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Dec 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Singapore and Canada Team Up to Boost Quantum Tech

Singapore's A*STAR and Canada's Xanadu have joined forces to push quantum technology forward. They've signed a deal to work together on several projects, like making quantum computers more accurate and creating better quantum light sources. This isn't their first time collaborating, but now they're

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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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Oct 10 2025POLITICS

Singapore's Online LGBTQ+ Talks: A Decade in Review

Singapore is a place where old and new ideas mix in interesting ways. The country is very tech-savvy, but it still has a law from colonial times that makes homosexuality illegal. This law, called Section 377A, was not strictly enforced, but it was still there. It was like a reminder of what society

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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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Jul 17 2025FINANCE

Where the Rich Pay the Most: A Look at the Top 10 Cities

Singapore is still the priciest place for wealthy folks, according to a recent study. This is the third year in a row it's held this spot. The study looked at the cost of fancy stuff like cars, jewelry, and private schools in 25 big cities around the world. It also asked rich people with at least $1

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

Singapore's Dilemma: Should the Government Fund Heart Pumps?

Singapore is considering a big move. It's looking into whether it should fund a special medical device. This device is for people with severe heart failure. These individuals cannot receive a heart transplant. The country is trying to figure out if this device is a good use of public funds. However,

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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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