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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

UnitedHealth's Big Steps to Fix Trust Issues

UnitedHealth Group has shared the first findings from an independent audit of its business practices. The company has promised to make changes in three key areas. They have 23 action plans in place. By the end of 2025, 65% of these plans will be done. The rest will be completed by March next year.

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Dec 17 2025RELIGION

When Politics Walk into the Pews

Churches have always been about bringing people together. But lately, something has changed. Politics have started to sneak into sermons and services. This shift is causing problems. It's making people feel uncomfortable. Some even leave their churches because of it. The idea that one political vie

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Dec 15 2025RELIGION

Faith, Art, and Immigration: Churches Make Bold Statements

Churches are using Nativity scenes to make strong statements about immigration. In Charlotte, a church's Nativity scene includes ICE agents approaching the Holy Family. This was done to highlight the recent immigration enforcement actions in the city. The scene was vandalized by an unidentified man

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Dec 01 2025BUSINESS

UnitedHealth Takes a Big Step Back from South America

UnitedHealth has made a significant move. They have agreed to sell their South American business to a private equity firm called Patria. This deal is worth a cool $1 billion. The final agreement was signed on Saturday, and the announcement is expected on Monday. Sources say this, but they want to st

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Healthcare's Digital Revolution: Why Cutting Remote Monitoring is a Step Backwards

UnitedHealthcare's plan to limit remote patient monitoring (RPM) reimbursement starting in 2026 is a big mistake. They will only cover heart failure and hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. This decision ignores the growing evidence that RPM helps manage common conditions like hypertension and d

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Oct 25 2025BUSINESS

UnitedHealth's AI Bet: A Smart Move or Just Another Gamble?

UnitedHealth Group is diving into the world of artificial intelligence with a new tool called Optum Real. This AI system aims to make medical claims processing easier and faster. It translates complex insurance rules into simple instructions, helping doctors and billing teams quickly see if a claim

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Oct 24 2025BUSINESS

Optum's Finance Chief Moves On: What's Next for UnitedHealth?

UnitedHealth's Optum unit is seeing a shift at the top. The CFO, who took the job just a few months ago, is heading back to the UK. This is not the first change we've seen in the company's leadership. The CEO is working hard to steer the company in a new direction after some tough times. The news c

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Aug 12 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Free TV Shows Take Off on United Airlines

United Airlines has teamed up with Apple to bring free TV shows to passengers. Now, travelers can enjoy select Apple TV+ series on seatback screens and the United app. The initial lineup includes popular shows like "Severance, " "Ted Lasso, " and "Silo, " with more content being added monthly. This

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Mar 24 2025BUSINESS

United Club's New Membership Plans: What's Changing

United Airlines has decided to shake things up with its United Club lounge access. The changes are not as extreme as some other airlines, but they are still important to note. The airline has rolled out two new membership options. The first is the Individual membership. It's priced at 750 dollars o

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Mar 03 2025ENVIRONMENT

Flying Towards a Greener Future: United Airlines' Big Bet on Clean Air

United Airlines is taking a bold step towards reducing its carbon footprint. The company has invested in a cutting-edge technology that sucks carbon dioxide straight from the air. This isn't just about waiting for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to become more available. United Airlines Ventures Sus

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