Cigna claims CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking higher rates due to contract renewal challenges
Tennessee Valley Residents Face Healthcare Dilemma Residents in the Tennessee Valley are facing crucial healthcare choices in the upcoming weeks as CommonSpirit Memorial, previously CHI Memorial, prepares to possibly end its long-standing contract with Cigna Healthcare by the end of this month. If you’re a patient receiving care at CommonSpirit Memorial and have Cigna Healthcare, […]
Hochul aims for higher taxes on New York’s AI and data centers as they draw from the energy grid.
It’s a significant shift in direction. Governor Hochul is proposing that AI and other energy-hungry data centers pay more for electricity to mitigate rising costs for regular consumers. She mentioned this is essential to avoid shocking price hikes for families and small businesses. “Massive data centers are driving up electricity demand faster than our grid […]
As a university president, I understand that higher education is failing — we need accountability immediately
Concerns Over American Higher Education Prompt Congressional Priorities There’s a significant issue within American higher education, and it seems this year, Washington may be ready to address it. Recently, Congressional leaders shared their policy priorities for 2026, placing higher education near the forefront for the first time in years. From reforms in student loans to […]
Universities cut 9,000 jobs due to the effects of Trump’s policies on higher education
Job Losses in Higher Education A recent report indicates a troubling trend in the higher education sector, revealing a loss of over 300 jobs in December alone. This brings the total number of job cuts to more than 9,000 throughout 2025. It’s worth noting that these figures might actually be lower than reality, as many […]
Study finds a connection between sleep timing and higher dementia risk in older adults
New Study Links Sleep Patterns and Dementia Risk Recent research suggests that the timing of sleep patterns might be associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. The study sheds light on how our bodily rhythms, known as circadian rhythms, play a critical role in overall health. These rhythms act like an internal clock, guiding […]
Bank of America anticipates an increase in dividends by 2026. These stocks offer higher payouts than the market.
Bank of America Anticipates Dividend Growth in 2026 Bank of America sees potential for its dividend to rise in 2026. Savita Subramanian, who leads the U.S. equities and quantitative strategy at the bank, pointed out that historically, dividend growth lags earnings per share (EPS) growth by about three-quarters. With the S&P 500 expected to have […]
Furniture retailer shares increase after Trump announces a one-year delay on higher tariffs
Home furnishings retailers saw a significant jump in their stock prices on Friday after President Trump revealed a one-year delay on increased tariffs for upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities. Luxury retailer RH experienced a 9.5% rise, while online marketplace Wayfair climbed 6.3%. Meanwhile, Williams-Sonoma, which specializes in kitchenware and home decor, gained 5.3% as […]
Florida Blue and Cigna conflicts with South Florida hospitals force patients to go out of network and incur higher expenses.
Healthcare Contract Disputes Disrupt Services for Patients in South Florida As the new year kicks off, disputes over contracts between hospitals in Broward and Palm Beach counties and insurers like Florida Blue and Cigna are pushing patients out of their insurance networks, leading to disruptions in healthcare access. Florida Blue and Broward County’s public health […]
Farmers will soon face significantly higher health insurance costs.
Prairie Star Farm in Allamakee County, Iowa, hosts 180 dairy cows. Owners Meghan and John Palmer point to rising medical expenses as a growing burden on farmers, including themselves. It’s been a challenging year for many farmers. There have been falling prices for cash crops like corn and soybeans, along with increased costs for essentials […]
Revitalization of higher education brings optimism as students resist in 2025
As we near the end of this year, it’s easy to feel a sense of disappointment. There’s been plenty to ruminate on, especially with the unrest on campuses and the rising ideological divisions at some top universities. However, as a university president, I view this season of Christmas—a time for reflection, renewal, and, yes, hope—as […]