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The EPA is changing how it considers the costs and benefits of air pollution rules
The EPA won't consider the economic costs of harms to human health, at least for now. Legal and health experts are concerned that the change could make it easier for the agency to roll back rules.
Star Wars Outlaws developer Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft Stockholm face layoffs
In its latest cost-cutting effort, Ubisoft proposed a headcount reduction of around 55 people across its two Swedish studios.
Power shutoffs cost Boulder businesses big
A new survey shows hospitality businesses took the biggest financial hit.
Facing Political Pressure, Trump Seeks Answer to Rising Housing Costs
White House officials have explored a vast array of ideas as the president looks to unfurl a housing affordability plan at an economic conference this month.
2026 high school musicals: Tell us about your spring show in Lancaster County
High school musical season is on the way, with rehearsals gearing up and Lancaster County schools preparing for production. Casts, crew, set design, costume construction, promotions are all getting ready
Recap: Colorado’s power play costs them another game
How is the man advantage still this bad?
Cosm Shared Reality immersive entertainment solution venues
With the cost of attending live sporting events being out of reach for a lot of fans, there is a big market for creating a shared immersive experience that makes you feel like you are there. A company called Cosm, who have a ton of experience doing dome installations all around the world, has come … Continued
Framework increases Desktop prices by up to $460 due to RAM crisis
Computer brand Framework has hiked the prices on RAM for its Desktop systems and Mainframes in response to rising costs with its suppliers.
EPA says it will no longer consider health costs in pollution regulations
The EPA weakened emissions standards for new power plants and said it would no longer consider the economic impacts of public health in rule making.
UCSD's Math Meltdown: The Cost of Prioritizing Identity Politics Over The Basics
The University of California, San Diego is confronting an academic breakdown that would have been unthinkable a decade ago: a..
Bay State business outlook remains gloomy entering new year
Mass. companies cite escalating costs as their top concern, overshadowing otherwise resilient economic activity.
Maren Morris says she ‘lost a lot of fans’ because of her political views
Maren Morris reveals how her outspoken political views cost her fans, friends and financial standing in country music industry over the past decade.
Texas health regulators propose major fee hikes, new rules for hemp-derived THC products
Texas health regulators are considering sweeping changes that could dramatically reshape the hemp-derived THC industry, and many small business owners say the cost alone could put them out of business.
The first political storm of 2026: Trump’s misadventure in Venezuela
The Trump administration’s invasion of Venezuela was based on false pretenses, and could lead to another costly and disastrous “forever” war.
For 80 years, Republicans have blocked us from fixing our health care system
Harry Truman’s plan would have covered medical, hospital and nursing care for everyone, and created a federal health insurance agency to pay the costs of care.
Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices
While Congress debates bringing back Affordable Care Act subsidies , many Americans have already made life-altering decisions to afford health care.
Minnesota state legislators go to rural communities to better understand healthcare needs
Rural Minnesotans face rising health care costs and clinic closures. Lawmakers are holding listening sessions to hear residents’ challenges and explore solutions.
Christine O'Brien, UnitedHealthcare CEO for La.-Miss., wants to lower insurance costs. Here's how
At a time when health insurers are under fire for raising premiums and rejecting claims while health care costs continue to rise, Christine O'Brien is trying to grow UnitedHealthcare's book of commercial business in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Legacy Business Models Break
“Your margin is my opportunity” was Jeff Bezos’s way of describing Amazon’s hunger for bloated profit pools. In 2026, the real question isn’t whether margins get attacked, but who gets to turn whose margin into whose opportunity as consumers, enterprises and their agents decide how they want interactions to work, what information they are willing to share and where costs ultimately land. From Bezos to agents: who owns the opportunity.
Almanack Arts
Submissions are now open for the Almanack Arts Colony's 2026 Episodic Lab in Nosara, Costa Rica.
Navigating the rising costs of youth sports
The Aspen Institute estimates that the youth sports industry generates $40 billion in annual revenue.
