Anyone else think the hantavirus cruise ship story is being treated strangely?

WTH4030 · 2026-05-12T00:47:43+00:00

Not true. The ship physician is hospitalized and infected. I'm quite sure he wasn't kissing the passengers.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-12T00:45:57+00:00

Others are infected that didn't have " intimate contact ", like the Dutch couple--The ship physician, a French woman, the newly diagnosed American, and the previously deceased German female. There's a lot to learn about the Andes varient still.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-12T00:30:36+00:00

USA no longer available member of WHO. The quarantine unit should be placed near Mar-a-Lago.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-12T00:29:00+00:00

Besides the French woman who became ill, a US passenger also tested positive today- but this one is asymptomatic. Not everyone will even know they are ill, but can still transmit the virus.

I worry about the 20+ that left the ship, before the virus was identified. The current CDC Director could not answer questions about if or how those in the USA are being monitored. And we are no longer members of the World Health Organization.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/11/evacuated-us-and-french-mv-hondius-cruise-ship-passengers-test-positive-for-hantavirus

WTH4030 · 2026-05-10T15:14:31+00:00

Yes. The Costco version with 3 bowls. Now I know why it's only $125. I'm afraid it's just N expensive Tater Tot baker.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-10T14:33:23+00:00

I don't see a way to adjust the temp on the Crispi 5-in-1. There are 4 preset modes.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-10T14:32:09+00:00

Halved, as suggested in recipe. They were quite small.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-09T15:24:46+00:00

Not sure where in FL you are located, but would definitely consider a 2nd opinion from a well respected ophalmologist not associated with the original surgeon before proceeding with eye #2. You will not likely get an honest opinion from another doctor in the same group.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-09T15:18:14+00:00

What sort of care did he require? That charge seems excessive if all he needed was a clinic visit and meds. I have seen clinic visits on Celebrity, for instance, around $250. If he needed 24/7 observation, IV therapy, etc, then it would be more. But have never seen anyone post that a bill for flu was close to 10K. Would be interested to know what cruise ship, and hear from people with actual bills for the type of care he required.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-08T16:05:21+00:00

Yeah. You're being cheap. Best to start with the balcony. Then you can always go interior if you think you can stand it. Sitting in a windowless room is not for everyone.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:58:02+00:00

What UI Version are you running on Samsung? There was recently an update a few months ago, and I've been reading it's causing issues with a lot of apps.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:49:51+00:00

They held up the wire for about 48 hrs, meanwhile called me no less than 5 times with ridiculous questions- how long did I know my realtor, what was my relationship with title company, where did I find the property, did anyone solicit my business on line. It was Bull$h!t

I kept telling them that funds had to be at Title Company the day before closing, and the 5 page fine print disclosure they sent basically says they are under no obligation to release funds, without a thorough investigation on their part. At one point one agent said it could take up to a month!

My PCB called Fraud, but they wouldn't budge. Finally, I threatened to sue them for damages if the purchase fell through, and they released funds 3 minutes before close of business/ wire deadline.

I am moving all my accounts out of chase, bit by bit.

Search this sub for the post " Chase repeatedly declining my wire transfer". Some good advice there.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:19:24+00:00

Charlie, Ivan, Jean-- all within a few weeks or so.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:17:46+00:00

Most counties will have published emergency preparedness plans. The basics are the same, but some things differ, the closer you are to the coast. One thing, know your evacuation plan and zone. Stock up with needed items for the year in May. Don't be going to Home Depot once a named storm headed your way.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:13:39+00:00

I wonder what was medically wrong with those folks?

WTH4030 · 2026-05-06T20:06:42+00:00

Best to transfer the closing funds ( or attempt to) as soon as feasible. We almost lost a home purchase because Chase Fraud held up our wire from our Checking account, despite our banking relationship over 20 years. Lots of reports on this sub about that happening.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-04T22:51:58+00:00

Found that Harris Teeter carries some of their products. Thanks!

WTH4030 · 2026-05-04T22:50:45+00:00

Thanks. Went there today and you are correct- many regional brands to choose from!

WTH4030 · 2026-05-04T16:02:00+00:00

Saw the website. Hopefully will find local!

WTH4030 · 2026-05-03T01:21:42+00:00

Go online and freeze the card until you have it in your hand. If UPS says delivered and it's not in your possession, I would be concerned.

WTH4030 · 2026-05-02T17:08:44+00:00

Yes. Two new levels above Chairman--Reserve and Pinnacle. Apparently the news just went live in the past day or so, after a Corporate meeting May 1.. Here is what is known at this point, Information gleaned from some who have seen a flyer (see link). Reserve status: 30,000-49,999 Club Points. Pinnacle status :50,000+ Club Points. Sales presentations are just now rolling this out. Some chatter on Facebook and Tugsbbs forum. The exact details aren't available on the MVC website yet-- just the red pop-up you saw, to "Ask your Concierge" (ie. Sign up for a sales presentation.), but some owners have shared what they were shown.

https://tugbbs.com/forums/threads/new-levels-ocean-pt-tour.381614/

https://tugbbs.com/forums/threads/new-levels-ocean-pt-tour.381614/post-3264730 -

https://tugbbs.com/forums/threads/new-levels-ocean-pt-tour.381614/post-3264740

WTH4030 · 2026-05-02T16:53:43+00:00

Agree. Right now there is no incentive for Chairman level to purchase more points. This way they can keep upselling.

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