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At last! Seems they have finally found the way to stop the spread of Covid-19. Trump today announced that "'if we stop testing right now, we'd have very few cases' So it was all those tests that have been causing it. Who knew that the source of the virus was right in front of us all along.

"I am not sure how much of a cofactor colder weather is. People are mostly indoors and most infections occur indoors as well. it might increase the susceptibility of the respiratory system but then on the other hand, the epidemic has been raging pretty well in warmer climates as well (Italy, Spain, Brazil etc)." Well if the flu is any indicator, look what happens late fall, early winter. Will this spread like the flu?

This whole Covid situation is a learning process and while the demonstrations are unfortunate coming at this time, if nothing else it should be a learning experience and provide more knowledge about the spread of the disease. It is just a darn good thing this isn't happening later in the year when we can probably expect another wave.

To date total deaths in the US from COVID19 = 110,000 Total US population: 328 million To date total deaths in the world = 389,000 Total world population = 7.6 billion So with 4% of the world population the US accounts for nearly 30% of Covid deaths. These numbers seem to speak for themselves.

Based on your criticism of the President and how he handled the virus you must be losing your mind watching all of these mass protests. Remember when he wouldnt send masks to Canada? Seeing these mass protests with thousands huddled together must be driving you nuts! Not sure what point you are trying to make? What is has the fact that Trump attempted to steal Canadian owned masks got to do with the protests? I simply posed the question: Should we expect a spike in COVID in a couple of weeks or will the warmer weather have an effect? I also note that many of the protestors were wearing masks, so might this combined with the warmer weather reduce the potential spread of the virus?

It is rather ironic that if you intend to break the law, its a great time to wear a mask. Over the next couple of weeks should we expect to see a spike in Covid due to the mass protests? Or will the warmer weather offset the effects of the large gatherings. Predictions?

“We talk about the VOVID-19 in the US a lot, but what is going on in Canada?” Prince Edward Island - Canada’s smallest but most densely populated province. Population: 160,000 Tourist visits yearly: 1,600,000 Locked down: Mid-March. Total cases of COVID-19: 27 Total community spread: 0 Cases due to International travel: 27 Total hospitalized: 0 Total Deaths: 0 Total recovered: 27 Last positive case: April 28 Fine for not self isolating 14 days: 1st offense: $1,000 2nd offense: $2,000 3rd offense: $10,000 Applying U.S. figures would have predicted about 50 deaths. (If my math is correct)

So let’s get down to the nuts and bolts. I would suggest that no one really cares what Fairfax did 10, 20 or 30 years ago. That’s history. We can quote figures portraying Fairfax as a great company, and I believe it has great potential, but the bottom line is that very few appear to agree. In 2016 Fairfax share price was pushing $800 CDN. In fact, it was in that area as recently as June 2018. Two years later the share price can’t seem to reach half that amount. And that is not even factoring in gains the general markets have made in the meantime. This certainly doesn’t seem to indicate much respect for Fairfax’s performance. We may believe it is a great company but few seem to agree. Fairfax used to have a large core of longtime shareholders but it would appear that a lot of those longtime shareholders have simply become fed up with the company’s performance and dumped their shares. The question is: What is Fairfax doing to attract investors, what are they doing to boost the share price? I ask this because I really don’t think Fairfax management gives a damn.

None of us here has a better insight into the value of Torstar than Paul Rivett. If Torstar is such a dud, why would Rivett want to have anything to do with it at the risk of his personal funds? On the other hand if he has a plan to reinvent Torstar, why didn’t he put it in place while Fairfax was still paying him for his expertise?

Thanks for the input Norm, but the optics are not good here with the numbers and the story surrounding Rivett leaving Fairfax. I doubt many shareholders would be impressed with what looks like a ‘sweetheart deal’.

Once again, a new application of the "Fair and Friendly" motto of Fairfax.

“Paul Rivett joins Jordan Bitove in taking Torstar private at $0.63 per share or approx $52 million in total.” “BTW at March 31, 2020 Torstar had more than $78 million in cash on its books and no debt!” Given that we have been mourning the loss of Paul Rivett from Fairfax due to family reasons and now this, in what way does this pass the smell test? Just wondering what I am missing and why this is worthy of congratulations?

