I've cared for my daughter for 39 years. Retirement wasn't the break I imagined.
Tama Phelps, 64, manages the demanding care roles for her daughter born with spina bifida and her aging father amid financial pressures. more…
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The cost of running the White House, from staff salaries to subscription services
It costs millions of dollars to run the president's official residence and workplace. Here's a breakdown. more…
Can long-term care insurance premiums increase after you buy a policy?
Before buying long-term care insurance, make sure you understand whether the costs can change over time. more…
I Didn’t Want the Responsibility of a Big Job. I Have It Anyway, Without One Key Perk.
Slate Magazine
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Apple Upgrade — New Program With Klarna for Leasing iPhones, Macs, iPads, and More for Near-Zero Interest
Apple Newsroom
Apple Upgrade — a new hardware leasing program — is now available on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States. more…
Rural America’s Maternal-Health Crisis Is About to Get Much Worse
The Atlantic
Care will be in shorter supply, travel distances will stretch farther, and high-risk situations will more likely result in tragedy. more…
The Tim Ferriss Show Transcripts: Q&A with Tim — The Art of Male Friendship, Mini-Retirements, Higher-Resolution Living, Reinvention in The Age of AI, and More (#877)
Tim.blog
Please enjoy this transcript of a wide-ranging Q&A I did with subscribers. We explore reinvention, enduring skills for the age of AI, friendship, mental health, fitness, language-learning, privacy, cognitive longevity, and more. Books, people, tools, and reso… more…
Best Password Manager for 2026
CNET
Whether you need a password manager for a single user or entire company, these services will protect your identity without sacrificing your sanity. more…
Absolute Units: 27 Surprisingly Massive Things Spotted In Everyday Life
Boredpanda.com
No matter if you’re talking about nature, animals, architecture, or food, you can’t deny that the size of something is important. When you spot something ginormous, you stop for a moment and stare, wondering whether what you’re looking at is real or just a we… more…
Fauci’s Diary Isn’t the Key to Why Covid Ravaged the U.S. — Our Broken Healthcare System Is
The Intercept
Rand Paul is trying to put Anthony Fauci in prison for not confirming a conspiracy theory, but the key to blunting the next pandemic is universal healthcare. The post Fauci’s Diary Isn’t the Key to Why Covid Ravaged the U.S. — Our Broken Healthcare System Is … more…
Abdul El-Sayed Answers: Can the Left Win in the Midwest? Yes.
The Intercept
The Michigan Senate primary is the next biggest test for the direction of the Democratic Party. The post Abdul El-Sayed Answers: Can the Left Win in the Midwest? Yes. appeared first on The Intercept. more…
Even in conservative North Dakota, some socialist institutions thrive
Salon
North Dakota has a long history of policies and institutions that could be considered socialist. more…
The conservative movement’s sporadic anointment of Gen-Z spokeswomen
Salon
From Phyllis Schlafly to Emma Waters, a familiar agenda cycle continues. more…
A 3-Year Trial Found This Daily Supplement Supports Heart Health
mindbodygreen.com
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This Essential Mineral Has Declined By Up To 30% In Americans, Report Finds
mindbodygreen.com
It's not iron. more…
The Jewish Radicals Who Wanted Equality for All
The New Republic
History forgets most activists, but future generations can benefit from exhuming their ideas. Take the Jewish Labor Bund, the lefty, anti-Zionist liberation party that agitated for worldwide socialism while defending its members against the scourge of antisem… more…
There’s a Blue-Collar Hollywood—and the Paramount Merger Will Kill It
The New Republic
I.When I was a Federal Trade Commissioner, I learned that, as exciting as I thought my job was, most people don’t think about corporate consolidation. The word “merger” does not get the heart thumping. “Media merger” sounds like you’re stapling a document. So… more…
Alcohol and the Eclipse of the American Dream?
