, “Pursuant to the terms of his employment agreement, Dr… Source link
Read More »Experiences of addiction and recovery to be shared at special Donegal event
Personal experiences of addiction and recovery are to be shared at a special event in Donegal to mark recovery month. Donegal-based Alcohol Forum Ireland is hosting the event on Friday at the Clanree Hotel in Letterkenny which it describes as “a diverse and inclusive celebration of recovery”. Recover Month is aimed at celebrating the gains made by all those in recovery from addiction. Up to 100 people are booked to attend the event, including members of the Traveller, African, Palestinian and Polish communities in Donegal. Among those attending the event are Senator Eileen Flynn, the first member of the Traveller community to become a member of the Oireachtas; Gary Rutherford, recovery champion and founder of ARC Fitness in Derry; Tolulope Babatunde… Source link
Read More »Eastwood and Forestville Celebrate the Moon Festival Together – Insights Magazine
During the recent Moon Festival on Tuesday, September 17, we, the Eastwood Uniting Church, had a delightful time with our friends from Forestville Uniting Church for a wonderful friendship exchange. About 20 enthusiastic participants from Eastwood, including members from the English class and Community Café, joined the friendly congregation members at Forestville in a joyful program. Rev. Seung Jae Yeon, Lead Minister at Eastwood Uniting Church firstly said, “A big thank you to Rev. Daniel Sanghyeon Nam and the amazing congregation at Forestville for creating such a warm and inviting atmosphere, allowing us all to celebrate the holiday spirit together here in Australia.” This lovely visit was a heartfelt response to last year’s gathering when Forestville members came… Source link
Read More »Automattic Responds to WP Engine’s Cease and Desist with Legal Action – WP Tavern
After the incidents at WordCamp US 2024, WP Engine sent a “cease and desist” letter to Automattic demanding that Automattic and its CEO, Matt Mullenweg, retract and stop making false, harmful, and disparaging statements about WP Engine. Automattic Confirms Legal Action Matt Mullenweg has confirmed that they have officially initiated legal action against WP Engine for the “Unauthorized Use of WordPress Foundation and WooCommerce, Inc. Intellectual Property” and requested them to stop the unauthorized use of trademarks belonging to Automattic & Woo. The document reads, “Our Client owns all intellectual property rights globally in and to the world-famous WOOCOMMERCE and WOO trademarks; and the exclusive commercial rights from the WordPress Foundation to use,… Source link
Read More »Saugus Library hosting Helen Keller show
SAUGUS — The Saugus Public Library, in conjunction with The New Friends of the Saugus Public Library will be hosting actor Sheryl Faye, who will be portraying Helen Keller in “Helen Keller: Champion of the Disabled.” In a release, the library shared that it will be hosting actor Sheryl Faye on Sept. 28 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Faye, who stars in 11 different one-woman shows throughout the United States, will be performing at the library as Helen Keller. The show, a reenactment of Keller’s life from childhood through adulthood, will tell Keller’s story, from learning to read braille, to attending college. “This is one of our most unique, very special programs,” the release stated. The release additionally stated that the program helps to bring a level of understanding to “the… Source link
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