A new contract dispute between Legacy Health and Regence BlueCross could push costs higher for people who use Legacy’s hospitals. The two companies are in talks, but their current deal ends on March 31 and a fresh agreement has not yet been signed. If no compromise is reached, patients will still be
The French navy stopped a ship in the western Mediterranean on Friday. They say the tanker is part of Russia’s shadow fleet, a group that moves oil when sanctions are in place. The vessel, called Deyna, flew a false flag and was headed from Murmansk. French officials said they boarded the s
People in their fifties and beyond are stepping into business ownership more than ever. The rise of the “Founder” label on professional networks has surged, especially after 2022, as layoffs and economic shifts push workers to seek freedom outside traditional employment. Many older adults face the c
The lawyer for the late financier spoke before Congress, saying his client needed large amounts of cash to keep many homes running. He mentioned houses in New York, Florida, New Mexico, Paris and the U. S. Virgin Islands. The money was used for things like repairs, daily supplies, gifts and fuel for
ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok, has decided to hand over its gaming studio Moonton to a Saudi‑backed firm. Moonton is best known for the hit mobile title Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, which has millions of players worldwide. The deal was announced in Hong Kong on March 20 and is
April brings a mix of online classes and workshops for anyone working with rubber. These aren’t just basic lessons—they focus on real-world problems and new technologies. For example, a course on April 2 explains how rubber’s stretchy and squishy behaviors affect product design. Another session on A
In Brussels, European leaders gathered to talk about how the fighting in the Middle East is pushing up oil and gas costs. They said they will not send troops to help the United States or Israel protect the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil. The meeting started with worries about rising en
Ripple, the firm behind the digital currency XRP, has announced plans to broaden its services in Brazil. The company will offer cross‑border payments, digital asset custody, prime brokerage and treasury management in the country. It will also seek a banking licence from Brazil’s central authority, s
A new sitcom on NBC has captured my attention with its sharp humor and clever storytelling, yet it seems to be slipping through the cracks. The show, which blends playful dance scenes, goofy romance, a charismatic lead couple, and a memorable German antagonist, stands out as a strong first season th
Matsui Securities, a trailblazer in Japan’s online trading scene, is exploring a partnership with several leading domestic banks and financial firms. The company has started early conversations about a potential capital alliance that could reshape its future strategy. Talks are still in the in