Letter to the Editor: An affordable option for health and accident insurance
In response to David Williams’s article on rising health insurance and care costs, I wanted to share information about an affordable supplemental health and accident insurance option that has helped me personally: Family Heritage. Family...
As health insurance costs go up, El Paso families make tough choices
Texans are seeing insurance premiums rise as health care services become more expensive.
Power supplies and CPU coolers may be next for price increases (6-10%), distributor letter claims
Chinese notice warns of higher PSU and cooler costs as raw material prices rise Image Credit: Hardware Canucks, ASUS The screenshot shows a letter from
18 Costco items shoppers say basically pay for a membership
Costco charges a $65 membership fee to shop, and a common question is whether the savings can effectively offset the fee. We did the math.
The billionaire's social calendar for 2026: Davos, St. Barts. and F1
From Davos and the Super Bowl to Burning Man and St. Barts, see the predictable social calendar billionaires follow and how much it all costs.
Costco to open new warehouse under affordable housing development in South Los Angeles
Costco to open Los Angeles warehouse under 800-unit housing complex near LAX in 2027. Retail giant finds creative solution to enter dense urban markets.
CFP overreactions: Miami discipline issues will prove costly vs. Indiana
There's plenty to overreact to after an eventful semifinal round of the College Football Playoff
Quick Tip: How to beat rising health insurance costs
A new report from Value Penguin by LendingTree shows Illinois health insurance premiums are up 11% this year.
The US must take Greenland, whatever the cost
The U.S. is considering buying Greenland to secure its strategic interests in the Arctic, as Russia and China invest heavily in the region, and a negotiated transfer with compensation for Denmark w…
How investment banks, hedge funds, and investment firms are using AI
Finance's biggest firms are considering how AI might impact jobs, how it could cut costs, and reduce "grunt work."
Mass. Senate advances bill enabling businesses to shift credit card fees to customers
Customers could get hit with new costs as businesses seek relief.
Fora Financial Business Loans Review 2026
Fora Financial business loans have a low minimum credit score requirement and fast funding, but factor rates and fees can make costs high.
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial...
Former White House advisor on the real reason your health care costs are going up: Medicare's doctor pay gap
For years, Medicare has paid more for services and procedures provided in a hospital than in a physician practice.
Whole Hog Politics: Minnesota goes from Democratic debacle to GOP angst
A week ago, it looked like Minnesota Democrats had stumbled into a scandal that might cost their party any chance to win back the U.S. Senate and at the very least turn a safe gubernatorial race in…
Kroger sells Vitacost as it sharpens focus on core grocery business
The sale of the online health and wellness retailer to iHerb follows several moves by the grocer to make its operations leaner and more store focused.
Sarah Michelle Gellar stepped away from acting because of Robin Williams' death: 'That loss was so huge'
Sarah Michelle Gellar said that the death of her 'Crazy Ones' costar Robin Williams inspired her to step back from acting in 2014: 'That loss was so huge.'
How Michigan lawmakers voted on restoration of health insurance subsidies
Thursday's vote comes after the plussed-up Affordable Care Act insurance subsidies expired at the end of 2025, escalating out-of-pocket costs.
Utility costs, affordability messages dominate Illinois governor race
The Illinois governor’s race this year has candidates from both parties emphasizing how to make life more affordable.
Health advocates urge new policies as Florida session nears
Affordable healthcare is top of mind for many across the state as the debate on the national level continues to intensify. With lawmakers heading back up to Tallahassee in a matter of days, advocat…
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Jan. 9-16
Aspen Gay Ski Week, Jan. 11-18 The 49th annual Aspen Gay Ski Week will run Jan. 11-18. As the oldest annual, weeklong gay ski event in the U.S., it offers a mix of mountain sports...
Trump vows to slash mortgage rates, revive 'American Dream' after Biden housing failures
Trump directs $200 billion mortgage bond purchase to lower housing costs, citing Biden's 'broken economy' as he promises to restore affordability.