Nakedcapitalism.com
STAT News is an essential news source for all things Biomedicine (i.e., Big Medicine plus Big Pharma), from the delivery of health care in the clinic to the basic research that is the foundation of clinical care, to the unremittingly garish politics of the mo… more…
Social Security and the Vanishing Paycheck
Nakedcapitalism.com
Social Security runs on the paycheck. But a growing share of American wealth now comes from profits, assets, and ownership. more…
Coffee Break: Dem Establishment Resorts to Racial Divide & Conquer in Michigan
Nakedcapitalism.comHaving destroyed Graham Platner's candidacy in Maine, the AIPAC-funded Democratic establishment has turned its full attentions to Michigan where it hopes to use Black voters to stop anti-war candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. more…
Knowledge Is Not Always Power When It Concerns the Future
Psychology Today
Blood tests predicting the future of currently incurable brain diseases are now available. At best they are a mixed blessing. more…
Dial Down Anxiety With Evolution
Psychology Today
Uncovering the ancient roots of modern excessive worry. more…
Britain should turn Ukrainian wartime innovation into shared leadership
TechRadar
Britain has turned wartime invention into global progress before. With Ukraine tech, it can do it again. more…
Affordable Midlife Crisis Options for Millennials
Mcsweeneys.net
Instead of buying a sleek convertible, you head to Dick’s Sporting Goods and take a test-spin on every model of high-performance scooter. You settle on an electric one, which isn’t practical enough for your seven-mile commute to work, so you mainly use it to … more…
The Best Places To Retire Abroad In 2026
Forbes
Forbes has picked 96 top retirement spots in 24 countries around the world based on costs, quality of life, healthcare, climate change and how welcome U.S. retirees are. more…
Why Serigne Mbaye Says Michelin Can’t Define West African Food
Forbes
James Beard winner Serigne Mbaye explains why Michelin cannot define West African cooking and makes his case through Dakar NOLA’s jollof rice and hospitality. more…
HSBC to hire 100 AI specialists, 100 wealth managers in boost to Singapore hub
CNA
HONG KONG: HSBC will hire more than 100 artificial intelligence specialists and 100 wealth managers in Singapore, deepening investment in two areas central to the bank's Asian growth strategy as it expands higher-fee businesses and accelerates AI adoption.The… more…
Health Insurance Employee Fixed A Problem Leaving Customers Without Medication—Then His Company Told Him To Stop
Twistedsifter.com
What a novel thing to do! The post Health Insurance Employee Fixed A Problem Leaving Customers Without Medication—Then His Company Told Him To Stop appeared first on TwistedSifter. more…
His Family Is Splitting His Father’s Funeral Costs at $5,000 Per Person — He’s Noticed Not Everyone Can Equally Afford That
Twistedsifter.com
This family clearly needs to find a different plan of action. The post His Family Is Splitting His Father’s Funeral Costs at $5,000 Per Person — He’s Noticed Not Everyone Can Equally Afford That appeared first on TwistedSifter. more…
She Felt Repeatedly Targeted by Her Manager, so She Filed an HR Report and Laid Out Every Grievance
Twistedsifter.com
Sometimes, walking away from a toxic workplace is the first step toward something better. The post She Felt Repeatedly Targeted by Her Manager, so She Filed an HR Report and Laid Out Every Grievance appeared first on TwistedSifter. more…
Cheap life insurance: How to get coverage
Wondering how to get cheap life insurance? Learn which type is cheapest, what affects your premium, and how to get the best coverage for your budget. more…
WestBridge begins process to exit Star Health stake – report
The private equity firm has asked investment banks to present proposals for a mandate to oversee the sale of its stake, with JPMorgan identified as the prefe... more…
'Job lock' hits 24% of U.S. workers — staying in jobs they hate because losing health insurance terrifies them
Employees depend so much on employer-sponsored health care coverage that they’re willing to stick to a job they hate for the long haul. more…
Bristol Myers raises 2026 forecast as Eliquis, newer medicines power results
