One year after the Trump administration announced that dozens of health insurers had signed a six-part pledge promising to reduce barriers to doctor-recommended care, some insurers now say they won’t implement all the promised initiatives. Meanwhile, patients, their advocates, and clinicians say little has improved. “It has never been this bad for patients,” said U.S….
Switching to an electric vehicle in India is not just about the vehicle. Your home charging setup plays an equally important role. Unlike petrol pumps, charging depends on your daily routine and where you park. Getting this right before buying an EV can save time, money and effort later.The first thing to check is your…
Paul McCartney offered fans a rare and deeply personal look at his friendship with the late John Lennon, revisiting the business disputes that strained their relationship during the final years of The Beatles while making clear that the memories which remained strongest were the good ones.In a new interview with NME, the music legend reflected…
Claude recorded the sharpest growth among major GenAI apps during the June quarter NEW DELHI: India’s AI-app race is getting more competitive. While ChatGPT continues to dominate user engagement and spending, Gemini is gaining ground and Claude is emerging as a fast-growing challenger, according to data from market intelligence firm Sensor Tower.Claude recorded the sharpest…
A concert by the US rapper Kanye West, who was supposed to perform on July 18 in Reggio Emilia in northern Italy, has been banned on public safety grounds, the authorities said. Kanye West gig banned in Italy The prefect of the province, Salvatore Angieri, said the decision was made following requests from bodies including…
FMCG major Nestle India has flagged volatility in input costs amid geopolitical uncertainties but said it will continue to pursue volume-led growth in the new fiscal, with focus on expanding consumption, improving penetration and driving efficiencies, PTI reported.Chairman and Managing Director Manish Tiwary said the maker of Maggi noodles, Nescafé and KitKat remains cautious as…
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage in the United States eased last week after climbing to its highest level in nine months, offering some relief to prospective homebuyers navigating a challenging housing market.According to Freddie Mac, the US-government-sponsored mortgage finance corporation whose weekly survey is widely regarded as a key indicator of US…
GST collections: India’s net Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections increased to Rs 1.78 lakh crore in March 2026, marking a rise of 8.2% compared to the previous month, according to official figures released on Wednesday.Gross GST revenue for March stood at Rs 2 lakh crore, which is an 8.8% increase over the same month…
G Kishan Reddy (File photo) Union coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday said coal gasification will play a critical role in enhancing India’s energy security, reducing import dependence and supporting industrial growth.The renewed push has gained urgency amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has led to a surge in global energy…
The Host Julie Rovner KFF Health News @jrovner @julierovner.bsky.social Read Julie's stories. Julie Rovner is chief Washington correspondent and host of KFF Health News’ weekly health policy news podcast, "What the Health?" A noted expert on health policy issues, Julie is the author of the critically praised reference book "Health Care Politics and Policy A…