Month: August 2024

Aug
19
2024
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By Lily Chang
NBA 2024-25: must-win games and rekindled rivalries

NBA 2024-25: must-win games and rekindled rivalries

Politics
The 2024-25 NBA schedule is here, and with it a new set of matchups and storylines. From the return of familiar foes to the emergence of new rivalries, this season promises to be an exciting ride. Let's dive into 35 games that had us spinning the schedule. Revenge Fever The NBA playoffs have left us hungry for more, and the regular season schedule offers a chance to relive some of last season's most intense rivalries. The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves, fresh off their thrilling Western Conference semifinal clash, will renew their battle early in the season. The Boston Celtics,…
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Aug
19
2024
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By Lily Chang
Trump’s influence paves the way for political change

Trump’s influence paves the way for political change

Politics
On August 16, 2024, New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie sheds light on the current state of the Republican Party, which has been heavily influenced by the Donald Trump era. The party, according to Bouie, suffers from a deep problem that goes beyond Trump's personality: its transformation into a haven for extremists and ideologues who are disconnected from any electoral consequences that might encourage moderation. The Republican base, predominantly white and conservative, maintains its stronghold in rural and suburban areas across the country. Despite occasional support from minority groups such as black men and Hispanics, this does not significantly alter…
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Aug
19
2024
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By Lily Chang
Bayer shares soar 11% after winning U.S. lawsuit over Roundup cancer case

Bayer shares soar 11% after winning U.S. lawsuit over Roundup cancer case

Social Responsibility
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – MAY 14: Products containing the herbicide Roundup remain available at a local home improvement store, despite legal challenges. On May 14, 2019, the day after a jury ordered Monsanto, now owned by Bayer, to pay a California couple more than $2 billion in Roundup-related cancer claims, Bayer’s stock appreciated significantly. Since acquiring Monsanto, Bayer has seen its stock price drop 40% due to ongoing litigation. Bayer shares rose sharply in early trading today after the company won a favorable verdict from a U.S. court over allegations that its widely used herbicide, Roundup, contributes to cancer. By the…
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Aug
19
2024
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By Lily Chang
Financial woes hit data analytics firm amid controversial practices

Financial woes hit data analytics firm amid controversial practices

Health
MultiPlan, a key player in the health insurance industry credited with helping major insurers save billions through minimized medical reimbursements, is currently going through a tumultuous period of increased regulatory and financial scrutiny. The New York-based company, which influences more than 100,000 health plans covering more than 60 million people, has come under fire for practices that could leave patients with large medical bills. Recent investigations have shed a harsh light on MultiPlan’s marketing tactics, which often result in insurers paying health care providers significantly less than they are charged. This strategy, while financially advantageous for insurers and MultiPlan, often…
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