Health care in the United States costs almost one‑fifth of the country’s economic output, far more than other rich nations. The reasons lie in how the system is organized, funded and run, rather than in medical technology alone. Across the world there are four main ways to deliver health services.
A recent deal between California and Britain to work together on clean energy has sparked some strong reactions. The agreement focuses on things like wind power and aims to open up California's market to British companies. But not everyone is on board with this plan. Former President Donald Trump h
Germany is looking for opinions on new tax rules. These rules are about something called a "permanent establishment. " This term is important for businesses that operate in more than one country. The goal is to make sure everyone understands when a business has a permanent establishment in Germany.
Bobbi Rath Smith made a big difference in the American Thyroid Association. She led the group for almost two decades. Her work started in 2001 and lasted until 2020. She held important roles as the Executive Director and CEO. Her leadership helped the association grow and improve. The American Thyr
Geneva is buzzing with diplomatic action this week. Two big talks are happening there on Tuesday. One is about Iran, and the other is about the Ukraine-Russia conflict. A source close to the situation shared this news. First up, a U. S. team, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will sit down
Restaurant Brands International released its fourth‑quarter results for the year ending December 31, showing earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations. The company earned adjusted profit of 96 cents per share, a touch higher than the 95 cents forecasted by LSEG’s analyst survey. Total
The ceremony took place on Feb. 10 at the CJ ENM Center in Seoul, where creators of six hit shows were honored for their fresh ideas. The awardees included the U. S. drama “Severance” and Korean series such as “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, ” “Boys II Planet, ” “Our Unwritten Seoul, ” and “Study Gro
Cyprus’ top court has ordered an Israeli couple to surrender the keys to their safe deposit boxes, a move that follows a massive crackdown on a €700 million cryptocurrency laundering scheme. The case came after Europol revealed that authorities across Europe—France, Germany, Cyprus, Spain, Malta, Is
Utah recently sent a team of observers to the Winter Games in Milan, Italy, where they got a firsthand look at how the Olympics run. They came from Utah, Los Angeles, the French Alps and Brisbane to learn from the International Olympic Committee. The trip gave them a chance to see how big events are
The richest stars in Britain are not just famous for their talent – they’re also building massive property empires that rival those of top financiers. Among them, the Beckhams stand out with a portfolio worth around $205 million, covering five homes that make up almost a quarter of their total we
