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In Snohomish County, new year brings changes to health insurance
EVERETT - Local and federal changes to health insurance that went into effect at the start of 2026 have the potential to impact many Snohomish County residents. Locals covered by Humana Medicare Advantage plans got word in November that the…
Comment: Congress should dust off 2019 plan to fix health care
By Roger Stark / For The Herald Health care has become a major policy issue in Congress. The recent government shutdown was caused by the minority party insisting on extending the deadline for the covid-era, generous taxpayer subsidies in the…
Secret fat jab mistakes YOU are at risk of making that could cost you £19,500
FAT jabs can help you shed stubborn pounds, but they can also slim down your bank balance and leave you thousands of pounds worse off in retirement. Millions of Brits are using injections including Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro to lose weight. Your…
Column: Virginia's future depends on clean energy solutions
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The suspension of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project is very worrisome. Virginia needs to bring much more renewable energy online to meet the commonwealth's energy needs and protect our…
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: Citizens reminded Medicare Advantage open enrollment is underway
WILKES-BARRE — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) is reminding older adults that the annual Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period is open until March 31. During this time, beneficiaries who currently have a Medicare Advantage…
I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices
Kristy Hallowell had just lost her job when her energy bill unexpectedly tripled to $1,800 a month. Unable to pay, her gas and electricity were cut off and she, her two children and her mother spent six months of last year relying on a generator to…
Insurance Query: Comprehensive protection, adding a spouse & newborn
Q. Hi, I'm 32. I am a working professional living in a metro. I lead an active lifestyle with regular workouts, weekend treks, and occasional short trips with my wife. With medical expenses steadily rising, I am exploring health insurance options…
How an Attack on Obamacare Saved Abortion in Wyoming
In 2012, voters in Wyoming were asked to approve on three changes to the state constitution: to preserve the right to hunt, fish, and trap; to expand the power of certain judicial employees; and to establish citizens' authority to determine their…
29-year-old American relocated from Atlanta, Georgia to Bahrain, makes $140,000 a year: 'The culture shock was that things are better
Mikayla McGhee is a self-proclaimed military brat. Both of her parents are in the U.S. Navy — her mom served 30 years, and her dad is still on active duty after 40 years. 'My life was moving around from military base to military base,' the…
EU Blue Card Salary Requirements
The EU Blue Card is a special work & residence permit for highly skilled non-EU professionals who want to work and settle in Europe. To qualify, you must earn a minimum salary, which depends on the country and your profession. The EU Blue Card…
Trump faces headwinds on Venezuela, health care as some Republicans break rank
President Donald Trump's military action in Venezuela, as well as threats to Greenland, have spurred some pushback even among congressional Republicans. Seventeen House Republicans voted with Democrats on Thursday on a bill to extend Affordable…
Trump's foreign policy reveals fractures in the GOP
The vote, which requires further consideration in the Senate before even being discussed by the House, comes as more centrist Republicans express their reservations regarding Trump's desire to purchase Greenland. “This is a topic that should…
Prescription of ADHD medication on the rise among youth
Drugs intended to treat ADHD widely misused to boost concentration, academic performance The number of South Korean teenagers turning to ADHD medication as “smart pills” is on the rise, a government report showed Sunday, raising…
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One Of My Goals For 2026 Is To Start a Small Business. How Much Will I Be Taxed?
When you're self-employed, you pay 15.3% in Social Security and Medicare taxes—double what employees pay, because there's no employer to cover half. Tax payments are due quarterly. Missing them triggers IRS penalties that can add up fast.
Millions face tough healthcare choices as ACA enrollment deadline nears
With just days left before the January 15 deadline, millions of Americans are scrambling to choose the right health insurance plan amid significant uncertainty over Affordable Care Act subsidies. ACA premium tax credits expired at the end of last…
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