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders
Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.
House passes bill extending health care subsidies, bucking GOP leaders
Prospects for passage in the Senate are unclear. The enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, driving costs up for millions.
Oregon secretary of state asks for $25M to implement historic campaign finance law, warns final price tag could be higher
A top agency official acknowledged that the agency couldn’t “provide a detailed cost estimate” or account for the law’s “ongoing costs."
Healey shares plan to limit health insurance cost increases for Massachusetts residents
GM takes $6 billion hit as cost of backing away from EVs
General Motors on Thursday said it will take an additional $6 billion hit against its earnings as result of it pulling back on its electric vehicle plans.
Gov. Healey promises to announce plan to keep health care costs down
An estimated 328,000 Massachusetts residents who buy coverage through the Health Connector will see premiums increase by up to $25,000, according to the state.
Benson says health care affordability a priority if elected governor
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said lowering health care costs would be a key focus of her administration if elected as Michigan's next governor.
Insurer CEOs testifying before House health subcommittee Jan. 22
The hearing comes amid pressure on House Republicans to address health care costs after the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Mass. will spend $250M to lower health insurance bills after federal subsidies expired
Gov. Maura Healey said Thursday that she’ll tap a special state trust fund to help about 270,000 residents whose costs are soaring because Congress failed to renew a chunk of federal subsidies before they expired at the end of last year.
CT set aside $120 million to help cover residents’ health insurance costs. How to get help
Unlike 26 million Americans across the country who saw their healthcare subsidies cut off on New Year’s Day, Connecticut residents can still sign up for state-paid subsidies for at least thre…
Congress takes up health care again − and impatient voters shouldn’t hold their breath for a cure
Why does health care reform keep failing despite decades of attention and expanding costs? A scholar of Congress has some answers.
Monterey County scraps proposed Salinas mental health campus over cost, location concerns
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors voted against a proposed mental health facility in Salinas after public opposition and concerns over escalating costs.
Samsung's low-cost Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G are finally starting their US rollouts
Despite their tardy releases, these new Galaxy A-series mid-rangers look pretty compelling.
Construction for new Costco gas station, store could begin by end of year in Des Plaines
Costco could start construction for a new gas station and a store in the north suburbs by the end of 2026.
Labour workers’ rights concessions to cut cost to business by billions, analysis shows
Updated government assessment says measures will now entail ‘no more than a modest increase’ for employers
Labour workers’ rights concessions to cut cost to business by billions, analysis shows
Updated government assessment says measures will now entail ‘no more than a modest increase’ for employers
The soaring price of youth sports: $50 to try out, $3,000 to play
Parents are struggling to keep up as costs and luxury options rise. Investors see an opportunity.
RFK Jr.’s war on antidepressants is coming — and it will cost lives
“Kennedy’s antidepressant rhetoric is not only based on bad science, it fuels distrust in mental health treatments” in the midst of a crisis for adolescents, experts write.
Tim Walz, Fraud and the Costs of Trifecta Politics
The scandals that ended the Minnesota governor’s bid for a third term reflect the kind of oversight failure that comes with one-party control of government. Above all, voters expect competent administration.
Ravens reportedly fire coach John Harbaugh after missing playoffs, ending 18-year run that included Super Bowl win
Missing the postseason on the heels of years of playoff disappointment in the Lamar Jackson era ultimately cost a franchise stalwart his job.
Trump tells GOP it’s time to ‘own’ health care while urging ‘flexibility’ on abortion restrictions
The president argued that rising health care costs, particularly prescription drug prices, had given Republicans an opening to compete with Democrats on affordability.
Don't regulate modern small business tools out of reach
OPINION - Unnecessary regulations threaten the very systems that help small businesses weather seasonal economic swings. State leaders must work with small businesses and protect access to low-cost financial tools that fuel local economies statewide.