By Michael Erman July 30 (Reuters) - Bristol Myers Squibb raised its full-year revenue and profit forecast on Thursday after reporting second-quarter results... more…
He’s Photographed Every Medical Receipt Since 2016. At 65, His HSA Owes Him $43,000 Tax-Free
The IRS buried a rule in a 2004 notice that turns old medical receipts into tax-free cash with no expiration date, and a growing number of savers have quietl... more…
‘It can be very powerful’: Most can’t afford a $400 emergency. Here’s what employers are doing to fix that
Emergency savings accounts could make it easier to save for tight spots, and even if your employer doesn’t offer one, you still have options. more…
A 68-year-old's cottage costs are skyrocketing but her son wants to inherit it. Experts say retirement comes first
Is it worth putting your own retirement at risk to preserve your child's inheritance? Probably not, but you may have other options worth considering. more…
How a Checkup Became a Luxury
The Cut
If you’ve looked for a primary-care doctor lately, you’ve likely noticed many aren’t taking new patients . One reason: Some in the profession are switching to direct-pay and concierge practices that exclude patients who need to use health insurance. more…
Japan’s Life Expectancy Rises Again, Women Remain World’s Longest-Living
Sankakucomplex.com
Average life expectancy in Japan increased for both men and women last year, reversing a two-year decline and reinforcing the country’s position as one of the world’s healthiest and longest-living nations. According to Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and W… more…
Japan’s Life Expectancy Rises Again, Women Remain World’s Longest-Living
Sankakucomplex.com
Average life expectancy in Japan increased for both men and women last year, reversing a two-year decline and reinforcing the country’s position as one of the world’s healthiest and longest-living nations. According to Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and W… more…
The U.S. Will Likely Lose Measles Elimination Status. And You Will Pay For It
Forbes
The U.S. is on the verge of losing its measles elimination status for the first time in 25 years. Oubreaks are a hidden tax, leading to higher costs and economic losses. more…
The Forbes Guide To Planning For A Foreign Retirement
Forbes
How six Americans picked retirement spots ranging from Mauritius to France. Start your own search with Forbes’ list of The Best Places To Retire Abroad in 2026. more…
Healthcare Access Is The New Currency. But Only The Right Kind Counts
Forbes
Physician shortages are turning speed into healthcare's scarcest resource — and the real investment opportunity is infrastructure, not favors that jump the line. more…
Immediate Opening: Vice President of Marketing and Audience Development
Artsjournal.comThe Vice President of Marketing & Audience Development is a key member of the senior leadership team responsible for executing statewide strategies and organizational goals. more…
DentaQuest disclosed a data breach that impacted +23 million individuals
Securityaffairs.com
DentaQuest disclosed a data breach that may have exposed the personal and dental health information of more than 23 million people. DentaQuest is notifying more than 23 million people of a data breach after hackers accessed its network in May 2026. The incide… more…
I moved to Paris 2 years ago. My dream career is still on hold, and I often question if I truly belong here.
Moving from the United States to Paris has its challenges. Navigating healthcare is tough, my career is on hold, and I've struggled to make friends. more…
In a novel experiment, the Pentagon is going to pay civilian ambulances for lifesaving blood
The Pentagon will test paying ambulances for blood transfusions, a move experts hope expands lifesaving prehospital care. more…
From Kmart shelf stacker to Premier: Inisde the rise of Ben Carroll - as his personal life is laid bare after taking Jacinta Allan's job
Dailymail.com
Victoria's new premier Ben Carroll has credited his teenage job at Kmart with helping prepare him for leadership more…
Discover a New Author with These 47 Fall Debut Novels
Goodreads.com
