FUND

Nov 08 2024FINANCE

Building a Better Pension System: Leveraging Human Capital

Ever thought about why current pension systems might not work as well as they could? A big issue is that they don't consider how much each person has contributed to raising the next generation. This is a problem because the current pay-as-you-go (PAYG) system treats everyone the same, even if they d

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

Healthcare Funding Trends in EU: A Quantitative Journey

Healthcare plays a huge role in Europe's economy. To understand and guess future funding, researchers use mathematical models. Three big ways to look at healthcare funding are: government spending on health as a chunk of GDP, as a slice of all government spending, and how much each person gets. This

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Nov 07 2024HEALTH

How EU Countries Fund Healthcare: Trends and Predictions

Healthcare is a big deal in the European Union (EU). It's one of the most critical parts of the public economy. To understand and predict how much money is spent on healthcare, researchers use different mathematical methods to create models. These models help spot trends and make future predictions.

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Nebraska Voters Say Yes to Abortion Ban, No to Expansion

In a historic move, Nebraska voters have decided to keep the state's current abortion restrictions in place. They voted to enshrine a ban on abortions after 12 weeks in the state constitution. This ban, passed by the state legislature last year, allows exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or when t

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

California's Healthcare Shift: Making Medi-Cal Tax Permanent

Imagine you're in California, and you're part of the 14 million people who rely on Medi-Cal for healthcare. Now, let's talk about Proposition 35. This isn't just another proposition; it's a big deal because it's about making a tax on managed healthcare plans permanent. Why? Well, this tax has been a

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Minnesota Brewery Seeks Public Help to Keep Brewing

Imagine this: a brewery in Minnesota is turning to its community for help. Trove Brewing, started just last year by Jeffrey and Angie Crane in Burnsville, is facing some tough times. They've launched a crowdfunding campaign, hoping to raise $75, 000 to keep their dream alive. So, why the need for do

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

How the Future of ETFs Hinges on Tuesday's Vote

The exchange-traded funds (ETF) sector is preparing for big changes starting in 2025, and who wins Tuesday's election might influence these changes. A likely victory for Republican Donald Trump could mean less strict rules than the past four years. Whoever comes into office, ETF companies are gettin

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Marblehead's Teacher Contract Tangle: A $5M Hurdle

In the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts, there's a big disagreement happening between the School Committee and the Marblehead Education Association (MEA). They're trying to figure out new contracts for teachers and staff, but they're stuck on a $5 million difference. The MEA thinks the schools need

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Nov 05 2024BUSINESS

Inquis Medical Secures $40 Million to Boost Thrombectomy System

Inquis Medical, a company focused on improving medical devices, just got a big boost. They've raised $40 million in a Series B funding round. The lead investor is Marshall Wace, a globally recognized firm. Existing investors like ShangBay Capital and EnPointe Ventures also chipped in. This money wil

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Nov 04 2024CRIME

Santa Clara County Education Offices Face Investigation Over Funds

In a surprising turn of events, Santa Clara County's Office of Education (SCCOE) has launched an investigation into claims of misusing public funds. The news comes after the sudden dismissal of the former superintendent. Independent auditors have been called in to look into issues like questionable

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