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Some memories stick with you forever. Others follow you around the internet for 28 years. Happy birthday, .
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I’m always amazed by the disconnect between what we see in the news and the reality of the world around us. As my late friend Hans Rosling would say, we must fight the fear instinct that distorts our perspective: b-gat.es/2WvUqqp
It’s great to see India’s leadership in scientific innovation and vaccine manufacturing capability as the world works to end the COVID-19 pandemic
Congratulations on a remarkable win in #IndianElections2019. Your continued commitment to improve health, nutrition, and development will significantly improve lives of many.
One of the benefits of being 65 is that I’m eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. I got my first dose this week, and I feel great. Thank you to all of the scientists, trial participants, regulators, and frontline healthcare workers who got us to this point.
My dad was the “real” Bill Gates. He was everything I try to be and I will miss him every day.
Congratulations to President-Elect Biden and Vice President-Elect Harris. Thank you to the election officials and campaign workers who worked tirelessly to ensure a record number of Americans could cast a ballot and have it counted during such an challenging time for our country.
Congratulations to the Indian government on the first 100 days of . It’s great to see how many people have been reached by the program so far.
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In just first 100 days of #AyushmanBharat, 685000 beneficiaries availed free health care & the number is rising rapidly.
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Happy anniversary, @BillGates! Twenty-five years and three kids later, we’re still laughing this hard.
I feel lucky to have known Stephen Hawking. His work is an inspiring reminder of what human minds are capable of.
The horrifying killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and far too many other Black people—and the protests they sparked—are shining a light on the brutal injustices that Black people experience every day…
I hate mosquitoes. The diseases they spread kill more than half a million people every year. In fact, mosquitoes kill more people in one day than sharks kill in 100 years: b-gat.es/2L6kRNQ #WorldMosquitoDay
Being in New York is always fun – you never know who you’ll run into. It was great meeting you and Namrata!
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Had the pleasure of meeting Mr. @BillGates! One of the greatest visionaries this world has seen... and yet the most humble! Truly an inspiration!!
Thank you for the productive discussions on the steps being taken in Pakistan to eliminate polio. I’m encouraged by the country’s commitment to eradication and am optimistic that if everyone remains vigilant, we can #endpolio.
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Kofi Annan was one of the great peacemakers of our time. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with him on many occasions. I’m sad to learn of his death.
Paul deserved more time in life. He would have made the most of it. I will miss him tremendously.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Thank you for making me into the man I am today.
Nelson Mandela was tireless in his pursuit of equality and justice for all. As we celebrate #Mandela100, let’s resolve to do everything we can to create the world he dreamed of. #MandelaDay
Melinda and I are deeply humbled to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for our foundation’s efforts to create a more equal world.
Everyone knows about Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Tomorrow, I encourage you to join Melinda and me in one of our favorite holiday traditions: #GivingTuesday.
This is one of my favorite infographics. A lot of people underestimate just how much life has improved over the last two centuries: b-gat.es/2S23hlG
My thoughts are with John McCain's family, friends, and colleagues. His passing is a loss for our country.
Congratulations on the national launch of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. This digital health infrastructure will help ensure equitable, accessible healthcare delivery and accelerate progress on India’s health goals.
Congrats, , on winning your 20th Grand Slam. Can’t wait to see your game up close on March 5 at the #MatchforAfrica.
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I look forward to working with the new administration and leaders on both sides in Congress on getting the surging pandemic under control, engaging partners around the world on issues like poverty and climate change, and addressing issues of inequality and opportunity at home.
There’s no question the United States missed the opportunity to get ahead of the novel #coronavirus. But the window for making important decisions hasn’t closed. The choices we and our leaders make now will have an enormous impact. wapo.st/2R4BKho
On #WorldHealthDay — and every day — I want to thank all of the health heroes for their sacrifices and for keeping us safe.
Our work is not possible without dedicated partners & staff around the world. We are happy to accept the Medal of Freedom on their behalf.
. knows a thing or two about inspiring young people. We loved talking to him about how to empower others to change the world.
Humankind has never had a more urgent task than creating broad immunity for coronavirus. It’s going to require a global cooperative effort like the world has never seen. But I know we’ll get it done. There’s simply no alternative.
India has administered 1 billion vaccine doses, a testament to India’s innovation, ability to manufacture at scale, and the efforts of millions of health workers backed by CoWIN. Congratulations b-gat.es/30Uboa1
I’m inspired by Azim Premji’s continued commitment to philanthropy. His latest contribution will make a tremendous impact.
