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CDC Says COVID-19 Can Spread Further Than 6 Feet Through The Air

On Monday, the nation’s health protection agency announced that contrary to former belief, COVID-19 can spread at distances even greater than six feet, mainly in poorly-ventilated and closed-off spaces. This troubling information reveals that Americans following CDC social distancing guidelines of remaining six feet apart from others for the past six months, may still haven been putting themselves at risk. Some health experts have even accused the CDC of downplaying just how easily the novel virus can spread, saying the public’s best bet is to stay at minimum six feet away from othersand even further, when possible. 

Soon after the first COVID-19 cases were recorded in January, the CDC determined the virus spreads from person to person, mainly through airborne respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. The organization established six feet as a safe distance to maintain between each other, but this news reveals it’s more complicated than that.

“[The virus] is traveling through the air and there is no bright line. You’re not safe beyond 6 feet. You can’t take your mask off at 6 feet,” said Dr. Donald Milton of the University of Maryland School of Public Health.

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A cleaning crew wearing protective clothing takes disinfecting equipment into a nursing home, in Kirkland, Washington – John Moore/Getty Images

An update on the CDC’s website disclosed that recent research has demonstrated that even people who maintained a distance greater than six feet, still got infected. Usually in these instances, it involved activities such as singing or heavy-breathing exercises, which were performed in small or enclosed spaces with poor ventilation. 

The U.S. COVID-19 case count has reached 7.5 million, with the death toll now standing at 210,000 confirmed deaths. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania are among the latest Americans to contract the virus, and although Trump is reportedly doing better and left Walter-Reed National Military Medical Center on Monday, a video taken shortly after his return to the White House depicts him struggling to breathe, making the state of his condition even more unclear to the public. 

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François Marius and Bérénice creates a tender acoustic pop confession with “Billie Jean”

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François Marius’ latest release, “Billie Jean (Acoustic Version),” cuts to the quick and lets raw emotion take over. What you get, ultimately, is a personal pop experience that feels closer to a secret than to either a spoken-word show or a performance. The initial soft strum of an acoustic guitar creates a mood that is soft, sweet, and quietly interesting. It’s a full-throated, backbones-out piece, and every note is screaming its potential. It’s simple but riveting, and it proves that sometimes less is more.

François Marius and Bérénice’s voices sound right together, their voicings intermingle so naturally that they seem accidental or spontaneous, harmonies that emerge from nowhere. The way they speak to one another is very, I mean, they really love each other. That even makes the track seem like a conversation about feelings.

The two artists are clearly close. Romance and Eros are not just ideas, and they inhabit every note that lingers and every minuscule shift in tonality. The harmonies soar effortlessly over the acoustic foundation, a blend of sweetness and strength. It’s a sign of strength and also of a willingness to be hurt.

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“Billie Jean (Acoustic Version)” is stripped of any fancy production or theatrical effects, it wins you over with its frankness and forthrightness. Sandy François Marius’s impersonation is fresh and real, endowed with depth and softness thanks to Bérénice’s presence, which definitely makes everything more perfect. This acoustic performance serves as a stark reminder of the elements that do connect people: the singer, his guitar, and a story from the heart.

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RoHaNa and Morpheus von Dobenhausen paint love in shadows and light “WHEN A BOY LOVES A WOMEN”

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RoHaNa feat. Morpheus von Dobenhausen, in this new release, “When a Boy Loves a Woman,” This track, recorded in winter, has a hint of gothic style that blends emotional restraint with atmospheric elegance. The track is all about RoHaNa’s emotional singing, which fits perfectly with the carefully crafted production. Her voice shows desire, weakness, and dedication without being too loud, letting each note ring out. The result is a sound that affects people on a personal and universal level. There is a sense of innocence that permeates, capturing the delicate nature of love in its purest form.

Morpheus von Dobenhausen is a guest singer who deepens the track’s emotional journey. Their voices work together to make a conversation of feelings that is both clear and mysterious. The song doesn’t go too fast, so the listener can feel the mood and atmosphere as they go through its subtle changes.

“When a Boy Loves a Woman” is unique because it strikes the perfect balance between modern pop and gothic restraint. The result is a soundscape that is both creepy and easy to listen to. It is a moving story about love and devotion, told with grace and quiet strength.

With this first release, RoHaNa confidently joins the scene, thanks to XanadumusiX’s never-ending creative drive, even when things get hard in the winter. This release not only introduces a new artist with significant potential but also showcases a bold artistic direction in which emotion, atmosphere, and story come together to make a lasting impression.

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