Anthem Healthcare Makes Final Legal Attempt to Retain City Contract
Anthem’s Legal Battle Over City Health Contract Intensifies An insurance company that provides health benefits to around 750,000 public employees and their families is ramping up its legal efforts to maintain a lucrative contract with the city as a switch to a more affordable competitor looms on January 1. On Friday, Anthem Healthcare Assurance launched […]
Exploring the final Republican bastion in New York City’s liberal northern suburbs as it remains red amid a blue landscape
Eastchester: A Republican Stronghold Amidst Democratic Trends In the midst of shifting political landscapes in the northern suburbs, Eastchester stands out as a last bastion for the Republican party, with all municipal positions held by GOP leaders. It’s a red enclave, navigating through a predominantly blue environment. Local leaders in Eastchester, located in southern Westchester […]
Final US pennies may be worth as much as $5M after the mint stops making them.
This week marks a significant event for collectors: the last U.S. penny minted may soon be worth quite a bit of money. Experts believe these final pennies, which were minted on Wednesday, could potentially sell for as much as $5 million each during an auction scheduled for December. U.S. Treasury Secretary Brandon Beach was on […]
St. Paul City Council ready to make final decision on banning cryptocurrency kiosks next week
St. Paul City Council to Vote on Banning Cryptocurrency Kiosks St. Paul may soon see a ban on cryptocurrency kiosks, with a final vote set for next week. The City Council is expected to make a decision on Wednesday regarding an ordinance that would prohibit the “use and installation” of these kiosks. Currently, there are […]
U.S. penny withdrawal: Mint produces the final one cent coin
A penny doesn’t hold much value these days. Most New Yorkers pass by them on the street, and many will even ask cashiers to “keep the change” on small purchases. It’s interesting to think about how these copper coins often end up stuffed at the bottom of wallets or in jars that parents set up […]
2028 Los Angeles Olympics women’s 100m track final scheduled before men’s event
LA28 Olympics Schedule Highlights In a historic move, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will feature the women’s 100m track and field final on the very first day of competition, while the men’s event will take place the following day. This decision marks a significant shift toward emphasizing women’s events. The LA28 organizing committee unveiled the […]
Agreement on shutdown passes important House step, preparing for final vote tonight
The ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which has now stretched to 43 days, seems to be nearing an end. A federal funding bill intended to reopen the government cleared a significant hurdle in the House late Wednesday, paving the way for a potential final vote within hours. If all goes well, the bill could land on […]
Eric Adams makes a final effort to protect Elizabeth Street Garden from Zohran Mamdani’s eviction plans.
Elizabeth Street Garden May Become Official City Park The Elizabeth Street Garden, a cherished spot in SoHo, is actively being considered for designation as official city parkland, according to sources familiar with the situation who spoke to the Post. This move comes from Mayor Eric Adams’ administration as part of a last-minute effort before the […]
Jeffries advocates for final Obamacare subsidy proposal as shutdown approaches
House Democrats Push for Extension of Obamacare Subsidies House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has introduced a strategy aimed at ensuring a vote on a three-year extension of expiring Obamacare subsidies. During a closed meeting on Wednesday, Jeffries mentioned that Democrats plan to file a discharge petition, which, if successful, would bypass Republican leadership and prompt […]
Administration seeks to postpone final student loan aid in Borrower Defense agreement
Trump Administration Seeks More Time on Student Loan Borrower Decisions The Trump administration has requested additional time to determine if around 200,000 student loan borrowers are eligible for forgiving their loans. Under the Sweet v. McMahon settlement related to Cardona v. Sweet, the Biden administration agreed to process loan relief applications based on borrower defenses […]