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- Obamacare subsidies have expired; big increases arriving soon
Congress dithered and did nothing with the time it had to fix the problem By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs January 5, 2026 Enhanced Obamacare subsidies used by more than 20 million Americans expired Thursday, driving up monthly insurance premiums for millions of households. Democrats are moving quickly to make the lapse a central issue in the midterm elections, arguing voters will feel the impact immediately. Republicans say the subsidies were wasteful and are instead highlighting tax cuts passed last year, even as some in swing districts push for a late extension. The enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies that helped more than 20 million Americans afford health insurance expired Thursdayafter Congress failed to extend them, immediately raising premiums for many households and setting off a new political fight ahead of the midterm elections. Many Americans are just starting… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago - Fresh controversy about the active ingredient in RoundupRetracted study rattles confidence in glyphosate science as EPA review looms By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs January 5, 2026 A 25-year-old study long used to defend glyphosates safety was formally retracted last month Journal editors cited ethical concerns and undisclosed industry involvement The reversal comes as the EPA faces a 2026 deadline to reassess the widely used herbicide A landmark scientific paper published in 2000 that helped cement glyphosates reputation as a safe herbicide has been formally retracted, reopening long-simmering questions about the science underpinning one of the most widely used weedkillers in American agriculture. The study, which concluded that glyphosate the active ingredient in Roundup posed no meaningful risk to human health, was cited for decades by regulators and researchers as evidence that the chemical could be safely used on crops ranging from corn, soybeans and wheat to… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.3 hours ago
- What are the likely effects on consumers of Trump’s Venezuela incursion?Economists see limited economic upside, modest risks from Trumps Venezuela action By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs January 4, 2026 Economists say President Trumps move against Venezuela is unlikely to deliver meaningful near-term economic gains, particularly in global oil supply. Most expect only modest, short-lived pressure on oil prices, with broader inflation effects limited but not zero. Longer-term outcomes hinge on political stability and investment factors analysts say remain highly uncertain. President Trumps aggressive action against Venezuela has injected fresh geopolitical risk into global markets, but economists and energy analysts say the economic consequences are likely to be more muted and more complicated than the administrations rhetoric suggests. The immediate focus has been on oil. Venezuela holds the worlds largest proven crude reserves, and the U.S. move has raised questions about whether Washington could ultimately unlock new supply or… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.5 hours ago
- Doctor’s orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules For a Long and Healthy Life," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a prominent oncologist and health policy expert, goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep. He talks with Norah O'Donnell about the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.13 hours ago - What to Know About Canceled Flights in the Caribbean Amid U.S. Military Action in Venezuela
The F.A.A. grounded U.S. flights in the region because of the Trump administration’s military action in Venezuela, stranding travelers and disrupting vacations. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago - Airlines Are Canceling Flights After U.S. Closes Airspace Over the CaribbeanThe Federal Aviation Administration cited “safety-of-flight risks” in restricting the U.S.-controlled airspace as a result of the military operation in Venezuela. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 day ago
- Book excerpt: “Eat Your Ice Cream” by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D.In his new book, the oncologist and health policy expert discusses longevity, and how to best differentiate valid and effective health and wellness advice from "the speculative, deceptive, and just plain stupid." ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 days ago
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