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How Trump’s Second Term Could Shape the Future of Health in America
Gizmodo.com

We asked a health law expert about what to expect in the coming years: "It is critical that people exercise good judgment in the sources of their information to protect themselves." more…

Bitter Americans React to UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Murder: ‘My Empathy Is Out of Network’
Gizmodo.com

UnitedHealth's social media was flooded with scathing comments after the apparent assassination of its executive in New York City. more…

Hospice leaders warn hundreds of beds out of use
BBC News

A lack of funding and staff are blamed as hospices close beds permanently or take them out of use. more…

Try These New Year's Resolutions if You Have Anxiety
CNET

Making unrealistic New Year's resolutions can be detrimental to your mental health. Here's how to do it right for a calmer 2025. more…

As Israel bans UNRWA, Palestinians stand to lose schools and clinics not only in Gaza
NPR

Israel is severing ties with the main United Nations agency that provides aid to Palestinians. With the focus largely on Gaza, the move also threatens key services in the occupied West Bank. more…

I moved from Toronto to NYC and have no plans to return to Canada. I prefer life in the US.
Business Insider

Jeremy Berke was born and raised in Toronto but moved to NYC at an early age and says life in the US, while not perfect, is preferable to Canada. more…

'It is awful': Gen Z is racking up historic levels of credit card debt
Business Insider

Gen Z is more comfortable with credit cards than any previous generation. But the reliance on debt could come back to bite them. more…

Meet 45 rising stars of the venture capital industry who stood out in 2024
Business Insider

Meet the top emerging venture capitalists of 2024, spotlighting key VCs from diverse backgrounds and sectors, including AI, healthcare, and fintech. more…

5 surprising things American retirees should spend money on sooner rather than later
Yahoo Entertainment

No, travel isn't one of them. more…

How B2C Companies Leverage AI Marketing [Examples & Tips]
Hubspot.com

Want to know what‘s really working in AI marketing right now? I’ve been tracking the real impact of AI across different B2C companies, and the results have blown me away. more…

WATCH: Bo the bloodhound wins 'Hero Dog' award for helping police
ABC News

The American Humane 'Hero Dog' of the year award was given to North Carolina police dog Bo of the Gastonia Police Department alongside his handler Sgt. David Rowland. more…

WATCH: Granddad fights off Rolex robbers with takeout bag
ABC News

A grandfather fought off two thieves with his takeout food bag as they tried to steal his Rolex watch, worth over $20,000, in London, England. more…

WATCH: Foster dog gets emotional pep talk about visiting shelter to meet family's new foster
ABC News

Nino, who was abandoned twice, got some emotional reassurance that the family was only going to the shelter to meet another foster dog. more…

WATCH: Sea otter mom and pup spotted swimming along the California coast
ABC News

The heartwarming sight of an otter mom and her pup playing and spinning in the water greeted visitors to the Morro Bay Harbor Walk on Tuesday along California's Central Coast. more…

Is Contraception Under Attack?
The New Yorker

Margaret Talbot reports on heightened public scrutiny of birth-control pills, and how the “Make America Healthy Again” movement is promoting anti-contraceptive disinformation. more…

Assassination Is a Leaky Abstraction
Substack.com

Towards Ethical Data Science more…

What is Long-Acting Reversible Birth Control?
Scientific American

When Roe v. Wade fell, interest in long-acting and permanent birth control rose. Here’s what to know as Trump returns to office more…

Social Media Has Little Sympathy for Murdered Health Insurance Exec
Rolling Stone

Across social media, the response to the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO was contemptuous of the industry he represented more…

Hay más de 1.300 dominios de primer nivel (además de los genéricos y de países) algunos de ellos muy curiosos
Microsiervos.com

Me encontré un enlace oficial y actualizado a la lista de dominios de primer nivel de la IANA (la Internet Assigned Numbers Authority, que se encarga de estas cosas). Allí se indican esos dominios «extra» que se inventaron además de los de los países (.es, .p… more…

