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Nov 19 2024BUSINESS

CVS Health Expands Board with New Faces and Fresh Ideas

CVS Health has bolstered its board of directors, adding four new members, including the CEO of a hedge fund that has been vocal about the company’s struggles. The latest development comes after productive discussions with shareholder Glenview Capital Management, which holds about a 1% stake in CVS H

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Nov 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Friend's Celebrity Chat Habit: A Red Flag?

Imagine your friend is glued to their phone, chatting non-stop with famous musicians. They might believe these celebrities are planning to visit or even ask for money. But wait, is this real or a scam? Let's dive in. Telegram, a popular messaging app, has millions of users. Some might be celebritie

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Nov 17 2024EDUCATION

Trouble in Santa Clara: Board and Superintendent Conflict Affects Students

A recent report has highlighted some serious issues in the Santa Clara County Office of Education. The 42-page report found that the county’s education board wasn’t following its own rules, leading to a strained relationship with the office’s administration. This could end up costing the county and

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Nov 16 2024BUSINESS

Ideal Power Makes Waves with B-TRAN™ Tech and New Partnerships

Ideal Power Inc. , a company dedicated to revolutionizing power switches, has shared its Q3 2024 achievements. Their star product, the B-TRAN™ bidirectional semiconductor power switch, is catching the eye of big players in electric vehicles and renewable energy. The company has been busy collaborati

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Pregnancy Billing Surprise: Paying Upfront for Baby Care

In the middle of her pregnancy, Kathleen Clark was asked to pay $960 at her OB-GYN's office. This wasn't a standard bill after insurance, but an upfront fee for future care. She was shocked because usually, bills come after the baby is born. Kathleen felt trapped. The practice was linked to a birthi

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Nov 16 2024EDUCATION

Jay-Z and Wharton Team Up to Teach HBCU Students Money Skills

Rapper Jay-Z and his mother, Gloria Carter, have been working through their Shawn Carter Foundation to support Black communities for years. Now, they're focusing on financial literacy for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Partnering with the Wharton School of the Univ

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Nov 15 2024EDUCATION

Rapper Jay-Z's Foundation Teams Up for HBCU Financial Literacy

Can you imagine getting ready for your dream job, but feeling like you're missing some key skills? That's where Jay-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation comes in. They've teamed up with the Wharton School of Business and Toyota North America to launch the Champions for Financial Legacy (CFFL). This program a

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Nov 14 2024BUSINESS

What Happens to Your DNA Data if 23andMe Sinks?

You've sent your saliva to 23andMe for genetic testing, but what happens if the company runs into trouble? Recently, 23andMe announced they're letting go of 40% of their staff. After their board resigned last year, the company's stock nosedived, raising doubts about its future. CEO Anne Wojcicki say

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Nov 14 2024HEALTH

Young Adults with Breast Cancer: Struggling with Finances

Breast cancer isn't just a health issue; it can also turn into a financial struggle, especially for young adults aged 18 to 39. Though they make up a small portion of those diagnosed, they're more likely to face money problems. But why do these financial troubles stick around for so long? The answer

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Nov 13 2024FINANCE

Don't Miss These Small Details During Open Enrollment

When it's time to pick your insurance plans at work, everyone tends to focus on the big stuff like premiums and deductibles. But it's the smaller details that can cause real headaches. For instance, life insurance is usually a no-brainer—a free policy with no premiums? Check! But hold up, there's mo

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