For the adventurous book lover, few things are as thrilling as discovering a new favorite author. It feels like (A) acquiring a precious secret that you also (B) want to immediately share with everyone you know. That’s some quality cognitive dissonance! Every… more…
Abdul El-Sayed’s Argument for America—and Against His Own Party
The New Yorker
On The New Yorker Radio Hour, David Remnick interviews the Michigan U.S. Senate candidate on campaigning with Hasan Piker, on being a capitalist, and on why Democrats need to “stop compromising.” more…
Social media pushing young adults towards 'DIY dentistry'
Young Australians are living with untreated dental issues as they’re also bombarded with dubious social media advice. more…
China: Six-Year-Old Girl Subjected to Brain Gene-Editing Therapy Dies After Being Injected with Viruses
Breitbart News
Neuroscientist Qiu Zilong of Shanghai Jiao Tong University is under investigation following the death of a six-year-old girl who was receiving gene-editing therapy during a human trial under his supervision. The post China: Six-Year-Old Girl Subjected to Bra… more…
How a 72-hour emergency kit gives you the quiet confidence of knowing you’re ready for anything
Naturalnews.com
A 72-hour emergency kit is the essential foundation for safety during any disaster. This kit, also known as a “go bag,” is designed to keep you self-sufficient for the first three days, when outside help may be delayed, and basic services like water and elect… more…
Louis Brandeis: The Empiricist
The American Prospect
Louis Brandeis believed that facts could change lives and break excessive power where it accumulated. The post Louis Brandeis: The Empiricist appeared first on The American Prospect. more…
Trump to HIV and Cancer Patients: Get Back to Work
The American Prospect
A surprise rule added to the Big Beautiful Bill could disrupt access to Medicaid for people with serious illnesses who thought they were exempted from work requirements. The post Trump to HIV and Cancer Patients: Get Back to Work appeared first on The America… more…
The genetic architecture of fibromyalgia across 2.5 million individuals
Nature.com
A multi-ancestry genome-wide association study meta-analysis across 2,563,755 individuals identifies 26 risk loci for fibromyalgia, including HTT, and finds genetic correlations with chronic pain and psychiatric and somatic disorders. more…
As Black Families Fight for Sickle Cell Care, Trump’s Healthcare Rollbacks Just Created a Whole New Struggle
The RootAs policymakers debate healthcare changes, sickle cell families say access to treatment, research, and survival hang in the balance.Read more... more…
Black Dynasties: How These Iconic Families Build Generational Wealth
The RootAhead of Black Business Month, meet the Black families who transformed talent, creativity and determination into lasting businesses, cultural influence, and generational wealth across industries. Read more... more…
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt Reach Joint Coparenting Agreement After Split
Us Weekly
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have taken a big step in their coparenting journey with their daughter, Scottie Rose. A source confirmed to Us on Friday, July 31, that the pair have reached “a joint agreement pertaining to their child.” “We are cooperatively c… more…
‘Apple Upgrade’ launches in the U.S.; new product leasing program for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad
Macdailynews.com
Apple today announced Apple Upgrade, a new product leasing program provided by Klarna for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad… The post ‘Apple Upgrade’ launches in the U.S.; new product leasing program for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad appeared first on M… more…
Types of life insurance: A complete guide
Yahoo Entertainment
Explore the major types of life insurance, how much they cost, and which policy may be right for you. more…
7 best life insurance companies of 2026
Learn about the best life insurance companies, like New York Life and MassMutual, to find the right policy to fit your specific coverage needs and requiremen... more…
CNO Financial Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights
CNO Financial Group (NYSE:CNO) reported stronger second-quarter results, citing broad sales growth, favorable underwriting and higher investment income, whil... more…
