Ever wondered who's calling the shots in the U. S. health insurance market? It's not a secret that a few big players have been gobbling up smaller companies. Take CVS Health, for instance. In 2018, they scooped up Aetna. That same year, Cigna bought Express Scripts. Fast forward to 2023, Kaiser Perm
Get ready, tech lovers! CES 2025 is hitting Las Vegas from January 7-10, and this year, it's all about artificial intelligence (AI). Expect to see AI in everything from your toaster to your car dashboard. Tech giants like Samsung and LG are betting big on AI, promising fridges that anticipate your n
McDonald's is on a mission to go green, but their new "sustainable" straws are leaving customers unhappy. These flimsy plastic straws just can't handle the chain's famous milkshakes or sodas. Some folks even need to use two or three straws to get the job done. Isn't that kind of missing the point of
Welcome to the New Year in Illinois! The state's lawmakers have been busy, passing a bunch of new laws that will affect how we live and work. Let's dive in and see what's changed. First up, there's a big deal with health insurance. The state has banned so-called "junk insurance" plans that don't co
Imagine buying a car that doesn't work right, or using a product that causes harm. In many states, there are laws to protect consumers from such things. But what about our schools? Two families in Massachusetts decided they'd had enough of the poor education their kids were getting. They sued the cr
Honey, a popular browser extension, helps you find discounts while shopping online and offers reward points for purchases. But a recent YouTube video raised concerns about how Honey operates. The video, created by Jono from MegaLag, suggests that Honey might not always provide the best deals, and it
Ever thought about what a real mechanic would say about new pickups? Well, one expert has shared some insights that might surprise you. According to Tomasz Mazurkiewicz, the CEO of Truck1, there are a few trucks to be cautious about. Let's talk about the 2018 Ford F-150. It's not all about looks, f
People are buzzing about Walmart's version of the famous Hermès Birkin bag, nicknamed the "Wirkin. " This leather handbag is a budget-friendly alternative to the luxurious French brand. Priced between $78 and $128, it has quickly become popular, appearing to sell out on Walmart's website due to soci
In 2024, shoppers and diners in the U. S. were more careful with their money. High housing and food prices made people choosy about where they spent. Wealthy folks, for instance, started shopping at stores like Walmart and Aldi instead of pricier places. Eating out? People opted for fast food or coo
Meet Rachel Kaplan and her husband, Andrew Sheffield, from Arden, North Carolina. Last year, they found out they were expecting a baby and didn't have health insurance. Their doctor suggested they join Sedera, a nonprofit that works like insurance but with less hassle. How does it work? Members cont
