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Premiums for Employer-Sponsored Family Health Coverage Top $28,000 in 2026
Workers are paying on average $7,471 annually toward the premiums for employer-sponsored family health benefits this year, which is up 9%, or $621, from 2025, according to KFF’s annual benchmark health benefits survey of large and small employers.
'Food Is Medicine' Shows Fixing the Food System Is a Public Health Priority
Food Is Medicine by Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian offers a path toward a healthier food system that benefits people, communities, and the planet.
Triad Business Bank renews criticism of M&F Bank deal
Greensboro’s Triad Business Bank launched more criticism of the plan by Durham-based M&F Bancorp, to merge into a larger African-American-owned peer, Optus Financial of Columbia, South Carolina. M&F has rebuffed offers since August from Triad, which hopes to derail M&F’s combination with Optus in a transaction valued at about $105 million. M&F plans a Nov. […]
The Supply Side: Suppliers learn to challenge category placement
One in every five dollars spent on grocery items in the United States goes to Walmart. And while consumer product companies, large and small, have conformed their business to the...
Apple bets iPhone Duo can remake foldable market as sales begin
By Aditya Soni Oct 23 (Reuters) - For nearly two decades Apple has made only small changes to the iPhone, its money machine.
Told he was science fiction: Now the tissue he printed restored people's sight
A decade after founding Precise Bio, five patients at Rambam Health Care Campus have already received corneal implants produced by the company. And what about printing other organs?
MLB free agency Top 50: Ranking the best players available this winter, starting with Tarik Skubal and Freddy Peralta
Northwestern vs. Rutgers: 3 Things to Expect From the Wildcats
Northwestern looks to improve to 6-1 against Rutgers as the Wildcats aim for another explosive offensive performance while navigating key injuries.
Commentary: New treasurer, same State Health Plan mistakes
I do not doubt that the treasurer’s office is trying to manage costs. However, its current approach appears to replicate the same approach that Briner criticized in his predecessor.
The 2026 election could reshape healthcare
Why everyone who cares about healthcare reform should vote in the midterms.
Aetherion Expands Houston Industrial Water Treatment Business
Aetherion expands its Houston water treatment operations. Workforce growth and added services support its strategy to acquire regional providers.
Clavicular pleads not guilty to raping a 17-year-old
'Looksmaxxing' influencer Braden Peters, a.k.a. Clavicular, has pleaded not guilty to charges that he raped a teenager at his family home.
How a Miller School of Medicine Student Uses Comics to Explore Health and Belonging
Medical student Iris Hyun-A Kim uses comics to explore how identity, culture and community shape health, illness and belonging.
Big Sky students get a head start on business through International Baccalaureate Program
Two-year course challenges juniors and seniors to analyze real companies, explore business strategy and develop critical thinking skills By Leslie
‘You are more’: Former Mountain Home student leads mental health initiative
When Ava Johnson saw how an injury kept her sister from playing sports, she wanted to raise awareness for her entire town.
NBA finally reveals if LaMelo Ball travelled on viral play
The star Minnesota Timberwolves guard canned a controversial three-pointer on opening night.
Former Texans star J.J. Watt officially replaces Tony Romo as CBS Sports' lead NFL analyst
Former Houston Texans star J.J. Watt has signed a multi-year deal to permanently replace Tony Romo as CBS Sports' lead NFL analyst alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson.
Christy Turlington says she 'will never alter or augment' her face; instead, she uses this science-backed skin care line
"I feel like I’ve earned and deserve better care when it comes to my skin," she told Vogue.
Hilary Swank reveals how she kept her pregnancy at 52 a secret
Hilary Swank says it wasn’t that difficult to keep her third pregnancy a secret thanks to people in her life being so ‘respectful of my privacy.’
Study on 500K People Shows Best Way To Drink Tea For Heart Health
The best temperature, amount, and type of tea.
Teenage Engineering launched an instrument amp with a ton of built-in effects
TE’s EP-35 is a battery-powered speaker for your synths, guitar, and voice.
Mays Business School offers new Masters of Science program in Sports Business Analytics
On Oct. 7, Mays Business School launched a new Masters of Science in Sports Business Analytics, which will be the first sports-centered program at the school. In this new program, students will learn how to connect analytics to the business of sports organizations, and it will contain an industry-related curriculum that includes quantitative analysis, data...