House GOP summons health insurers to Capitol Hill as Obamacare battle escalates
Health insurance companies face Capitol Hill hearings as Americans struggle with rising healthcare costs.
Germany news: Merz issues business SOS in letter to allies
Chancellor Merz has told coalition politicians the situation in several key German businesses is "very critical." He said the government must prioritize improving areas like energy and labor costs in 2026. Follow DW.
'Fans will not stand for this dire football all season'
Arne Slot's team are unbeaten in 10, with the most recent defeat coming back in November against PSV Eindhoven. On that night, Liverpool were humiliated 4-1 at Anfield and Slot clearly made a decision to go far more defensive - knowing any more losses could cost him his job. In this period, we have packed the midfield, making Curtis Jones a key player and - before he went to the Afcon - taking Mohamed Salah out of the team.
Taxpayers miss out on millions after ‘phoenixism’ at UK recruitment firms
Practice where companies are liquidated and reacquired, free of debts, thought to cost taxpayers about £800m a year
Leaders announce education campaign on affordable health insurance
The multimedia campaign recommends people check a box on their state income tax form. That will start a process to determine whether people are eligible for free or low-cost health insurance. The campaign comes after Affordable Care Act tax credits expired on Jan. 1.
Wegovy obesity pill now available at pharmacies
Drugmaker Novo Nordisk said the prescription medicine can be found at a range of pharmacies, including CVS and Costco, as well as some telehealth providers.
Policy Changes Bring Renewed Focus on High-Deductible Health Plans
Policy changes, anticipated increases in premium costs for enrollees, and new standards for health savings accounts may encourage consumers to seek out plans with lower premiums but higher deductibles. This issue brief explores the features of bronze and catastrophic plans, coverage and costs, and the complicated choices consumers face.
Employers, workers look to value-based care, other plans to keep 2026 costs down
Enrollment in alternative health plan designs doubled from 2025 to 2026, with most salary ranges seeking ways to control skyrocketing costs.
Lawmakers return to Washington facing Venezuela concerns, shutdown threat
Congress faces major decisions on how to address rising costs of healthcare, prevent another government shutdown and deal with the Trump administration’s handling of the Epstein files.
The Inevitable Comes To Pass: Samsung To Raise Galaxy S26 Series Prices
Samsung now appears poised to raise the prices of its upcoming flagship Galaxy S26 series, bowing to the inevitable cost pressures.
The biggest health storylines to watch in 2026
Rising health care costs, Medicaid changes, vaccines and more.
4 takeaways from what Charlotte-region business forecast in the Carolinas for 2026
Hiring, AI, costs and employment levels were all in the six-month outlook in the Charlotte metro area, as seen in a recent census survey.
Thieves steal hundreds of sports and Pokémon cards from Simi Valley shop
A Simi Valley card shop was burglarized early Sunday morning costing the business thousands in damages and depleting its inventory. Officers responded to the card shop around 3:38 a.m at a shopping center on Erringer Road, according to Simi Valley police. The owner of Simi Sportscards says that burglars stole sports and Pokémon cards from the glass cases, resulting in…
Critics Choice Awards 2026: Chelsea Handler Roasts Kevin Costner & More, Remembers Rob Reiner
Handler returned for her fourth consecutive year hosting the awards show.
Collapse of ‘zombie’ UK firms forecast to fuel unemployment in 2026
Businesses being hit by rising cost of interest rates, energy costs and wages, says Resolution Foundation
At CES, Belkin launches a new charging case for the Switch 2 with a screen for checking battery life
The Belkin Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 is a snazzy charging case with high-end features. It costs $100 and is available right now.
Oklahoma lawmakers eye $223M federal funding to reshape rural health care
The one-time investment comes as state leaders warn of shrinking revenues, Medicaid pressures and rising insurance costs.
Samsung to Costco: All the big projects coming to Central TX in 2026
Here's what Central Texans can expect this year.