Americans Are Turning to TikTok to Pay Their Medical Bills
Rolling Stone

Healthcare costs have gone up, leaving creators to find new ways to address mounting debt more…

‘It isn’t safe’: South African first responders attacked while saving lives
Al Jazeera English

Ambulance crews and paramedics are increasingly being robbed and their vehicles hijacked while they are working. more…

Internet Slams 22YO Influencer For “Inheritance” Dance Next To “Grandpa” Boyfriend In Hospital
Boredpanda.com

“I hope he gives everything to his kids." The post Internet Slams 22YO Influencer For “Inheritance” Dance Next To “Grandpa” Boyfriend In Hospital first appeared on Bored Panda. more…

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s Assassin May Have Left Cryptic Messages On The Bullets
Boredpanda.com

“Based on the evidence we have so far, it does appear that the victim was specifically targeted.” The post UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s Assassin May Have Left Cryptic Messages On The Bullets first appeared on Bored Panda. more…

Murder and Social Murder: The Case of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson
Nakedcapitalism.com

Outside his family., friends, and close colleagues, not many tears are being shed over the murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson. more…

Politics and Medicine, Medicine and Politics
Nakedcapitalism.com

On the long-standing US conflict between freedom and the rise in the scientific and professional practice of medicine, with that, authority more…

Affordability of Long-Term Care Systems in Times of Rapid Population Ageing
Nakedcapitalism.com

As the private long-term care industry in the US comes under more visible stress, a 32-nation look at the success of public programs more…

How to Help Therapy Clients Adapt to an HIV+ Diagnosis
Psychology Today

Serophobia, or discrimination against those living with HIV/AIDS, is a structural, social, and internalized prejudice that can impact mental health and self-worth. more…

The Sleeping Giant: How Sleep Apnea Hurts Mental Health
Psychology Today

Research has shown that obstructive sleep apnea is an independent risk factor for depression, anxiety, and, more importantly, cognitive decline and dementia. more…

Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges
Psychology Today

Many people assume most individuals addicted to opioids are young. But there’s also a significant population of 65+ addicted adults who survive multiple overdoses and illnesses. more…

When Outpatient Psychiatric Care Is Not Enough
Psychology Today

What happens when outpatient treatment isn't enough? Residential treatment often offers the best hope of recovery. more…

What You Need To Know Before Moving To A Small Town
Forbes

People move to small towns for a variety of reasons. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking of leaving big city life behind. more…

The Depression Treatment That’s Changing Lives–No Pills Or Psychedelics Required
Forbes

For the twenty-one million American adults experiencing major depressive disorder (MDD) annually, this FDA-approved treatment offers hope. more…

Going Digital, 2025: An ‘Impatient Economy’ Versus ‘Hesitation Reflex’
Forbes

The rush to digital nirvana has been thunderous, but lately, the trend has been to seek a better balance. more…

Time Your Retirement: Finding The Right Moment For Your Next Chapter
Forbes

Financial Readiness: The Foundation of Retirement Timing The first step in determining the right time to retire is assessing whether your financial resources are suffi... more…

The Future Of Leadership: Getting Really Real
Forbes

AI can take over a lot of things, but true human connection will be a tough one. more…

14% Of Spine Surgeries Deemed Unnecessary. Could RFK Jr. Change That?
Forbes

14% of spine surgeries were deemed unnecessary by the Lown Institute. Why does this happen? And, will RFK Jr.'s healthcare reform impact unnecessary spine surgery? more…

Essential Asset Protection Strategies For Retirement Savers
Forbes

To secure both pillars, retirement savers should prioritize implementing an effective asset protection strategy. more…

41% Of Global Employees Are Stressed. Why?
Forbes

Workplace stress is higher today than pre-COVID levels. The causes are multifaceted and the costs high. Here's how leaders can step up to solve it. more…

