A Polk County judge has dismissed one of the central claims in a wrongful death lawsuit involving a Pleasant Hill nursing home. Parkridge Specialty Care of Pleasant Hill is being sued by the estate of Maris Bergis in Polk County District Court. The lawsuit seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages from the home’s corporate owner, […]
As beachgoers flock to water during the busy July Fourth weekend, danger could be lurking in some areas. Researchers this spring discovered flesh-eating bacteria in water in several coastal locations across New York’s Long Island, and town officials in the Hamptons vacation destination posted an alert about the findings. Eight people in Florida have been […]
After healthcare options were expanded for Utah public employees, treatments like in vitro fertilization have been approved as benefits since 2025, and weight loss drugs like GLP-1s since the 2026 legislative session. They do, however, come with some limitations for employees of more than 350 public entities in Utah. Following a state-mandated pilot to allow […]
Splitero reports a record number of homeowners are choosing to stay put due to favorable mortgage rates, despite rising housing wealth and prices.
Planned Parenthood remains cut off from Indiana Medicaid funding even with the expiration of a federal ban on such payments to abortion providers for any healthcare services.
Temple Injury Law reports that Mississippi, New Mexico, and Washington, D.C. have the highest rates of uninsured drivers.
State regulators have revoked the license of a former Iowa physician who surrendered his California medical license amid allegations of inappropriate conduct with juvenile female patients. Last year, the Iowa Board of Medicine charged Dr. Najeeb Khalil Ahmed Ansari with violating the laws or rules governing the practice of medicine in another, unspecified state; failure […]
Ally Financial reports 10 common IRA mistakes to avoid, including underestimating retirement needs, exceeding contribution limits and withdrawal errors.
Vanta reports four risk treatment strategies—mitigate, accept, transfer, and avoid—to effectively manage threats, enhancing resilience over reactive approaches.
LifeStance Health reports that being a sports fan can boost mental health by enhancing well-being, easing loneliness and fostering social connections through shared experiences.
(BPT) - Are you gearing up for a summer vacation? Whether you're going to a family reunion, setting off on an international adventure or looking forward to a relaxing beach getaway, there is no …
Uniqode reports that travel brands should optimize QR code interactions after placement by tracking context, using dynamic content, and ensuring integrations.
Rula reports on the importance of multicultural counseling, emphasizing culturally sensitive care to enhance therapeutic relationships and treatment effectiveness.
Ramp reports that AI token costs for businesses can range from hundreds to hundreds of thousands monthly, with a median spend of $2,246 and an average of $140,842.
Think Ahead & Keep Safety in Mind, Says the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (NAPSI)—Summer storm season is here, but having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather …
Piense con anticipación y mantenga la seguridad en mente, dice el Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (NAPSI)—La temporada de tormentas de verano ha llegado, pero contar con el equipo eléctrico …
Wells Fargo reports on planning a wedding budget by identifying priorities, creating a savings goal, and discussing financial support with family to afford the big day.
State regulators are seeking steep fee hikes on Oregon’s nascent psilocybin industry, a move that critics say would push the already high price tag of a legal mushroom trip even higher while causing more businesses to close. The Oregon Health Authority in late June announced proposed fee increases that would affect virtually every corner of […]
Neighbors Bank reports that rising property taxes and homeowners insurance now consume over 21% of monthly mortgage payments in many U.S. metros, impacting affordability.
(BPT) - For more than 50 years, opening Valpak's iconic Blue Envelope has meant discovering savings from businesses across the country. This July, it could also mean discovering something unexpected: …
(NAPSI)—It’s safe to say, preparing for summer storms with these five suggestions can protect you, your home, and your family throughout the season. Word Count: 23
Washington’s food stamp overpayments and underpayments ticked up this year, and the state could face tens of millions of dollars in added costs if accuracy doesn’t improve. The state’s error rate was 6.98% in the 2025 federal fiscal year, with most mistakes coming from overpayments to recipients under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as […]
(BPT) - At The Home Depot, the goal is to be a one-stop shop that helps Pros manage and grow their business — but running a business means fueling the teams behind it.A Pro's workday doesn't …
MNsure health insurance enrollment dropped by more than 17,000 in May 2026 compared to May 2025. The dip in insurance coverage offered on MNsure — the state’s Affordable Care Act marketplace — mirrors a nationwide trend in 2026. The drop in coverage was expected after most Republican senators blocked Democratic efforts to extend extra federal […]
More Idahoans who receive federal food assistance may now be subject to work requirements under changes implemented this spring. The federal “big beautiful” law passed last July expanded who would need to comply with work requirements to receive assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Idaho implemented the new requirements in April. The […]
