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TL/DR - The House Ethics Committee has issued a subpoena for the testimony of Rep. Matt Gaetz's former girlfriend as part of its ongoing investigation into allegations against the Florida Republican. The committee is interested in speaking with the ex-girlfriend about allegations of paid sex, drug use, and potential lobbying violations. The…

Exercise Regularly for Heart Health The American Heart Association advises that for maintaining good heart health, you should aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise per week. This should include aerobic and weight-bearing workouts, such as walking, swimming or using lightweight dumbbells, according to Lepor. Dr. Nikki Bart, an expert in…

TL/DR - Former US President Jimmy Carter, a survivor of cancer and the oldest-living president, has been under hospice care for over a year, defying the odds as a mere 6% of individuals last this long in such care. Despite having decided to decline further life-extending medical treatment, Mr. Carter remains alert and involved, still expressing…

TL/DR - President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act aims to alleviate the strain of high medical costs for millions of Americans. The act includes a cap on spending for brand-name drugs, government control over pharmaceutical prices, and allowing Medicare to negotiate prices for high-cost medication. However, it has faced criticism from…