One can understand the frustration of some with so much political discourse on this thread. But how do you separate out the political aspect of the fight against COVID-19 when the man in charge of the country has made himself a major part of any discussion on the virus by consistently minimizing its threat? By his ignoring his own health experts? By refusing to wear a mask and setting a poor example for the country? By admitting to taking a drug that health experts warn against and in fact, may deprive people in need that drug? Has not Trump made his politics and his personality a integral part of any discussion on COVID-19. Just a thought.

"Does Elon Musk remind you of Howard Hughes? What an interesting comparison. Yes. As one who has read a fair amount about Hughes' life and followed him in the news during his later years, I would say that there are definitely a lot of similarities.

Its funny, I was thinking of all the crazy risky things I have done in my lifetime. Fast cars, fast boats, skydiving, and other dumb stuff I am too embarrassed to admit. Yet the other day I did one of the most life threatening things ever. I went to the supermarket.

He has probably just been posting out of boredom, now that school is out.

... and “poof”, just like that, Cubsfan rides off into the sunset when he is exposed for the troll he is. Perhaps he will be off to infect another thread for a while now. Anything to avoid having to support his position.

"This is just trolling. You never say anything concrete, contradict any evidence with other evidence. You just assert things and hope nobody notices the tumbleweeds blowing throw the gaps in your logic." Nailed it. Describes Cubsfan to a "T" Now Cubs, if you are so adamant that Trump doesn't have mental issues go back to my last post where I outlined some of his issues and explain where each issue I mentioned doesn't apply. In other words, put up or shut up. "Aside from what some of his followers believe, Trump has serious mental problems. One does not have to do very much research to confirm this. Megalomania - obsession with the exercise of power, especially in the domination of others. Narcissism - A personality disorder characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance Sociopath - someone who has antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). People with ASPD can't understand others' feelings. They'll often break rules or make impulsive decisions without feeling guilty for the harm they cause. Paranoia - A personality disorder which involve odd or eccentric ways of thinking, an unrelenting mistrust and suspicion of others, even when there is no reason to be suspicious. Delusional - Delusions are the main symptom of delusional disorder. They're unshakable beliefs in something that isn't true or based on reality. Persecution complex - An acute irrational fear that other people are plotting one's downfall and that they are responsible for one's failures."

Aside from what some of his followers believe, Trump has serious mental problems. One does not have to do very much research to confirm this. Megalomania - obsession with the exercise of power, especially in the domination of others. Narcissism - A personality disorder characterized by an exaggerated sense of self-importance Sociopath - someone who has antisocial personality disorder (ASPD). People with ASPD can't understand others' feelings. They'll often break rules or make impulsive decisions without feeling guilty for the harm they cause. Paranoia - A personality disorder which involve odd or eccentric ways of thinking, an unrelenting mistrust and suspicion of others, even when there is no reason to be suspicious. Delusional - Delusions are the main symptom of delusional disorder. They're unshakable beliefs in something that isn't true or based on reality. Persecution complex - An acute irrational fear that other people are plotting one's downfall and that they are responsible for one's failures.

"The Democratic playbook does not allow for hiring the "best" people or most qualified, but hiring based on "quotas" and total nonsense." As opposed to Trump hiring his family and buddies?

During WWII there were line ups at the recruiting offices. When the war with Iraq started there were some members of the reserve forces who were crying to get out, “We want out, we never thought we would have to actually go and fight”

Today marked a new record high of COVID-19 cases reported in a day worldwide.

"Can we stop wasting time on someone who can't reason his way out of a paper bag and get back to COVID19." It is hard to ignore the Trump Troll, when he makes so many misinformed statements and ignores all sense and logic. Unfortunately, Trump and his actions has such a major impact on what will happen with with COVID 19 it is hard to separate the two subjects.

Yup. You quote an actor and ignore all the experts that try to tell you the guy is off the rails. Nice. You are delusional if you believe Trump loves America. Trump loves Trump. Period.

No, Cubs was quoting Woods as he was some sort of expert. Great actor, but I don't think he qualifies as an independent expert. And no one here to my knowledge was quoting any of the many actors who don't agree with Trump. Actors are not necessary to quote as there are so many experts available who disagree with Trump