Column 1 – The National

Blame Covid-19
Sorry, have been away for the past three weeks mainly due to this coronavirus which has been causing a lot of headache to many people, disrupting their lives and stretching to the extreme their tolerance and patience. It’s not funny anymore.
Moving tongue
Female doctor trying to take a Covid-19 swab test on colleague’s throat complained that his tongue keeps getting in the way. She eventually decided to take a nasal swab test instead.
Mask issue
It is funny to watch people who forget to lower or remove their masks when eating or drinking, probably thinking that the mask does have a mouth of its own.
NRL theory
Broncos fan is weaving a conspiracy theory that his team, trying to rise from the bottom rung to former glory, was deliberately drawn to meet all the top honchos early this season.
Food for thought
Always follow your heart but remember to take your brain with you.
Top quote
“Unfortunately, misinformation spread via social media and word of mouth has led many Papua New Guineans to believe things that are untrue about the vaccines and many people have said they won’t get vaccinated. But here is the simple truth: Vaccines work.” – US Ambassador Elizabeth McKee (pictured).