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Merrily We Roll Along Wins Big at 77th Annual Tony Awards at Lincoln Center

New York, NY – The 77th Annual Tony Awards took place at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, with the talented Ariana DeBose hosting the event for the third consecutive year. Celebrating the best of Broadway, the award show honored outstanding performances in both plays and musicals, highlighting the diversity and excellence of the theater community. David Adjmi’s play “Stereophonic” made history by receiving the most Tony nominations ever, with a total of …

Education Crisis in Rhode Island Revealed in Annual Child Well-Being Survey

Providence, Rhode Island – A recent report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation revealed that Rhode Island has been ranked 12th in a nationwide survey of children’s well-being. Although this ranking is commendable, the state falls behind other New England states, with the exception of Maine. The report highlights the state’s performance in various categories, including health, economic well-being, family and community, and education. Notably, Rhode Island ranked sixth in health and ninth in economic …

Preventive Care Surprise: ACA Free Annual Check-Up Leaves Patients with Unexpected Bills and Frustration

SEATTLE, WA – When Kristy Uddin, 49, went in for her annual mammogram last year, she anticipated that she wouldn’t receive a bill due to the preventative care measures covered under the 2010 Affordable Care Act. However, when a bill for $236 arrived, Uddin was shocked and frustrated. She learned that the mammogram itself was covered, but the fee for the equipment and the facility was not, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction. Uddin’s experience is …

Organic Farmers in Minnesota Express Concerns to Legislature at Annual Conference

ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The 21st annual Minnesota Organic Conference included a legislative listening session where organic farmers expressed their concerns about the state’s agriculture industry to state officials. The session was an opportunity for producers to address issues involving profitability and environmental worries in the state. Thom Petersen, the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, facilitated the session that featured a panel including Sen. Aric Putnam, D-St. Cloud, Rep. Samantha Vang, D-Brooklyn Center, …

Florida Hospital Association’s Annual Hospital Days Draws Sunshine State Leaders

Hospital leaders from across Florida gathered in the state’s capital city last week for the Florida Hospital Association’s annual Hospital Days event. This event provided an opportunity for hospital leaders to come together and discuss important issues and challenges facing the state’s healthcare system. The event featured discussions on a wide range of topics, including healthcare policy, new technologies, and innovative approaches to improving patient care. Hospital leaders had the chance to exchange ideas and …

Florida Hospital Leaders Gather for Annual Hospital Days advocating for “Live Healthy” Package and Healthcare Workforce

Tallahassee, Florida (AP) – Hospital leaders from throughout Florida gathered last week in the state’s capital for the annual Hospital Days event organized by the Florida Hospital Association. The two-day event provided a platform for hospital leaders to engage with state legislators on matters concerning hospital policies during the 2024 legislative session. Gino Santorio, Chair of the Florida Hospital Association Board of Trustees and president and CEO of Mount Sinai Medical Center, expressed optimism about …

Annual Razzies Nominations Announced: ‘Expend4bles’ Leads with Seven Nominations

Los Angeles, CA – As awards season kicks off, so does the anticipation for the annual Golden Raspberry Awards, also known as The Razzies. The Razzies is notorious for honoring the least successful films of the year, and this year marks its 44th edition with the announcement of its nominations. Leading the pack with seven nominations is “Expend4bles,” the fourth installment in the action-packed “The Expendables” franchise, which has received mixed reviews from critics and …

Future Social Security Benefits Impacted by Annual Changes: What You Need to Know

Austin, Texas – Employees who pay the FICA or federal payroll tax are likely to see an impact on their Social Security benefits in the future. Understanding how these benefits are calculated is crucial to preparing for retirement. Social Security benefits are determined based on the highest 35-year average of indexed wages, not on a “high-three average salary” like other retirement benefits. This calculation involves adjusting wages earned throughout one’s career to reflect their value …

Annual Social Security COLA Increase on the Horizon: Proposed Changes Could Mean Higher Adjustments

Phoenix, Arizona – Retirees across the country are eagerly anticipating a potential change that could lead to higher annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs). As October unfolds, discussions are brewing around a proposed adjustment to the COLA calculation process that might bring increased benefits to Social Security recipients in the coming years. Currently, the COLA for Social Security benefits is determined based on inflation rates, specifically using the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners …

Biden’s Annual Physical Shows No New Concerns, White House Doctor Reports

Washington, DC – President Joe Biden recently underwent his annual physical, with the White House doctor reporting “no new concerns” about his health. The president’s visit to Walter Reed for the examination was unannounced, aiming to ensure he is fit for duty as commander in chief. The physical examination, which gives only a partial view of the president’s health, includes both physical and neurological assessments. Biden’s doctor confirmed that he is in good health, active, …