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Business - MarketWatch
Social Security and Medicare affect almost everyone — and they’re barely being discussed
When it comes to entitlements, both presidential candidates have been vague and misleading5 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
National IV Fluid Shortage Could Affect Hospital Surgeries for Weeks
Hurricane Helene knocked out the Baxter International plant in North Carolina that makes about 60 percent of the crucial medical supply, creating a knock-on effect that may persist for a while.8 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
How did the bungled FAFSA rollout affect America’s students? It depends on who you look at.
Government data indicate more students will be using financial aid this year — at the same time that enrollment among college freshman is likely to be down.8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Medical student shot dead at Memphis cancer walk
A medical student was shot and killed at a cancer walk in Memphis over the weekend. Authorities have charged her ex-boyfriend with murder.12 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
How new tax changes for 2025 could affect federal tax liabilities for families
The IRS has announced new changes affecting the earned income tax credit, child tax credit, adoption credit and annual gift tax exclusion for 2025.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
How losing your sense of smell affects breathing patterns and mental health
Losing or not having your sense of smell may be linked to changes in breathing that could lead to depression, social isolation or other mental health problems, a new study suggests.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Justin Herbert joins long line of quarterbacks to win Jim Harbaugh's affection
Harbaugh started gushing about his QB from the moment he took the Chargers job. Five games in, what's the state of relations between Harbaugh and Herbert?2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Elections Affect Our Shopping
We explore why consumers tend to get skittish about major purchases ahead of a general election.3 days ago -
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Tech - The Wall Street Journal
How College Students Beat Boeing in a Battle to Take Down Drones
A device that blasts sound waves shows how smaller players are competing against the defense giants.4 days ago -
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Business - The New York Times
‘A Rip-Off’: Students Secure a Final Settlement Against Walden University
A $28.5 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the university helped create a fresh precedent for prosecuting predatory advertising in for-profit education.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
USDA lists over 150 schools that may be affected by listeria recall
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said over 150 schools received BrucePac products likely contaminated by listeria, as per a Thursday release. All ready-to-eat meat and poultry produced by ...5 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
University of Alabama students charged in alleged fraternity hazing incidents
Several University of Alabama students were charged in alleged fraternity hazing incidents after a pledge said he was shoved and stepped on and had things thrown at him.5 days ago -
World - ABC News
Ivory Coast dissolves student unions after deaths and a police raid
The government of Ivory Coast has announced a ban on all student union associations following the death of two students and the arrest of 17 suspects5 days ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Call of Duty MW3's Poor Reception Did Not Affect Black Ops 6 Campaign, Developer Says
The MW3 campaign was the worst-received Call of Duty campaign in recent memory. In the GameSpot review , S.E. Doster gave the single player mode a 5/10. Other reviews were similarly mixed . ...5 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Ancelotti says Mbappé 'not affected' by reports of investigation in Sweden
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Kylian Mbappé “is not affected” by the Swedish media reports this week that said the France captain was the subject of a rape investigation5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Elon Musk has been inescapable in this election. How could he affect the results?
Tesla and SpaceX chief’s behavior sets him apart from even the most politically active billionaires – serving as a Trump policy adviser and mega-donor. Less than a month before the presidential ...5 days ago - Elon Musk -
Business - Inc.
Biden Cancels Another $4.5 Billion in Student Debt
The executive decision will help 60,000 borrowers, bringing the total number of public service workers getting loan forgiveness to more than 1 million.6 days ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - NBC News
Minnesota's St. Olaf College leads the nation in student voter turnout
Nearly 90% of students at Minnesota's St. Olaf College will vote in the 2024 election. NBC News' Joe Fryer reports on how non-partisan "election ambassadors" who encourage classmates to cast their ...6 days ago - College Football -
Top stories - CBS News
U.S. forgives $4.5 billion in student debt for 60,000 public employees
The Biden administration's latest round of relief should have borrowers learning of their canceled debt in coming weeks.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Biden administration forgives student loans for 60,000 public service workers
The Biden administration announced on Thursday that it is forgiving the student loans for more than 60,000 public service workers. The move gives $4.5 billion in debt relief to teachers, ...6 days ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
University student dies after incident at gym
Police say the death is "being treated as unexplained".6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Benefits, interest rates and pensions - how September's inflation figure affects you
The cost of living is always important but this month's has a particular extra impact for millions of people.October 16 -
World - ABC News
Students are injured in clashes with Pakistani police over reports of an on-campus rape
More than two dozen students have been injured in clashes with Pakistani police over reports of an on-campus rape of a young womanOctober 16 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Knicks' Landry Shamet suffers serious injury in preseason win — how it could affect roster
The Knicks rested their starters on Tuesday but couldn’t avoid an unfortunate preseason injury when Landry Shamet suffered a serious right shoulder injury in the third quarter of New York’s win ...October 16 -
Top stories - ABC News
How Hurricanes Helene and Milton could affect the 2024 election
Hurricanes Helene and Milton may not change many voters' minds, but they could dampen turnout in the hardest-hit areas.October 15 -
Top stories - NBC News
Hamilton College student admits to posting antisemitic remarks on campus, police say
A Hamilton College student has been charged with posting antisemitic remarks on campus, authorities said Monday.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Massive meat recall includes hundreds of products sold at Walmart, Target, more
Check your fridge and freezer: A massive meat recall linked to possible listeria contamination has impacted hundreds of ready-to-eat meals sold at major grocery store chains across the U.S., ...October 15 -
Business - Inc.
Why This Tiny Island Chain in the Indian Ocean Could Affect Your Website’s Domain Name
Mauritius taking control of the Chagos Islands could have a ripple effect on websites using the .io construction. Here’s how.October 14 -
World - ABC News
Bus carrying university students crashes in Egypt, killing 12 and injuring 33
The Egyptian health ministry says a bus crashed and overturned on a highway in northeastern Egypt, killing 12 people and injuring 33 othersOctober 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Zionists are students too: University professors should take heed
Political ideology discrimination may not violate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, but it is nonetheless misconduct for a college professor.October 14 -
Business - Inc.
Once Incarcerated, Now This Man Connects Students to Clean Energy Careers
Clean energy careers are on the rise, and one expert is showing students the way to find them,October 13