Mays Business School offers new Masters of Science program in Sports Business Analytics
On Oct. 7, Mays Business School launched a new Masters of Science in Sports Business Analytics, which will be the first sports-centered program at the school. In this new program, students will learn how to connect analytics to the business of sports organizations, and it will contain an industry-related curriculum that includes quantitative analysis, data...
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope Enters Final Commissioning Phase
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope mission has now entered the science commissioning phase, having successfully completed a comprehensive checkout and
Airbnb Just Banned Checkout Chores. It’s a Massive Warning to Every Business Still Outsourcing Labor to Customers
Airbnb just banned checkout chores. Learn why outsourcing operational labor to customers destroys goodwill and what it teaches every business.
HVAC issue ignites fire at Marketplace Dr. business
Hampton Roads Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina News, Weather, Traffic and Sports.
3 Subspecialties Gaining Investor and Operator Traction
This is an exclusive BHB+ article. Outpatient mental health services have been the investor darling for nearly a decade. And I don’t see that trend
Tom Skerritt, star of ‘Alien’ and familiar face at SIFF, dies at 93
Tom Skerritt, the acclaimed character actor who starred in “Alien,” “Top Gun,” “Contact” and more, died Wednesday at his home in Seattle. He was 93.
University of New Haven Student Explores the Power of Peer Support in
University of New Haven Master of Public Health student Donrine Adeyinka Theo Harding ’28 MPH reflects on a Born This Way Foundation event exploring how peer support, mental health education, and mean
Idaho’s health agency director to step down by end of year
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Director Juliet Charron said she’d be stepping back to provide more support to her family.
Gemini app expands Google Maps Personal Intelligence, replacing Deep Think
Besides coming to Android Auto this week, Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app is also expanding its Google Maps integration.
4 Knicks Keys To Victory For Friday’s Matchup Versus Celtics
After falling in their season opener on Tuesday, the New York Knicks will travel to TD Garden to play the Boston Celtics on Friday. Boston lost their season opener in Detroit on Tuesday, so both of these preseason top Eastern Conference teams will be vying for their first win of the campaign. Here are four …
CSU’s Ties with TimelyCare Raise Red Flags for Student Mental Health
Two weeks ago, we raised alarms over CSU management’s strange fixation on TimelyCare and their push to enter into a systemwide contract with the private,
Bears are celebrating Mike Ditka's legacy in the best way
Chicago will play its first home game since the coach passed away.
15 charged in massive $2 billion L.A. health care fraud crackdown
Federal authorities charged 15 people, including six medical professionals, in a sweeping Los Angeles-area health care fraud crackdown involving $2 billion in alleged fraudulent claims, the Justice…
Small businesses are getting clobbered by health insurance costs
Health insurance costs have risen for small business workers, who face higher family coverage costs and fewer plan choices than larger firms.
Small businesses are getting clobbered by health insurance costs
Health insurance costs have risen for small business workers, who face higher family coverage costs and fewer plan choices than larger firms.
Cost of employer-sponsored health insurance plans rises again, nonpartisan survey finds
The price health insurance companies charge for employer-sponsored plans increased again this year, as did the deductible many people must pay before those plans begin covering most healthcare costs, according to a survey released Thursday by the nonpartisan health organization KFF.
Baker Mayfield: 'Take Care of Business' vs. Carolina
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke to the media following Thursday's Week 7 practice. QB Baker Mayfield discussed his recovery process, what he learned from the sidelines and taking things one day at a time.
Microsoft Diagnostic AI Outperforms Generalist Physicians in Science Study
Microsoft's MAI-DxO diagnostic system outperformed participating generalist physicians on complex diagnostic cases in a peer-reviewed study published October 22, 2026 in Science, which reported 83.2% accuracy for the sys...
Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative to open full-service hospital in August 2027
The Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative plans to operate as a full-service hospital in Chippewa Falls next summer after securing funding.
DOJ, state launch separate health care fraud crackdowns, arresting over 100 people across California
Federal authorities arrested 15 people, including a doctor, in Los Angeles, while California officials announced the arrests of 103 people statewide in separate health care fraud investigations.
