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Paul LePage, Ex-Governor of Maine, Flips House Seat to Republicans
Paul LePage, a bombastic former governor of Maine who once described himself as “Donald Trump before Donald Trump,” has defeated his progressive challenger, according to The Associated Press. He becomes the rare Republican in the…
Africa must rethink how it invests in healthcare
I arrived in Nairobi for a continental media workshop on health investment in Africa, organised by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), expecting to learn about the challenges facing health systems across the continent, the…
Seven ways Democrats can help ordinary Americans and stand up to the oligarchs
Get your news from a source that's not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. The historic repudiation of President Donald Trump's agenda on Election Day had lots of ingredients. Voters were outraged over data…
2027 Open Season Exchange: OPM's Matt Kiley on healthcare decisions, future plans
As federal employees face another year of higher health insurance costs in 2027, the Office of Personnel Management is urging enrollees to shop carefully during Open Season, while also highlighting anti-fraud initiatives that officials hope will…
Democrats gather in Denver to debate party's future after US midterm wins
After winning control of the US Congress in the midterm elections, Democrats will descend on Denver on Thursday for a conference on the future of the party. The two-day conference, titled What's Next, presents itself as a forum to debate the…
Expert's 5 questions NHS patients should ask to get treated sooner
An expert has listed five essential questions he claims more NHS patients should ask, as they may help speed up their care. His advice comes as he strongly urges anyone stuck on NHS waiting lists to explore alternative treatment options amid…
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Navigating the regulatory maze of influencer marketing
Influencer marketing has changed the way brands speak to consumers. What began largely as sponsored posts and celebrity endorsements has become integrated brand strategy. As the creator economy becomes more complex, a question remains: is the…
'Necessary expense': More customers are willing to spend $400 (or more) for a haircut
Add Boston.com on Google (opens in a new tab) Add Boston.com as your preferred source on Google to see more of our stories. It's around noon on a recent weekday, and the upscale salons lining Newbury Street are booked solid. Rows of women in…
Trump administration fast-tracks ibogaine research for PTSD
Kennedy said the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, or ARPA-H, is committing up to $4.9 million to advance ibogaine research for PTSD to fast-track clinical trial development. The National Institute for Mental Health also announced a $20…
Orange County school board to vote on teacher health care contract dispute
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orange County School Board is set to vote Friday on a months-long contract dispute with the teachers' union — a decision that affects the financial future of more than 10,000 teachers. The dispute comes down to…
CVS is planning a huge corporate breakup after drug price criticism. Did Louisiana play a role?
CVS Health — a massive enterprise that owns an insurer, a benefits management company, health clinics and retail pharmacies, among others — announced this month it is splitting off its pharmacy business into a completely separate…
Here's what's behind the spiking Penobscot County budget
Rising health insurance costs, deferred maintenance and fully funding the county jail are driving Penobscot County's proposed 23% budget hike. The county's budget has risen sharply in recent years. Last year, commissioners approved a 15.6% jump.
How predictive analytics is reshaping everyday business decisions - what employers actually look for
Every morning, before a hospital clinic opens its doors or a freight truck pulls out of a warehouse, algorithms have already weighed the odds of the day ahead—estimating patient turnouts, port delays, and employee turnover risks. This is the…
How the 7 healthcare workers who just got elected to Congress plan to fix our broken system
Last week's blue tsunami carried a lot of white coats: At least seven newly elected Democrats have medical degrees or nursing careers. Pediatrician Annie Andrews of South Carolina scored one of the most shocking Senate victories of election night…
Fortress Biotech: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors
On its third-quarter 2026 earnings call, held on Nov. 12, 2026, Fortress Biotech (FBIO -1.00%) reported total quarterly revenue of $19 million. Expanding commercial coverage and prescription volume for core dermatology products determine whether…
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