AI may not need massive training data after all
New research shows that AI doesn’t need endless training data to start acting more like a human brain. When researchers redesigned AI systems to better resemble biological brains, some models produced brain-like activity without any training at all. This challenges today’s data-hungry approach to AI development. The work suggests smarter design could dramatically speed up learning while slashing costs and energy use.
The ultimate price Ford is paying to overhaul its business strategy
Ford and other carmakers must shift gears in their business plans away from EVs, a costly endeavor. Here is what it could mean for the industry.
Tariffs could really sting in 2026. Unless Trump chickens out again
It’s cold comfort for Americans gloomy about the state of the US economy, but President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs didn’t dramatically raise the cost of living in 2025. That could change in 2026.
Trump’s lies and policies make health care less affordable
Millions will lose insurance as a result of the congressional rollback, leaving people stranded between financial ruin.
Thousands in CT face higher health insurance costs under ACA in 2026
A $70 million state contribution will help minimize cost increases, but residents will still see significant hikes.
Inside Iowa Politics: Looking for compromise on health care costs
Health care insurance premiums are more expensive for millions of Americans as the new year begins.
Inside Iowa Politics: Looking for compromise on health care costs
Health care insurance premiums are more expensive for millions of Americans as the new year begins.
Apple's 2026 Low-Cost A18 MacBook Pro: What We Know So Far
Apple is planning to release a low-cost MacBook in 2026, which will apparently compete with more affordable Chromebooks and Windows PCs. Apple's most affordable Mac right now is the $999 MacBook Air, and the upcoming low-cost MacBook is expected to be cheaper. Here's what we know about the low-cost MacBook so far. Size Rumors suggest the low-cost MacBook will have a display that's around 13 inches in size.
ASUS Sparks Fears Of Potential Price Increase For The ROG Xbox Ally
Another casualty of the rising RAM costs?
xAI Adds Grok Business Options as it Tries to Win Enterprise Customers
xAI has introduced two new subscription tiers of its Grok artificial intelligence chatbot aimed at business customers. The announcement is part of xAI’s effort to build an enterprise business to compete with the likes of Anthropic and OpenAI. The new offerings include Grok for Business, which is aimed at small-to-medium-sized businesses and costs $30 per user per month, and Grok Enterprise,
Health policy expert analyzes what he calls 'disgusting' Minnesota fraud
Brian Blase, a former White House National Economic Council staffer and president of the Paragon Health Institute, talks to Fox News Digital about Minnesota fraud, and Obamacare's structural failures and cost overruns.
Hochul: Average health insurance premiums up 38% after ACA subsidies expire
The governor said about 140,000 New Yorkers will face steep health care costs as early as this week.
Reckless breaches of contract will not make America great
The Trump administration has violated the fundamental business principle of honoring legally binding contracts, which will cost both the Treasury and the people dearly and create obstacles to futur…
Low-Price 12.9-Inch MacBook With A18 Pro Chip Reportedly Launching Early This Year
Apple plans to introduce a 12.9-inch MacBook in spring 2026, according to TrendForce. In a press release this week, the Taiwanese research firm said this MacBook will be aimed at the entry-level to mid-range market, with "competitive pricing". TrendForce did not share any further details about this MacBook, but the information that it shared lines up with several rumors about a more affordable MacBook, which is expected to be equipped with a version of the iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip.
Health subsidies expire, triggering steep insurance hikes
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight
Forget Gas Fees, Compliance Is Crypto’s New Cost of Doing Business
The cryptocurrency industry is turning over a new leaf in the New Year. And this new leaf comes with new laws. As of Jan. 1, 2026, Americans should have
The Business Strategies That Make Walmart A Ghoul And Costco A Mensch
Superficially, Walmart Inc. and Costco Wholesale are very similar. Both are large, international, for-profit corporations whose primary activity centers around selling discounted goods to the public from enormous ”big box” stores that resemble...