1Password launches a way for AI agents to log in on your behalf without seeing your password
The new feature allows agents to log into a customer's personal accounts while still protecting the private credentials that secure those accounts.
Employer Political Activity During the 2026 Midterms: Key FAQs
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, employers may have questions about whether (and how) they can support candidates or political positions. This FAQ addresses common questions about company political activity, communications with employees, mandatory political meetings, and political contributions.
Valve Employee Seemingly Slips Up And Says Rumored Half-Life 3 Codename On Stage
Wait a minute, what's HLX?
Inside Trisha Yearwood’s Weight Loss Journey: Everything the Country Singer Has Said About Her Health
Trisha Yearwood has been candid about dieting and weight loss over the years. Here’s everything to know about Trisha Yearwood’s weight loss journey.
OpenAI makes its Jev competitor widely available as decision model competition heats up
OpenAI is launching its decision model to the world. Can it compete with the original Jev?
Canva releases its first image generation model
Canva is making its new image model available to all users, promising better, more customizable performance at lower costs.
Science-oriented company promotes field for women
A company that makes laboratory supplies marked the anniversary of its Mebane plant by holding an event honoring the women driving progress in STEM and advanced manufacturing careers across the
School of Public Health releases 2026 Healthy Georgia Report
“Healthy Georgia: Our State of Public Health,” provides a glance at how the Peach State is faring on 31 different health topics.
Detroit councilwoman defends Kercheval business review requests amid neighborhood backlash
Detroit City Councilmember Renata Miller says she's sticking up for residents scared to speak up.
Top adviser to Kennedy resigns from Trump administration
Calley Means, a key advocate for the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, had grown frustrated with a lack of progress on his policy goals, a source familiar with his departure said.
Endeavor Heartland names fall accelerator participants
Bentonville-based Endeavor Heartland recently named eight companies to participate in its fall 2026 ScaleUp Accelerator. The program is supported by the Walton Family Foundation and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission....
Endeavor Heartland names fall accelerator participants
Bentonville-based Endeavor Heartland recently named eight companies to participate in its fall 2026 ScaleUp Accelerator. The program is supported by the Walton Family Foundation and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission....
Kwema wins industry security award
Kwema, a Bentonville-based workplace safety company, recently won the Outstanding New Security Product at the 2026 U.S. Outstanding Security Performance Awards in Atlanta. The winning product is Kwema’s Smart Badge...
Giant iPhone Duo Displays Coming to Four Apple Stores
To celebrate the launch of the iPhone Duo this Friday, Apple has set up oversized iPhone Duo promotional displays at Apple Fifth Avenue in New York City, Apple Covent Garden in London, Apple BKC in India, and Apple Jing'an in Shanghai. The installations were already spotted under wraps, and Apple CEO John Ternus has since revealed what they look like in a photo of Apple Jing'an shared on his Weibo account today.
Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales
Searches for Samsung foldables just happened to skyrocket following iPhone Duo unveiling.
Indian tech company eMudhra announces withdrawal from certificate business after security incident
The issue was publicized by cybersecurity researcher Scott Helme, who published a blog saying that instead of a random 384-bit number, one of the company's private keys was just the number four.
GOP player in ‘ghost’ candidate scandal behind texts slamming AG candidate
Alex Alvarado’s political action committee sent the texts attacking Jose Javier Rodriguez, the Democrat running for Florida attorney general, and was an early supporter of Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier’s campaign.
Launching the search for our next dean of the School of Business
This message is shared on behalf of President Peter Rodriguez. Dear Wake Forest colleagues, Today, we begin a national search for the next dean of the Wake Forest University School of Business. The School of Business plays a vital role in our University’s overall mission [...]
'Today's' Craig Melvin crowned People's sexiest morning show host
'Today' co-anchor Craig Melvin reluctantly accepts the crown for sexiest morning show host in People's Readers' Choice Poll.
Joe Burrow has never hidden his political beliefs
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow didn’t have much to say about Vice President JD Vance’s surprise visit to practice on Wednesday. But for a player who has rarely been shy about speaking his mind, his short response certainly caught some attention. Burrow said that he didn’t get a chance to meet Vance, noting that the…
Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleyman says its AI outperforms doctors on hard cases as he chases ‘medical superintelligence’
Microsoft’s new AI diagnostic system beat generalist doctors on hard cases, according to a study in Science. But most of the improvement seems to come from the AI models underneath, not from Microsoft’s system itself.
