Medicare starts a long road to cutting prices for drugs, starting with 10 costing it $50.5 billion annually – a health policy analyst explains why negotiations are promising but will take years

Sep 01, 2023 01:43 am UTC| Economy

The Biden administration released on Aug. 29, 2023, a list of the first 10 drugs that will be up for negotiations with pharmaceutical companies over their Medicare prices. The drugs are purchased through Medicare Part...

How to get federal disaster aid: FEMA is running out of money, but these strategies can help survivors of Hurricane Idalia and the Maui fires get aid faster

Sep 01, 2023 01:39 am UTC| Economy Politics

As questions loom over the Federal Emergency Management Agencys ability to fund disaster recovery efforts, people who lost homes to recent wildfires and storms are trying to make their way through the difficult process of...

Asahi Breweries Unveils Low-Alcohol 'Dry Crystal' Addition to the Super Dry Lineup

Aug 31, 2023 10:39 am UTC| Economy Life Business

Asahi Breweries, the iconic Japanese beer brand, introduces Asahi Super Dry Dry Crystal, a 3.5% ABV twist on the classic Super Dry, ensuring a rich taste without the high alcohol content. Donning the name Dry Crystal,...

CNN Brings Former The New York Times and BBC CEO to the Company as New Boss to Lead Turnaround

Aug 31, 2023 09:52 am UTC| Business Economy Life

CNN, or Cable News Network, has a new chairman and chief executive officer. The news channels parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., hired veteran media personality, Mark Thompson, to lead the group. Thompson...

Mister Donut Unveils New Sweet Potato Donut Lineup in Japan's Autumn Tradition

Aug 31, 2023 09:51 am UTC| Economy Life Business

Mister Donut captivates Japan with its annual autumn release of sweet potato donuts, showcasing five exquisite variations, from classic flavors to innovative twists inspired by yaki imo. This years lineup features five...

Hyundai Repurposes Sedan Line to Boost SUV Production Amid Rising Global Demand

Aug 31, 2023 09:42 am UTC| Economy Life Business

Hyundai Motor Co. is shifting gears, converting a sedan production line to accommodate the surging global SUV demand. This strategic move, decided in a recent Employment Security Committee meeting, targets the popular...

Amorepacific's Aestura Enters Japan, Accelerating the Brand’s Global Expansion

Aug 31, 2023 09:37 am UTC| Business Economy

Amorepacifics Aestura brand has entered the Japanese market and is set to be officially launched there this week. Its arrival in Japan also speeds up the brands expansion in the international retail business segment. As...