Top 5 Questions Vocational Experts Receive From Ticket Holders
Forbes

The Ticket to Work (TTW) Program offers significant advantages to help SSDI beneficiaries make a confident return to work, though it can feel complex. Thankfully, support is available to guide you every step of the way. Vocational experts from Social Security… more…

20 Strategies To Safeguard Your Business Credit During A Crisis
Forbes

One practical way to safeguard your business credit during a crisis is to establish a line of credit in advance. more…

Jamie Dimon’s Secret Sauce: Optimizing Value For Every Stakeholder
Forbes

JPMorgan Chase enjoys ongoing success in large part from its commitment to multi-stakeholder capitalism rather than shareholder primacy. more…

UnitedHealthcare Is Now Medicare For All
Mcsweeneys.net

Here at UnitedHealthcare, we understand just how valuable your health is. It’s why we’re in the business of health care. Why nearly 49.5 million Americans count on us for their coverage. And why we’re eighth on the Fortune 500. Yet despite revenues reaching $… more…

United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s Wife Speaks After His Murder
Eonline.com

United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s family is facing the unimaginable. The health insurance executive was shot and killed in New York City Dec. 4, leaving behind wife Paulette Thompson and... more…

If Trump Makes Cuts to Medicaid, Texas Officials Could Seize the Opportunity to Further Slash the Program
The Texas Tribune

by Lomi Kriel and Jessica Priest ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. This article is co-published with The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit… more…

Questions For Senators to Ask Drs. Marty Makary and Jay Bhattacharya
Sciencebasedmedicine.org

Yesterday, Dr. David Gorksi invited us to come up with questions for Senators to ask our future public health leaders. Here are mine. The post Questions For Senators to Ask Drs. Marty Makary and Jay Bhattacharya first appeared on Science-Based Medicine. more…

Money – Day One
Scotthyoung.com

Money is the third month of my Foundations project. Read about my plans for improving my personal finances, and how I got to where I am today. The post Money – Day One appeared first on Scott H Young. more…

Why the American Dream has become a lie for low-income people
Fast Company

The American dream is alive, but not quite well. For those living near the federal poverty level, the promise of the American dream has come to represent surviving rather than thriving.  At OpenResearch, we interviewed 156 low-income qualitative participan… more…

Advocates call for Ontario to make HIV prevention drugs free as cases climb
CBC News

On World AIDS Day, advocates are calling on the province make drugs that can prevent the transmission of HIV free for all Ontarians as recent data shows an uptick in cases in Canada. more…

Suggested questions for Donald Trump’s health nominees during confirmation hearings
Sciencebasedmedicine.org

It won't be long before we're treated to the spectacle of Senators grilling antivax nominees like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (HHS) and Dr. Dave Weldon (CDC). We exist to serve, which is why I'm suggesting some questions for Senators to ask all of Trump's health pi… more…

What We Know About 'Robert Thibodeau' Serial Killer Hoax on Facebook
Snopes.com

A serial killer named "Robert Thibodeau" was attacking people in communities across the U.S. in early December 2024. more…

Belgium's sex workers get maternity leave and pensions under world-first law
BBC News

They will be entitled to official employment contracts, health insurance and sick days. more…

Whoops, Medicare Advantage Costs Taxpayers 22% More
Crooksandliars.com

Grace McCormack, University of Southern California and Erin Duffy, University of Southern California Medicare Advantage – the commercial alternative to traditional Medicare – is drawing down federal health care funds, costing taxpayers an extra 22% per enroll… more…

It Might Seem Obvious What Happened to the United Healthcare CEO. Don’t Be So Sure.
Slate Magazine

A scholar of criminal justice and contract killing saw something else in the shooting—potentially. more…

What I Saw Providing Gender-Affirming Care to Trans Kids in Tennessee
The Cut

Dr. Susan Lacy, a plaintiff in the major trans-rights case before the Supreme Court, explains how Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors affected her patients. more…

