In recent days, the Red Sea has become like the mall during the holidays: A place better kept at a safe distance.

Like each and every one of us who got used to working in our pyjamas, Zoom has had a rude post-Covid awakening.

Forget champagne fountains or a private DJ set from David Guetta. Your office holiday party this year is more likely to be a not-so-boozy potluck, a pickleball match, or some virtual trivia.

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