Sanitation is a difficult issue to take on because there are no easy solutions. Tonight we recognized the progress India has made on this issue through its Swachh Bharat program, under the leadership of . b-gat.es/2lyusWH
#RedNoseDay is a week away! Tweet or RT using #RedNose4Kids and our foundation will donate $10 to end child poverty.
The leadership of and the Indian government has played an important role in improving sanitation. Now is the time to build on the success of .
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“The fact that the government’s really shining the light on #sanitation, that’s not very common, it’s not a topic people want to talk about very much.” Mr. @BillGates talking about the work of the #SwachhBharat Mission. bit.ly/2P2Hkht
#SwachhBharatDiwas @BMGFIndia
I was excited to visit Nigeria and meet with and to discuss the country’s development goals. We agreed that Nigeria’s bright future will benefit from further investment in the country’s greatest resource: its people.
I’ve been impressed by governors across the country including , , , , , and the many others who are guiding their communities through this challenge and providing a model for us all to follow.
1/ There’s no denying that 2017 was a really tough year... but it also delivered some amazing moments of hope and progress. Here are some inspiring tweets that you may have missed…
Most people know as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. But his work off the court is also impressive. If you’re a Federer fan, I encourage you to read his recent post about his journey from tennis player to philanthropist.
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I am committed to listening and learning more about systemic racism and what I can do with my actions and words to help create a more equal and just future. Black lives matter.
There are over 100 different coronavirus vaccine candidates in the works. These candidates take a variety of approaches to protecting the body against COVID-19: gatesnot.es/3aYXP8d
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3/ “Toilet: A Love Story,” a Bollywood romance about a newlywed couple, educated audiences about India’s sanitation challenge.
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'Toilet, a Love Story': Bollywood spotlights India's sanitation crisis in new film goo.gl/c8nZhs
Happy Birthday, Warren. Everyone should be lucky enough to have a friend like you.
I believe that we can alter the course of Alzheimer’s. That’s why I’m investing in the Dementia Discovery Fund.
Most people know as Africa’s wealthiest man, but I know him as one of our foundation’s most impactful partners in improving health. Melinda and I are lucky to count him as a partner (and friend!) in our work. b-gat.es/2ok7NOU
Happy birthday, Melinda. Here’s to many more years of dancing together!
I joined ten years (and a couple of days) ago. These are some of my favorite tweets. What’s your favorite tweet from the last ten years?
A mind-blowing fact…more energy from the sun hits the Earth in one hour than humans use in an entire year.
I’m at my happiest when I’m learning – no matter how gross the subject matter. Today, I experienced the Meguro Parasitological Museum in Tokyo, and saw what is believed to be the world’s longest tapeworm. 10/10 would visit again.
All my life I’ve been surrounded by remarkable women. And I was moved when Melinda decided to write about two of them — my mother and my grandmother — in her new book, The #MomentofLift. Happy #MotherDay to all the amazing mothers out there!
I guess we finally ran out of microchips.
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Wow, Bill Gates encourages everyone to get vaccinated, then a year later Internet Explorer dies. Coincidence??? twitter.com/therecount/sta…
We don’t yet have all the tools we need to fight COVID-19. This is an important step toward having treatments, while we also explore vaccines and diagnostics. Thanks to and for launching this effort with us.
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We’re joining forces with @wellcometrust and @Mastercard to create the #COVID19 Therapeutics Accelerator to identify, assess, develop, and scale-up treatments to the epidemic. gates.ly/2vcyxoy
I was excited when asked me to serve as its first guest editor. I asked some of the people I respect most to write about what makes them optimistic. I hope they inspire you, too: b-gat.es/2lUsSvm
I'm a big fan of and was excited when they asked me to appear in the series finale tonight. #AlwaysBlue
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As India celebrates its 75th Independence Day, I congratulate for prioritizing healthcare and digital transformation while spearheading India’s development. India's progress in these sectors is inspiring and we are fortunate to partner in this journey #AmritMahotsav
Melinda's work on behalf of women and girls around the world inspires me every day. She's committing $1 billion over the next ten years to increasing women's power and influence in the United States. Because #EqualityCantWait.
We’re getting closer to having a blood test for Alzheimer’s – which could help doctors detect and diagnose the disease earlier: b-gat.es/2KSa3p7
Indian Prime Minister put a spotlight on a subject that most of us would rather not even think about: b-gat.es/2qbs2Kk
At a time when bad news seems to dominate the headlines every day, I want to keep reminding people that life is getting better for millions in the world’s poorest countries, thanks in part to smart investments in health.