The Lure of Postpartum Luxury
The Cut

For $1,000 a night, Manhattan’s Boram postpartum retreat promises new mothers a spalike fantasy with their newborns. But some guests say the retreat, which has changed locations three times in two years, did not live up to the advertising. more…

The People Cheering the UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting
New York Magazine

The cold-blooded murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson has become, to many, an opportunity to vent about their insurance nightmares. more…

Whoever killed the UHC CEO wrote "deny", "defend", and "depose" on the bullet casings, suggesting they were screwed by their shiatty health insurance. Well that should narrow down the list of potential suspects to just about everyone [Followup]
Fark.com

Whoever killed the UHC CEO wrote "deny", "defend", and "depose" on the bullet casings, suggesting they were screwed by their shiatty health insurance. Well that should narrow down the list of potential suspects to just about everyone more…

Announcing Ragan’s 2024 Video, Visual & Virtual Awards finalists
PR Daily

Congratulations to this year’s finalists! This year’s finalist group represents the best creativity and innovation in video, visual design and virtual events. Their work captivated audiences, fostered meaningful connections and brought stories to life with st… more…

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Toronto's top employers for 2025 have been announced
blogTO

The Greater Toronto Area's top employers have been announced for 2025, and the winners make up a dynamic group of companies that have stood out among the "nation's most competitive labour market." Released by Mediacorp Canada this is the 19th year that the G… more…

3 ways seniors can lower their credit card debt in 2025
CBS News

If you're a senior with high-rate credit card debt, it helps to start exploring these three options now, before 2025. more…

Who is murdered healthcare CEO Brian Thompson?
BBC News

Police are still searching for the suspect who shot dead the UnitedHealth CEO in Manhattan on Wednesday. more…

'Retirementmoons' Are Trending. Here's How To Have The Best Experience.
HuffPost

We can't think of a better reason to book a trip. more…

Disney’s $43M settlement is a wake-up call — gender pay gaps can cost you big over time. What you can do
Yahoo Entertainment

Steps you can take if you suspect pay discrimination. more…

Biden-Harris Admin Opened Floodgates for Taxpayer-Funded Sex Changes on Kids
Daily Signal

DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—The Biden-Harris administration opened the door for a massive increase of taxpayer-funded transgender interventions, including child sex-change surgeries, and the Daily Caller... Read More The post Biden-Harris Admin Opened Floodg… more…

Families of children with epilepsy tell of uphill battle to get NDIS funding for a condition that's not considered a disability
ABC News (AU)

Adeline is a cheeky seven-year-old but her epilepsy has left her brain damaged, and the NDIS won't help, leaving her family desperate for access to therapies that could help her. more…

'A massive uplift': Weight loss drugs are changing the economy
ABC News (AU)

The rise of weight loss drugs is not only changing individual lives, but also reshaping large sections of the economy. more…

10 Money Moves Experts Say You Should Make Before the End of the Year
CNET

Set the stage for a financially secure new year by taking these steps now. more…

United Healthcare CEO killer’s ‘deny, defend, depose’ bullet message mirrors book about insurance industry’s ‘systemic’ malfeasance
The Daily Dot

The gunman who shot and killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Wednesday morning in Manhattan reportedly used bullet casings inscribed with the phrases "deny," "defend," and "depose"—prompting many online to further celebrate the assassin. Thompson'… more…

Tor Project needs 200 WebTunnel bridges more to bypass Russia’ censorship
Securityaffairs.com

The Tor Project seeks help deploying 200 WebTunnel bridges by year-end to counter government censorship. Recent reports from Russia show increased censorship targeting the Tor network, including blocking bridges, pluggable transports, and circumvention apps. … more…

15 SpyLoan Android apps found on Google Play had over 8 million installs
Securityaffairs.com

McAfee researchers discovered 15 SpyLoan Android apps on Google Play with a combined total of over 8 million installs. 15 SpyLoan apps with a combined total of 8M+ installs were found on Google Play, targeting users in South America, Southeast Asia, and Afric… more…