25 Health Systems Have Dropped Medicare Advantage in 2026. Here’s What Enrollees Should Do Now.
When a hospital system drops a Medicare Advantage contract, the patient's carefully chosen cardiologist can vanish overnight, and the window to fix it withou... more…
Clients Could Spend $185,500 on Healthcare in Retirement. Don’t Panic
The projection is up 7.5% from last year, and marks the largest annual jump in more than a decade, according to a new Fidelity study. more…
Some retirees are choosing to never sell their home — and the reasons are both logical and grim
Baby boomers simply won’t budge. more…
Kansas Lawsuit: ALPRs Turn a License Plate Into the 'Functional Equivalent' of a 'GPS Tracking Device'
Reason
The Kansas Justice Institute argues that Wichita's "warrantless ALPR dragnet surveillance program" violates the state constitution's privacy protections. more…
I'm a lid influencer
Thefrugalgirl.com
Hi guys! Happy Monday to you! We're gonna do a little miscellany to start off the week. I'm a lid influencer I'm doing influencing in real life. In an unplanned and sporadic campaign, I have been spreading the word on my hospital unit about the silicone So… more…
Pete Davidson reaches co-parenting agreement with baby mama ex-girlfriend after her claims she was raising their daughter 'on her own'
Dailymail.com
Pete Davidson and his baby mama ex-girlfriend Elsie Hewitt have reached a co-parenting agreement a little over two months since their shock split. more…
Fiona Phillips, 65, beams in rare snap amid her battle with Alzheimer's as husband Martin Frizell reveals hope that new PM Andy Burnham will make a difference to sufferers
Dailymail.com
The former GMTV star, 65, was only 61 when she was told she had developed the disease, a progressive, incurable brain disorder that causes a decline in memory, thinking and behaviour. more…
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis: 'I have not stopped living'
Dailymail.com
Legendary singer-songwriter Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. more…
Mapfre Acquires Stake in Spain’s Tuio; Bolsters Commitment to AI, Digital Innovation
Insurance Journal
Just a week after revealing a $1.5 billion deal to acquire U.S.-based Safety Insurance Group, Spain’s Mapfre has announced a deal closer to its European roots—taking a 38.9% stake in the Spanish insurtech Tuio. The Tuio stake strengthens Mapfre’s commitment … more…
French Insurer AXA’s Profit Rises 2% as Expected, Confident on Outlook
Insurance Journal
AXA SA reported first half profit higher than the same period a year ago, as the Paris-based insurer assesses the impact of wildfires currently affecting France and Spain. The French insurance group’s underlying earnings came in up 2% to €4.5 … more…
Germany Is Much More Socially Conservative Than You Think
Foreign Policy
What a recent scandal reveals about the country’s political culture. more…
From Tent to House in 11 days: A Close Look at Cleveland’s New Response to Homelessness
Nextcity.org
Home For Every Neighbor workers Connor Marrott, the program specialist for unit acquisition, and Ashley Jones, a case manager, move personal belongings into an apartment for a participant in the Home for Every Neighbor program. (Photo by Michael Indriolo / S… more…
Health-related quality of life and its associated factors among patients with hypertension based on the Shapley value method
Nature.comScientific Reports - Health-related quality of life and its associated factors among patients with hypertension based on the Shapley value method more…
Relation Acquires Wisconsin’s Mid-State Insurance
Insurance Journal
Relation Insurance Services announced their acquisition of the assets of Mid-State Insurance. The transaction went into effect on March 31, 2026; terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1986 as an independent life and health agency in Milwauke… more…
8/8/26: Free Virtual Screening: Award-Winning “Counted Out” + Live Q&A (Online) - FREE
Funcheap.com
Join us for a free virtual screening of the award-winning documentary “Counted Out,” followed by a live conversation with director Vicki Abeles, and film subjects Julia Angwin and Talithia Williams. Data, numbers and algorithms shape every corner of our lives… more…
Asia’s aging population doesn’t have to be a fiscal burden. With smart planning, it can be a growth opportunity
Fortune
Singapore and Japan demonstrate that longer lives can boost growth if health and labor policies align. more…
The Benefits Activation Gap: what claims data teaches us about employee engagement
Fortune
This is one of the greatest opportunities in employee benefits today. more…
Exclusive: Rent the Runway founder Jenn Hyman is taking over IPO-bound Babylist as it nears $1 billion in revenue
Fortune
Babylist founder Natalie Gordon will become chair as Babylist approaches $1 billion in revenue and an IPO. more…
What are Germany's current rules on sick leave from work – and how will they change?
The Local Germany
Germany has vowed to tighten the rules around being off sick from work, with plans to require doctor's notes from employees on the first day of illness. Here's what looks set to change – and what is still uncertain. more…
B.C. woman faces 'disheartening' 5-year wait for cochlear implant. She's not alone
CBC News
A B.C. woman is highlighting the province's long waits for cochlear implants after she was told despite being eligible, she wouldn't be able to have the surgery for five years. more…
'Get Off The Bus, Get Out Of The Country.' Ukrainians Took Refuge In Poland. Now They're Increasingly Fearful.
Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty
Ukrainians who've taken refuge in Poland from the Russian invasion say they’re increasingly under threat, targeted by xenophobic, racist attacks. The fears come as tensions between Kyiv and Warsaw fester due to grievances dating back to World War II. more…
Some Veterans Were Too Mentally Ill to Apply for Life Insurance. Their Families Can Still File a Claim.
Military.com
Gratuitous S-DVI provides posthumous life insurance benefits for veterans who never applied because of a service-connected mental disability. more…
$100,000 Donation Expands Grants for Veterans Starting Farming Businesses
Military.com
Tractor Supply Company, which supplied the grant, has supported efforts the past eight years. more…
'Get Off The Bus, Get Out Of The Country.' Ukrainians Took Refuge In Poland. Now They're Increasingly Fearful.
Globalsecurity.orgShortly before she and her boyfriend were brutally beaten on the streets of the Polish city of Wroclaw, a Ukrainian woman named Anastasia Kitsay was inside a shop buying coffee. more…
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt reach joint agreement two months after split: ‘Working together to give her love’
Page Six
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt — who began dating in March 2025 — split five months after welcoming their daughter, Scottie Rose. more…
Why Black Americans Need Reparations Now
Lithub.com
As a Haitian American, I have heard stories of resistance from my elders starting at the tender age of three. The accounts were often told through fairy tales, but as I grew older, the message became more direct. By late more…
On Reckoning With the Literary World’s Unacknowledged Class System
Lithub.com
When I walk into a room full of writers, I’m often struck by the sense that I don’t belong. I’m an immigrant, first-generation to college; my father was a welder. Swearing was the third language we spoke at home—after English more…
Can I own a lemur in Florida?
Lifesciencesworld.comCan You Own a Lemur in Florida? The Exotic Pet Truth So, Can I own a lemur in Florida? The answer is a resounding maybe, but with significant caveats and legal hurdles that make it a complicated endeavor requiring permits and stringent regulations. The Allure… more…
Why do you need two ferrets?
Lifesciencesworld.comWhy Do You Need Two Ferrets? The Undeniable Benefits of Ferret Companionship The answer is simple: Ferrets are social creatures and generally thrive when kept in pairs or groups; having a companion greatly enhances their quality of life by providing crucial s… more…
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Hawaii?
Lifesciencesworld.comWhat Salary Do You Need to Live Comfortably in Hawaii? The minimum salary needed to live comfortably in Hawaii is significantly higher than the national average; generally, individuals need to earn at least $120,000 annually, and families require even more to… more…
How much does it cost to own a kinkajou?
Lifesciencesworld.comHow Much Does Owning a Kinkajou Really Cost? Owning a kinkajou is a significant financial commitment, with costs ranging from $3,000 to upwards of $10,000 per year, encompassing initial purchase price, specialized housing, diet, veterinary care, and enrichmen… more…
Will the U.S. Supreme Court legalize home distilling?
Wnd.com
'Sop to the temperance movement' under fire now more…
Texas Nurse Shares How To Get Health Care For Free. It Works At The Doctor’s And The Dentist: ‘It Basically Saved My Life’
BroBible
Health insurance in the U.S. is among the most expensive in the world. Therefore, healthcare isn’t accessible to everyone. The latest national employer survey, conducted by the independent health-policy organization KFF, found that the total premium in 2025 a… more…
Why must women leave the country for essential surgery? ‘I’m 43, 10 years into this journey’
The Irish Times
Why is the HSE funding a procedure abroad that it does not permit in Ireland? more…
Cyclists have their say: ‘I was hit from behind without warning and knocked off the bike’
The Irish Times
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AI Is the Apex of Ultra-Processed Life
Activistpost.com
We are Superman strapped to a carefully machined chunk of Kryptonite we can no longer detach. I wrote Ultra-Processed Life to describe a peculiarly perverse structure of control that now dominates our entire culture and way of life: what’s presented as marvel… more…