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…
Health & Wellness

Study Reveals Patient Impact of Hospital Ransomware Attacks

TL/DR - The article discusses the growing threat of ransomware attacks on healthcare providers and their impacts on patient safety and care delivery. A recent attack on Manchester Memorial Hospital and 16 other hospitals within Prospect Medical Holdings health system in the US resulted in a six-week disruption of services, including emergency…
Michigan

End of an Era: Fred’s Stamp Shop Shuts Down in Marquette After 40+ Years

TL/DR - Frederick Warren and his wife, Audrey, who have run Fred’s Rubber Stamp Shop in Marquette, Michigan for 46 years, are planning to retire at the end of the year. The business, which was started in December 1977, provides rubber stamp, printing, and laminating services, and has added other services such as engraved plastic signs and die…