Health & Wellness

West Virginia Workers Resist Second Insurance Hike After Strike

TL/DR - The state Public Employees Insurance Agency, which manages health insurance for more than 200,000 government workers in West Virginia, is facing resistance to its proposed 35% premium increase over two years. With the agency already facing a $376 million deficit earlier this year, the state Legislature passed a bill increasing health…
Health & Wellness

Unlock Health Benefits: Try Backward Walking Today

Understanding the Benefits of Backward Walking Are you looking for a fresh twist to your workout routine or a new way to improve overall health? Have you ever considered the practice of walking backward? This unique form of movement, also known as retro walking, has been gaining traction for its numerous health benefits. The Science…
Politics

Why aren’t U.S. political candidates required to undergo background checks?

TL/DR - Political candidates in Nevada do not have to undergo background checks, a fact that Jody Baden, founder of Transparency in Politics, is working to change. She encourages political candidates and elected officials to voluntarily disclose a background check on their personal history, including work, education, and military experience.…
US Economy

Treasury, IRS Propose Rules to Boost Clean Energy Investments

TL/DR - The U.S. Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have released guidance on the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) under Section 48 of the Internal Revenue Code, intended to stimulate investment in clean energy projects. The guidance aims to provide the private sector with clarity on incentives provided by the Inflation…