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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Costs Holding Back Opioid Treatment

You might think that treating opioid use disorder is simple with available meds, right? Wrong! Many people face major hurdles, especially when it comes to money. This research wanted to find out why some people give up on treatment. Turns out, the dosh they need to fork out can be a real pain. It's

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Dec 21 2024FINANCE

Zelle’s Million-Dollar Fraud Problem: Banks in Hot Water

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently filed a lawsuit against some of the United States’ biggest banks. These include JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, along with the operator of Zelle—a popular peer-to-peer payment system. The CFPB claims that for the past seven y

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Dec 21 2024FINANCE

Betting with Borrowed Money: Why Credit Cards and Sports Betting Don't Mix

Sports betting is a popular pastime, but it's not always a safe one, especially when people use credit cards to fund their bets. This practice can lead to unexpected fees and debt, making it harder for bettors to win or even break even. Lawmakers and credit card companies could help by stopping this

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Why Some Small Hospitals Struggle More Than Others

Ever wondered why some small hospitals face bigger financial challenges than their larger counterparts? Let's dive into the world of Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) and other acute care hospitals to find out. CAHs, as the name suggests, are crucial for rural communities. They're small, usually wit

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Dec 20 2024FINANCE

Gen Z's Job and Money Woes: A New Kind of Crisis

Young adults from Gen Z are facing a unique challenge. They're calling it a "midlife crisis, " even though they're just in their twenties. The dream of independence has turned into a nightmare for many. Why? Money problems, job instability, and worries about the future are taking a toll. These issue

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Dec 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Shock Claim: Daddy Yankee Accuses Wife of $100 Million Theft

Puerto Rican reggaetón star Daddy Yankee has made a serious accusation. He claims his estranged wife, Mireddys González, took a whopping $100 million from two of his corporate bank accounts. This happened right after he warned her not to make any transactions. Yankee says González and her sister, wh

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Dec 18 2024FINANCE

Fed's Rate Cut: What to Expect for Your Finances

The Federal Reserve is gearing up for another rate cut, which could mean lower interest rates on your credit cards, home loans, and car loans. This will be the third rate cut since September, bringing the total drop to 1 percentage point. While borrowers may celebrate, things get trickier for savers

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Dec 17 2024FINANCE

Why Financial Advisors Are Cautious About Crypto

Cryptocurrencies have been on a roll since the U. S. election in November, with bitcoin hitting a new high above $107, 000 on Monday. But despite these soaring prices and President-elect Donald Trump's pro-crypto policies, many financial advisors are still hesitant to recommend crypto to their clien

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Health Insurance Costs: A Looming Crisis for Millions

Imagine having to pay double for your health insurance. That's what could happen to millions of Americans if federal subsidies don't get extended. Andrea Deutsch, the mayor of a small Pennsylvania town, is one of those who could be hit hard. She already pays $638. 38 a month, which is half of what s

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Dec 17 2024LIFESTYLE

Which Car Mimics Porsche's Luxury for Less?

The question of "Which car is the poor man's Porsche? " might bring up as many opinions as asking who the greatest baseball player of all time is. Online, some automotive fans think it's Porsche's own 914. In fact, a website focused on the 914 has a whole discussion about whether it or even the Karm

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