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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Health Insurers Take a Hit: What's Next for Medicare Advantage?

The stock market is feeling the pinch after the Trump administration dropped a bombshell on health insurers. They proposed keeping Medicare Advantage rates almost unchanged for next year. This news sent shockwaves through the industry, with big names like Humana, CVS Health, and UnitedHealth Group s

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Jan 27 2026OPINION

Finding Common Ground on Anchorage's Housing Puzzle

In Anchorage, a group of neighbors recently came together to tackle the city's housing challenges. They met at North Star Elementary School, some walking, others biking, driving, or joining online. For two hours, they discussed housing, a topic that's been causing quite a stir in the city. Instead

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback: Why Vaccination Rates Matter

Measles is back with a vengeance in Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that several countries, including the UK, have lost their measles-free status. This news comes after a surge in infections across the continent. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan also

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

A Look at Recent Events: Protests, Politics, and Weather

The country is buzzing with news from all corners. Let's dive in. Protests have broken out across the U. S. after a federal agent shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. This is the second time in a short period that someone from Minneapolis has died during an encounter with immigration officia

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

U. S. Exits WHO: A Shift in Global Health Leadership

In a move that has stirred up quite a bit of debate, the United States has officially stepped back from the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision comes a year after President Donald Trump first announced the intention to leave the global health body. The reason? The Trump administration cla

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Jan 26 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Unexpected Ally: Trump's Surprising Impact

Anthony Scaramucci, a well-known figure in finance, recently shared his thoughts on how the Trump administration affected the world of cryptocurrencies. He believes that Trump's time in office was actually quite good for the crypto industry. Scaramucci pointed out that Trump saw the potential in cr

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

UK Government to Shift Focus from Non-Crime Hate Incidents to Real Crimes

The UK government has decided to change its approach to non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs). Instead of recording these incidents, they want police to focus on real crimes. NCHIs are not actual crimes, but they can still cause problems for people accused of them. These incidents can show up on police r

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Jan 26 2026FINANCE

Housing Finance Gets a Shake-Up: What's the Real Deal?

The housing finance landscape is experiencing a significant shift. Bill Pulte, the leader of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), has given Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac the go-ahead to acquire a much larger amount of mortgage bonds. This decision could have far-reaching effects on the housing ma

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

A Judge's Stand: Protecting Families from Sudden Immigration Rule Changes

A recent court decision has put a halt to a significant immigration policy shift. A judge in Boston has temporarily stopped the current administration from ending the legal status of around 8, 400 people. These individuals are family members of U. S. citizens and green card holders. They originally

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Trump Takes on Wall Street: A Battle of Power and Politics

The recent legal action by former President Donald Trump against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon shows a growing tension between Trump and major financial institutions. This lawsuit, seeking $5 billion, claims that Trump and his businesses had their accounts closed for political reasons. Trum

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