Jamie Miller leaving Gulf Coast Business Council for leadership role at Mississippi Power
Jamie Miller is leaving the Mississippi Gulf Coast Business Council for a leadership position at Mississippi Power, the largest electric utility in the
Placer County, UC Davis Explore Tahoe City Science Hub
The University of California, Davis could soon bring hands-on community education and world-class scientific research to Tahoe City.This week, the
RFK Jr. ally Calley Means quits Trump administration amid food agenda delays
Means has been a key player in Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again movement.
Former OpenAI science lead launches Warp Science to automate wet labs with robots
The new startup raised a $215 million round led by Lightspeed.
In new WHO role, Vanessa Kerry will focus on building health system resilience | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Vanessa Kerry, newly named special envoy for health resilience at WHO, plans to help build health systems so nations can be ready for outbreaks or other emergencies,
Nearly 100 cases of norovirus reported at Kansas elementary school, officials say
A Kansas elementary school suffered an outbreak of norovirus that impacted nearly 100 people, health officials said.
JJ Watt signs a multi-year deal to stay as CBS' lead NFL analyst
JJ Watt joined play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson after Tony Romo went on leave following his July 23 arrest in Wisconsin. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback pleaded no contest to charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Lost to Science for 89 Years, a Venomous Primate Has Been Sneaking Into People’s Homes and Gardens
Scientists working with Indonesia’s Alobi Wildlife Rescue Center have confirmed that the critically endangered Bangka slow loris—while excellent at hiding—is very much not extinct yet.
Dsm-firmenich names new standalone companies formed after sale of Animal Nutrition & Health business
Dsm-firmenich is planning to form two companies, Noviwest and Panavora, from the sale of its Animal Nutrition & Health business to CVC Capital Partners.
Delta can turn the iPhone Duo into your favorite folding handheld
Delta 2.0 adds support for the iPhone Duo, Sega Genesis games, and more.
County BZA approvals permit poultry, business expansions
Wayne County Board of Zoning Appeals approved five petitions — two requesting additions for ag businesses, another seeking acreage reduction for poultry, a mining business expanding its property and a chiropractor moving his operations locally — at its Oct. 8 meeting. Hally Jordan and James Spears’ petition to reduce minimum lot acreage to accommodate 14 […]
‘Clear political stunt’: Beshear rejects Ball’s nominees for executive ethics commission
A day after submitting nominations for an appointment to the Executive Branch Ethics Commission, Republican Auditor Allison Ball says Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear rejected her list. A spokesperson for the governor said the list was “a clear political stunt.”
Dementia risk may be linked to seemingly harmless daily habit, new research suggests
Even naps under 30 minutes raised dementia risk 40% in a Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health study of nearly 1,000 older adults.
Best of Santa Cruz County entertainment, arts & food events this weekend, Oct. 22-25
With the weekend nearly here, check out things to do around Santa Cruz County, with a recommendation from Lily Belli and a specially curated list from Lookout's BOLO events calendar.
Railroads pull ahead as high fuel costs hit truckers harder
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and CSX all reported jumps in third-quarter profit and revenue.
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory will develop cutting-edge nuclear magnetic resonance facility with $18M in funding
The project supports National Science Foundation priorities in biotechnology, energy, advanced manufacturing and health The National High Magnetic Field
New Analyses Offer Comprehensive Guide to the Real Consequences of Republican Health Care Cuts
As many of the Medicaid cuts take effect January 1, Families USA’s new six-part series shows the damage is greater than the sum of its parts.
Northeastern graduate makes eco-friendly flower arrangements that last
Mohlia’s preserved flowers last for years and cut floral waste. Founder Simran Mohinani says her Northeastern co-ops shaped how she leads.
Mass Effect 5 trailer leaks following BioWare shutdown
A brief look at what “Mass Effect: Universe” could have been.
Feds allege $2 billion in California health care fraud, 15 charged
Federal authorities announced charges against 15 people, including six medical professionals, accusing them of health care fraud schemes worth $2 billion, including sham substance abuse treatment programs, unnecessary medical procedures and bogus hospice services.
