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As Silicon Valley Bank went down the tubes, it wasn't surprising that the loudest mouths in Techworld started demanding that the federal government cover everyone's losses. They were pioneers on the frontier of tech and finance, and as such they acted the way pioneers always do. Myths of the frontiersIt's unfashionable for people in the tech industry to dispute the central role that government-funded infrastructure and academic projects have played in the development of Silicon Valley and the digital age. Shout down into Silicon Valley and you'll hear echoes of this same pioneer myth. They see themselves as heroes not of a Western frontier but of space — the Final one — as refracted by the legendary writers of the Golden Age of Science Fiction.
Choice PrivilegesWells Fargo will soon launch a new co-branded credit card with Choice Privileges, the loyalty program of Choice Hotels. Now, Choice and Wells Fargo are teaming up to launch the new Choice Privileges® Mastercard® this spring. Here's what to know about Wells Fargo's new Choice Privileges credit card, and what its arrival means for those who already have the Barclays Choice credit card. Wells Fargo Choice Privileges Mastercard coming soonThe Choice Privileges® Mastercard® will open to applications by May 1, 2023, and at that time, existing Barclays cardholders will be converted to the new card. Unless you stay at Choice Hotels properties frequently, you'll probably want to give the Choice Privileges® Mastercard® a skip.
Dry cleaning is not only costly for consumers, it's costly to the environment as well. While some industrial dry cleaners are opting for greener chemicals, others are looking to change the whole business model. Presso is an Atlanta-based startup that invented what looks like a vending machine for dry cleaning, but its process is a little different. The process, however, takes only a few minutes and can cost up to 80% less than traditional dry cleaning, depending on the garment. None of the process of even doing logistics inside a dry cleaning facility, none of that exists anymore," said Jain.
How to earn Hilton rewards pointsHilton has two main categories of points: bonus points, which help you earn rewards via special promotions, and elite-qualifying base points. You can do so at the following ratios:HawaiianMiles : 1 HawaiianMile = 1.5 Hilton Honors points: 1 HawaiianMile = 1.5 Hilton Honors points Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: 1 Virgin Atlantic point = 1.5 Hilton Honors pointsEarn Hilton points through your elite statusJoining Hilton Honors can be especially lucrative if you're on the road often. Finally, Lyft and Hilton have teamed up to offer 3x Hilton Honors points on Lyft rides, or 2x Hilton points for shared Lyft rides. Redeem Hilton Honors points for event creditsIt's also possible to redeem your points for events at a Hilton, though this isn't generally considered a good way to maximize your Hilton points value. Here's how much the credits cost:25,000 points = $5050,000 points = $10075,000 points = $150125,000 points = $250250,000 points = $500Exchange Hilton points for airline milesIf you'd rather have airline or rail points, you have the option to transfer Hilton points to partner airlines, though redemption rates vary.
This time round, Charles III hosted the first state visit of his reign and welcomed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to the UK. The South African state visit was Charles’s first big diplomatic test. But this week, the prominence of the Prince and Princess of Wales during the state visit indicated that the couple have been elevated into crucial central roles. PHOTOS OF THE WEEKHere’s a few of our favorite shots from the first state visit King Charles hosted as monarch. Stefan Rousseau/WPA Pool/Getty ImagesThe state visit also allowed UK PM Rishi Sunak the opportunity to welcome Ramaphosa to 10 Downing Street for a bilateral meeting.
From Tuesday, Japan will reinstate visa-free travel to dozens of countries, ending some of world's strictest border controls to slow the spread of COVID-19. Just over half a million visitors have come to Japan so far in 2022, compared with a record 31.8 million in 2019. GHOST TOWNNarita Airport, Japan's biggest international airport some 70 kilometres from Tokyo, remains eerily quiet, with about half of its 260 shops and restaurants shuttered. Whether overseas visitors wear face masks and abide by other common infection controls in Japan is another concern. "From the start of the pandemic until now, we've had just a few foreign guests," said Tokyo innkeeper Sawa.
Japan weighs plan for ban on hotel guests without masks -media
  + stars: | 2022-09-21 | by ( ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +1 min
Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterPeople wearing protective masks amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, stand in front of cross walk in Tokyo, Japan, July 25, 2022. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-HoonTOKYO, Sept 21 (Reuters) - Japan's government is considering allowing hotels to refuse entry to guests who do not wear masks and follow other measures to control infection during an outbreak, Fuji News Network said on Wednesday. read moreRegister now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterThe ruling Liberal Democratic Party is scheduled to debate border easing measures on Thursday. Currently, the wearing of masks is not compulsory in Japan but is strongly recommended indoors and on public transport. Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com RegisterReporting by Rocky Swift; Editing by Raju GopalakrishnanOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
Using travel rewards points, it's possible to get your hotel stays for free. More Information 60,000 Bonus Points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Plus, you can transfer both Chase Ultimate Rewards and Amex Membership Rewards points to Marriott at a 1:1 ratio. Other ways I use credit card rewards for accommodationsAdmittedly, staying in properties affiliated with these major hotel programs leave out a lot of options, such as bed and breakfasts and independent hotels. Thankfully, there are two catch-all programs that allow me to use credit card rewards to stay just about anywhere.
watch nowRecession fears may be looming in Asia-Pacific, but that hasn't stopped companies in India, Australia and Singapore from continuing their hiring spree, according to LinkedIn. All three countries saw an increase in job postings on LinkedIn for jobs in the accommodation sector, such as hotels, motels, casino hotels and bed-and-breakfast inns. According to data collected by LinkedIn, paid job postings for careers in Australia, India and Singapore increased in June compared to a year ago, with the following sectors seeing the most growth:Australia1. Ang noted that the cutback of job postings for Singapore's construction sector was likely due to measures introduced by the government to cool the private and residential property market. Remote job optionsIn both Australia and Singapore, paid job postings that offered remote work options fell.
The Wyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card is one of three Barclays-issued Wyndham Rewards cards, and it's by far the most lucrative. The Wyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card is a small-business credit card, so you shouldn't apply unless you have a small business. Keep in mind when you have the Wyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card (or any other Wyndham card), you'll receive a 10% discount on go free awards. Automatic top-tier elite statusWyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card cardholders receive Diamond status with Wyndham, which is the chain's highest elite tier. For those who stay with Wyndham and like collecting and using Wyndham points, the Wyndham Rewards® Earner Business Card is definitely worth it.
Marriott BonvoyIf you stay with Marriott frequently, the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card is worth considering. Here are nine things to do when you get a Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card to make sure you're getting maximum value from the card. Earn 6 Marriott Bonvoy points for each dollar of eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy™ program. Award can be used for one night (redemption level at or under 85,000 Marriott Bonvoy points) at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy®. Read up on your Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card benefitsThe Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card comes with several travel protections that can come in handy.
The IHG Premier has one of the best returns you’ll find on any credit card for stays at IHG hotels, including Holiday Inns, and the IHG Traveler isn’t far behind. IHG credit card sign-up bonusesThe current sign-up bonus for the IHG Premier is 140,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on the card within the first three months. IHG credit card benefitsBoth IHG credit cards come with the opportunity to earn IHG elite status, but the IHG Premier card has the upper hand by offering card holders complimentary Platinum status. Should you get the IHG Premier or IHG Traveler credit card? Thanks to all its benefits, we recommend the IHG Premier card over the IHG Traveler card.
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