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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

How Unions Shape Later Life for Older Workers

Workers who joined unions decades ago often look back on their careers with different views than those who entered the workforce just a generation later. A recent look at two groups of older Americans—born 18 years apart—shows how labor unions influenced not just paychecks, but also how people felt

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

United Adds “Basic” Business Class to Cut Costs

United Airlines plans to launch a new type of business‑class seat that cuts certain perks, such as free seat selection and lounge entry, to offer lower prices on long‑haul flights. The airline says the idea is to let passengers pay only for what they really want. The plan includes three fare leve

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Higher Baggage Fees Hit Travelers Amid Rising Fuel Costs

United Airlines has announced a hike in checked‑bag charges, raising the fee for the first two bags by $10 and adding an extra $50 for a third bag. The change, effective on tickets bought after April 3, follows a similar move by JetBlue earlier in March. Passengers traveling to the U. S. , Mexico, C

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

United Adds New Ticket Levels for First‑Class Flights

United Airlines is changing how it sells seats in its premium cabins. Instead of just one price, the airline will now offer three levels: base, standard and flexible. The plan starts on long‑haul international routes, across the U. S. , and some Hawaii trips. The base option is the cheapest

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Mar 23 2026HEALTH

Targeted Nano‑Therapies: A New Hope for Autoimmune Suffering

Autoimmune illnesses arise when the body’s defense system attacks its own tissues, causing long‑term pain and damage. Traditional medicines mainly suppress the whole immune system, which can lead to dangerous side effects like bone loss, high blood pressure, and a higher risk of infections. Even dru

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

UnitedHealth Group: Navigating Challenges and Planning for the Future

UnitedHealth Group recently shared its fourth-quarter earnings, showing a slight beat on earnings per share but missing revenue expectations. The company reported $2. 11 in adjusted earnings per share, just above the $2. 10 expected by analysts. However, revenue came in at $113. 2 billion, falling s

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Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Soaring High: United Airlines Eyes Record Profits in 2025

United Airlines recently shared some exciting news. They think they might make more money than ever before in 2025. Why? Because lots of people want to fly, especially for business and in fancy seats. They expect to make between $12 and $14 per share this year. That's close to what experts guessed.

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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Healthcare Changes: What's Next for UnitedHealth?

UnitedHealth's stock took a hit after President Trump's recent talk about healthcare. He mentioned a new plan to cut out insurance brokers and middlemen. This could lower healthcare costs for people, but it's not great news for UnitedHealth. The company makes money from these brokers and middlemen.

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

Ontario Health Workers Take a Stand Against Office Return

Workers at Ontario Health atHome have been doing their jobs remotely for years. This setup has been working well for both the employees and the people who need their services. But now, the government wants them to go back to the office. This is causing problems because there isn't enough space for e

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Why Unions Matter: A Look at Worker's Rights and Power

Unions have been a driving force behind many of the workplace benefits that Americans enjoy today. From paid time off to fair wages, these advancements were not handed down by employers but were fought for by workers who stood together. The AFL-CIO and countless union members have played a significa

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