Security Affairs newsletter Round 500 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Securityaffairs.com

A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. 15 SpyLoan And… more…

Veeam addressed critical Service Provider Console (VSPC) bug
Securityaffairs.com

Veeam addressed a critical vulnerability in Service Provider Console (VSPC) that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Veeam released security updates for a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-42448 (CVSS score of 9.9) impacting Serv… more…

U.S. CISA adds ProjectSend, North Grid Proself, and Zyxel firewalls bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
Securityaffairs.com

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds ProjectSend, North Grid Proself, and Zyxel firewalls bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the following vu… more…

The ASA flaw CVE-2014-2120 is being actively exploited in the wild
Securityaffairs.com

Cisco warns customers that a decade-old ASA vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2014-2120, is being actively exploited in the wild. Cisco warns that the decade-old ASA vulnerability CVE-2014-2120 is being actively exploited in attacks in the wild, and urges custome… more…

SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 22
Securityaffairs.com

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. A Case-Control Study to Measure Behavioral Risks of Malware Encounters in Organizations PyPI Python Library “aiocpa” Found E… more…

Hackers stole millions of dollars from Uganda Central Bank
Securityaffairs.com

Financially-motivated threat actors hacked Uganda ‘s central bank system, government officials confirmed this week. Ugandan officials confirmed on Thursday that the national central bank suffered a security breach by financially-motivated threat actors. The p… more…

Russia-linked APT Secret Blizzard spotted using infrastructure of other threat actors
Securityaffairs.com

Russia-linked APT group Secret Blizzard has used the tools and infrastructure of at least 6 other threat actors during the past 7 years. Researchers from Microsoft Threat Intelligence collected evidence that the Russia-linked ATP group Secret Blizzard (aka Tu… more…

Hundred of CISCO switches impacted by bootloader flaw
Securityaffairs.com

A bootloader vulnerability in Cisco NX-OS affects 100+ switches, allowing attackers to bypass image signature checks. Cisco released security patches for a vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-20397 (CVSS score of 5.2), in the NX-OS software’s bootloader that c… more…

Notorious ransomware programmer Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev arrested in Russia
Securityaffairs.com

Russian authorities arrested ransomware affiliate Mikhail Matveev, aka Wazawaka, for developing malware and ties to hacking groups. Russian authorities arrested a ransomware affiliate, Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev (also known as Wazawaka, Uhodiransomwar, m1x, an… more…

Energy industry contractor ENGlobal Corporation discloses a ransomware attack
Securityaffairs.com

ENGlobal Corporation disclosed a ransomware attack, discovered on November 25, disrupting operations, in a filing to the SEC. A ransomware attack disrupted the operations of a major energy industry contractor, ENGlobal Corporation. Founded in 1985, ENGlobal C… more…

BootKitty Linux UEFI bootkit spotted exploiting LogoFAIL flaws
Securityaffairs.com

The ‘Bootkitty’ Linux UEFI bootkit exploits the LogoFAIL flaws (CVE-2023-40238) to target systems using vulnerable firmware. Cybersecurity researchers from ESET recently discovered the first UEFI bootkit designed to target Linux systems, called by its authors… more…

Poland probes Pegasus spyware abuse under the PiS government
Securityaffairs.com

Poland probes Pegasus spyware abuse under the PiS government; ex-security chief Piotr Pogonowski arrested to testify before parliament. Poland’s government has been investigating the alleged misuse of Pegasus spyware by the previous administration and arreste… more…

Black Basta ransomware gang hit BT Group
Securityaffairs.com

BT Group (formerly British Telecom)’s Conferencing division shut down some of its servers following a Black Basta ransomware attack. British multinational telecommunications holding company BT Group (formerly British Telecom) announced it has shut down some o… more…

