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Oct 30 2024HEALTH

Medical Bills After Childbirth: A Struggle for the Middle Class

Being middle-class and insured doesn't shield you from the shock of medical bills after childbirth. Jessica, who gave birth at Hospital Sisters Health System, faced this reality. The hospital said they can't discuss individual cases but are committed to fair billing. After NBC News contacted SIU Med

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Oct 30 2024FINANCE

Is the Era of Low Rates Really Over?

At a recent finance CEO panel in Riyadh, Morgan Stanley's CEO, Ted Pick, declared that the days of zero interest rates and inflation are firmly behind us. Pick was referring to the notion that since the end of the Cold War, global conflicts and ideological clashes had diminished, as famously propose

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Oct 29 2024BUSINESS

Pfizer Posts Big Q3 Earnings, Raises Outlook

Pfizer, one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, surprised many analysts with its third-quarter earnings. The company reported earnings of $1. 06 per share, well above the expected $0. 61. Sales also exceeded expectations, coming in at $17. 7 billion compared to the projected $14. 92 bil

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

A Growing Gathering: BRICS and Beyond

In the Russian city of Kazan, a significant meeting is taking place. Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting leaders from China, India, and other countries, in what is known as the BRICS summit. This group initially included Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, but now also counts Ira

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Oct 28 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's $19 Billion Share Sale: A Money Move to Stay in the Game

Boeing has been dealing with a tough time for years now. Two plane crashes and a pandemic later, the company is looking to boost its finances. So, they've just announced a plan to sell some of their shares worth about $19 billion. This isn't their first big money move, as they've already raised $25

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Oct 28 2024POLITICS

Northern Europe and Ukraine: A Growing Alliance

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently highlighted the growing cooperation between Ukraine and Northern European countries. This alliance, often referred to as 'Ukraine plus Northern Europe, ' has been gaining momentum with more steps expected to increase pressure on Russia in the coming w

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Oct 27 2024LIFESTYLE

Zodiac Tips for the Week: Smart Moves and Fresh Ideas!

If you're an Aries born between March 21 and April 20, don't hesitate to ask for financial help. Your loved ones are happy to support you, but make sure to use the money wisely to achieve your long-term goals. Taurus friends, listen up! Everyone has an opinion these days, but you might hear som

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Oct 26 2024BUSINESS

Boeing May Sell Space Programs to Focus on Core Business

Boeing, a well-known aerospace company, is considering selling its space-related programs. This includes the Starliner space vehicle and operations at the International Space Station (ISS). The company's new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, is behind this move as part of a strategy to simplify Boeing's portfolio

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Hot Topic: Biden's New Plan to Help Struggling Student Loan Borrowers

Are you drowning in student loan debt due to unexpected hardships? The Biden administration has come up with a new idea to help out. On Friday, they proposed a plan that might forgive loans for people hit by serious problems like natural disasters or huge medical bills. It's still not clear exactly

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Oct 25 2024BUSINESS

Spirit Airlines' Stock Soars with Planned Job Cuts and Plane Sales

Spirit Airlines’ stock prices have skyrocketed by over 15% following the announcement of significant cost-cutting measures. These measures include the sale of 23 older Airbus aircraft, expected to generate a whopping $519 million. Additionally, the budget airline plans to slash jobs to save around $

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