Facing the True Health Care Crisis: Overuse of ‘Crisis’ Label

TL/DR - The term "health care crisis" is routinely used, but the overuse of the term may be detracting from the real issues, according to a Forbes analysis. An analysis of a column entitled “Two Health Care Cost Crises” by health policy expert Drew Altman suggests that the crisis of national health expenditures and the crisis of individual costs…

Biden’s EV and Battery Investments Could Profit Black Americans

TL/DR - President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022 which provides incentives for the production of electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries in the US, with aims to grow the domestic supply chain, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create many new jobs. The Center for American Progress Action Fund analysis found that of the $129…

Exciting Events at Ann Arbor Senior Center: Engaging Talks & Activities

TL/DR - The Ann Arbor Senior Center is hosting a series of free, senior-focused talks and activities that require preregistration. The events include a "Round Table on the History of the Detroit Lions", "Travels with George: Israel and Egypt", introduction to two new YMCA programs on fitness for adult cancer survivors and cycling for people with…

EU Trade Chief Continues US Battery Mineral Talks Amid Differences

TL/DR - The US and the EU failed to reach a trade agreement for battery minerals during bilateral talks in Washington. Despite not specifying a deadline, European Commission Executive Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis said they are committed to continuing negotiations to form a transatlantic marketplace for minerals and other components. The…