Burnout in SOCs: How AI Can Help Analysts Focus on High-Value Tasks
Securityaffairs.com

SOC analysts, vital to cybersecurity, face burnout due to exhausting workloads, risking their well-being and the effectiveness of organizational defenses. Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst burnout is a very real problem. These are some of the most impo… more…

Backpacking Podiatry
Backpackinglight.com

Knowing how to properly care for your feet can make or break a hike, especially on longer trips. In this article, I examine available data on common foot and ankle injuries and discuss how to prevent them, as well as what to do when they occur in the field. … more…

More Aussies are leaving the workforce for good as mental health insurance claims continue to rise
ABC News (AU)

Over a 10-year period, mental health claims by Australian workers aged between 30 and 40 have increased by more than 730 per cent, new data has revealed. more…

Texas officials seek ways to further slash potential Trump Medicaid cuts
Raw Story

If Trump makes cuts to Medicaid, Texas officials could seize the opportunity to further slash the program By Lomi Kriel and Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune and ProPublica Dec. 4, 2024 "If Trump makes cuts to Medicaid, Texas officials could seize the opp… more…

EXCLUSIVE: Biden-Harris Admin Opened Floodgates For Taxpayer-Funded Sex Changes On Kids
The Daily Caller

'Predatory practice' more…

Liveblog! Trans Lawyer Chase Strangio Badgers SCOTUS For 'Health Care,' 'Equal Protection'
Wonkette.com

Tennessee AG Jonathan Skrmetti would like to buy a vowel. more…

'Our Thoughts And Prayers Are Out Of Network': Americans React To The Murder Of A Healthcare CEO
Wonkette.com

It might just be a sign that people have been pushed too far. more…

What Actions Can the Biden Admin Take on Abortion Before Trump Takes Office?
19thnews.org

Even faced with a hostile administration, some reproductive rights policies will not disappear immediately. more…

Salary Negotiation Secrets: 8 Top Benefits You Must Hold On To
International Business Times

A thoughtful negotiation shows that you are not only practical but also invested in the company's success. more…

Dark Reactions to Murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Flood Social Media: 'Prior Authorization is Required for Thoughts and Prayers'
International Business Times

Social media users had much to say after news broke that UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Johnson was assassinated in New York City on Wednesday morning. more…

Praise and Gratitude for Killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Explodes On Social Media: 'Honestly What a F--king Hero'
International Business Times

The outpouring of indifference after UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson was assassinated on Wednesday morning continued as social media users praised and even expressed gratitude for his killer. more…

Chillingly Professional UnitedHealthcare CEO Assassination Sparks Fears Real-Life 'Day of the Jackal' Hitman is on Loose in NYC
Radaronline.com

The chillingly professional killing of a UnitedHealthcare CEO has sparked fears a Jackal-style hitman is on the loose in New York City, according to new claims. more…

An Arm and a Leg: New Lessons in the Fight for Charity Care
Kffhealthnews.org

Host Dan Weissmann checks back in on the fight for hospital charity care, with lessons from Dollar For and a savvy listener. more…

John Hancock offers Apple Watch Series 10 to Vitality Program customers
MobiHealthNews

Vitality Program participants receive other rewards and discounts, such as savings on life insurance premiums. more…

Understanding veterinary practitioners’ responses to adverse events using a combined grounded theory and netnographic natural language processing approach
Plos.org

Support that mitigates the detrimental impact of adverse events on human healthcare practitioners is underpinned by an understanding of their experiences. This study used a mixed methods approach to understand veterinary practitioners’ responses to adverse ev… more…

‘Coal kills us as you earn your greenwashed profits’ – How environmentally responsible investors are unwittingly profiting from German mega coal
Voxeurop.eu

While handing out billions in profits to misled responsible investors, asset managers greenwash environmental, health and social damage. A journey into the dark side of sustainable finance made in Europe, from murky meetings with financial brokers in the EU c… more…