Sarah Palin announces boyfriend and former NHL player Ron Duguay’s death at age 69: ‘Love never ends’
Duguay played for the New York Rangers and the Detroit Red Wings during his NHL career.
eMudhra to Exit Global SSL/TLS Business After 8 Intermediate CA Keys Found Easily Guessable
eMudhra plans to exit global SSL/TLS certificates after eight weak CA keys were recovered, as Chrome and Firefox withdraw trust in its ECC root.
FOX Sports Reveals Broadcasters, New Tech Wrinkles For 2026 World Series
FOX Sports announced its announcers, studio analysts and new wrinkles for the 2026 World Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers.
Apple Pulls Keynote, Pages and Numbers From App Store
Apple has temporarily removed Keynote, Pages, and Numbers from the App Store, just after releasing an update that added iPhone Duo support and a new Intelligent Assistant. It is not clear if the apps were removed intentionally, or if it is a bug. It is not clear if the apps were removed intentionally, or if it is a bug.
Steam Pricing Analyst Found Hollow Knight: Silksong's $20 Price Annoying: 'I Was A Bit Like, Oh God, Please Price It Higher'
Indie devs are facing tighter pricing pressures than ever
Microsoft says its AI tool is better than doctors at diagnosing conditions
‘We’re gonna build something that is indistinguishable from human performance … in the next couple of years,’ Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman tells The Verge.
Ashley Graham joins Business Insider's The Long Play on October 29
Ashley Graham will take the stage at The Long Play, Business Insider's inaugural flagship event taking place October 29 in New York City.
Amazon renames Kindle Unlimited to Kindle Plus and expands access to audiobooks
Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle Plus.
Dept. of Health confirms 10th travel-related dengue case on Maui
DOH teams have been deployed to conduct inspections and implement mosquito control measures in the affected area.
Rattlesnake bite venom is based on their personality
Deadly or not, it's best to leave them alone.
Politics: The Midterm Races You Aren’t Hearing About
In just a dozen days, voters across the country will cast their ballots in midterm elections that could shift the balance of power in Washington. A lot of focus has been devoted to the contested races for Congress, with billions of dollars being spent on critical statewide contests and referendums.From governors’ mansions to statehouses to local ballot initiatives, voters will make their voices heard.We gather a panel of experts and zero in on some midterm races that aren’t necessarily making national headlines.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
2026 NFL Madrid pregame entertainment announced
The NFL announced that Pablo Sáinz-Villegas and Taylor Momsen will perform the national anthems of Spain and the United States prior to the 2026 NFL Madrid Game.
State Fair of Louisiana Celebrates 120 Years with Championship Rodeo, Family Fun and Entertainment
Photo Courtesy of State Fair of Louisiana SHREVEPORT, La. — A Louisiana tradition 120 years in the making is gearing up for another exciting celebration as the State Fair of Louisiana returns to Sh…
State Fair of Louisiana Celebrates 120 Years with Championship Rodeo, Family Fun and Entertainment
Photo Courtesy of State Fair of Louisiana SHREVEPORT, La. — A Louisiana tradition 120 years in the making is gearing up for another exciting celebration as the State Fair of Louisiana returns to Sh…
Fall Sports Update: Women’s Volleyball Splits In California
Women’s Volleyball (13-5) Women’s volleyball dropped a five-set heartbreaker to UCLA but rebounded with an easy 3-0 sweep of USC. Kennedy Martin had just 10 kills in the win over USC, and as a team Penn State had just 40 kills in three sets, but the defense rolled up nine blocks and held USC to […]
UTC student-athletes host Tommie F. Brown Academy students for Sports Camp Day
“Are we going to college today?” a Tommie F. Brown Academy student asked during the walk from the elementary school to UTC’s Aquatic and Recreation Center. The question set the tone Wednesday, Oct. 21, as 46 Brown Academy students in kindergarten through fifth grade spent an hour at the ARC with 14 UTC student-athletes for Sports Camp Day.
Nobel-Winning Computer Scientist Says AI Has Become Conscious: "We're Toast"
Geoffrey Hinton, one of the godfathers of AI, says we need to get on AI's side now or else humankind is "toast."