Ending poverty and achieving the SDGs requires a whole-of-government approach. and have shown leadership in developing a new anti-poverty strategy. #Ehsaas b-gat.es/2m4DcEh
In 1988, there were 350,000 new polio cases. Last year, there were just 21. Here’s what made this progress possible: b-gat.es/2CPZ2i4
I try to visit India at least once a year. I’m inspired by something new every time: b-gat.es/2pyKW0E
“Fathers who help unlock their daughter’s potential, standing up for their rights and raising them to believe they have them, bring prosperity and happiness to their entire families.” I recommend reading this essay from about . #MalalaDay
I try to read about a book a week on average. Even when my schedule is out of control, I carve out time for reading: b-gat.es/2gTCXXy
At the time I was in college, this was basically how the global economy worked...
Beautiful map showing progress against malaria—and how much work we still have to do.
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I look forward to working with President and Vice President to tackle some of our toughest challenges like COVID-19 and climate change. This has been a troubling time in America, but I see promise in the months and years ahead.
Congratulations for yet another milestone of administering #200crorevaccinations. We are grateful for our continued partnership with Indian vaccine manufacturers and the Indian government for mitigating the impact of COVID19.
Most of my conversations these days are about COVID-19 and how we can stem the tide, but I’m also often asked about what I am reading and watching. Here are my 2020 summer book recommendations (plus a few other ideas for things to do at home). gatesnot.es/3bI6FaT
My daughter Phoebe and I love reading all kinds of books and are big fans of . Here are her (and my) thoughts on his latest book: b-gat.es/2Gi6gNF
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One of the questions I am most often asked about the #COVID19 pandemic is how, and when, it will end. This article by does a really good job of outlining the steps we need to take. b-gat.es/2QU3Njx
Back in my early Microsoft days, I routinely pulled all-nighters when we had to deliver a piece of software. I even stayed up two nights in a row on occasion–I don’t recommend that. This book taught me a lot about the importance of a better night's sleep.
We don't yet have all the tools we need to stop the novel coronavirus and safely re-open the economy. But they are on the horizon.
I’m in Kenya this week to learn from researchers, innovators, students, and leaders about what’s working, what’s not, and how the foundation can better support progress in Kenya and across the continent. b-gat.es/3UGjbiH
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Of all the things I’ve learned from Warren Buffett (and there have been a lot), the most important might be what friendship is all about. Here’s why he’s a person that I admire as well as like: gatesnot.es/34KvYcv
I always enjoy chatting with , even though we had to sit a little bit further apart than usual this time.
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Full interview with @BillGates: youtu.be/iyFT8qXcOrM
COVID-19 could be a once-in-a-century pandemic, but the good news is that there are steps we can take now to slow its impact and help us respond more effectively when the next epidemic arrives. #COVID19
Really good news: Renewables now account for about one third of electricity generation globally, and the share is increasing.
I have so much admiration for health workers. They go to the most remote parts of the world to save lives: b-gat.es/2jjTLdM
I was lucky to be a young person when the digital revolution was just getting under way, and my Microsoft colleagues and I had the chance to help shape it. Celebrating #Web30 leaves me feeling nostalgic about 1995.
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The launch of Windows 95 helped Microsoft enter the 'internet tidal wave.' 
Celebrate the web's 30th birthday and take a peek into the past. #Web30 #ForTheWeb
Celebrate the web's 30th birthday and take a peek into the past. #Web30 #ForTheWeb
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I love stories like this… 14-year-old Emma Yang is developing an app to help bridge the gap between Alzheimer's patients and their loved ones. b-gat.es/2s3ngo8
You can’t beat this ROI.
The world keeps getting older, but Africa stays the same age. It sounds confusing, but it makes sense when you break it down: bit.ly/2Gw1BLz
Game on!
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Hey @RogerFederer, you & @billgates want to play doubles against me & @RafaelNadal!? Okay. We accept your challenge, but be prepared for the crowd in SA to be on our side! See you Feb 7 in Cape Town! Masihambe! #MatchInAfrica
Life is more fun when you have a friend like Warren. Happy 92nd birthday!
Why do toilets smell so bad? I traveled to Switzerland to learn about the science of scent.
I’m thrilled about the elimination of malaria from Algeria and Argentina. This news gives me hope that we’ll one day get rid of the disease forever. b-gat.es/2WqcrpT