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The quiet $8 billion crisis: long COVID costs keep rising as Washington looks away

NIH grants canceled, the federal office shuttered, clinics closing — the government is turning its eyes elsewhere as 44 million suffer.

By Bruce Y. Lee, Hannah Dimmick and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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500,000 people were locked in state psychiatric hospitals. Their descendants can’t find out why
By Mike Stobbe, Nick Lichtenberg and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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AI hallucinations are infiltrating expert work—and entering the permanent body of knowledge
By Tristan BoveMay 24, 2026
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
By Katie MooreMay 22, 2026
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Meet the hospital dogs ‘making a real difference’ by getting sick kids to smile
By Laura Ungar and The Associated PressMay 23, 2026
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Everyone is blaming AI for the death of ‘craft.’ Take a good look in the mirror
By Ashley YetmanMay 23, 2026
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Oil drops as U.S. says deal with Iran and Hormuz reopening is near
EnergyOil drops as U.S. says deal with Iran and Hormuz reopening is near
By Nicholas Lua and BloombergMay 24, 2026
Russia’s economy is much worse than it seems, and ‘elites are increasingly alarmed’ as alternate GDP gauge shows huge contraction
EconomyRussia’s economy is much worse than it seems, and ‘elites are increasingly alarmed’ as alternate GDP gauge shows huge contraction
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
Alaska’s oil revival sparks a new energy rush Into the Arctic
EnergyAlaska’s oil revival sparks a new energy rush Into the Arctic
By Jennifer A. Dlouhy and BloombergMay 24, 2026
Trump says ‘don’t listen to the losers’ after fellow Republicans warn he’s about to make a disastrous mistake with Iran ceasefire deal
PoliticsTrump says ‘don’t listen to the losers’ after fellow Republicans warn he’s about to make a disastrous mistake with Iran ceasefire deal
By Darlene Superville, Matthew Daly and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
SpaceX stock is about to join this growing constellation of public companies building a space-based economy
InvestingSpaceX stock is about to join this growing constellation of public companies building a space-based economy
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
The more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
PoliticsThe more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
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EnergyNonprofit fraud isn’t surging. Enforcement is
By Sarah Webber and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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Personal FinanceFrom Hobbes to the 14th amendment: the ancient and modern cases against Trump’s $1.8 billion fund
By Austin Sarat and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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There’s broad bipartisan support in Congress to renew Obamacare subsidies, but the abortion issue could block a deal and keep premiums high
PoliticsThere’s broad bipartisan support in Congress to renew Obamacare subsidies, but the abortion issue could block a deal and keep premiums high
By Mary Clare Jalonick and The Associated PressJanuary 17, 2026
  • OpenAI suggests ChatGPT play doctor as millions of Americans face spiking insurance costs: ‘In the U.S., ChatGPT has become an important ally’
    HealthOpenAI suggests ChatGPT play doctor as millions of Americans face spiking insurance costs: ‘In the U.S., ChatGPT has become an important ally’
    By Tristan BoveJanuary 7, 2026
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North AmericaFor 15 years, a neuroscientist has studied raccoon intelligence in Central Virginia. Then a drunk one passed out in a nearby liquor store
By Kelly Lambert and The ConversationJanuary 16, 2026
5 Best Home Saunas of 2026: Approved by Testers and Experts
Health5 Best Home Saunas of 2026: Approved by Testers and Experts
By Christina SnyderJanuary 15, 2026
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HealthOverdose deaths in U.S. have been dropping for over 2 years, the longest decline in decades
By Mike Stobbe and The Associated PressJanuary 15, 2026
Despite a $45 million net worth, Big Bang Theory star Kunal Nayyar still works tough, 16-hour days—he repeats this mantra when he’s overwhelmed
SuccessDespite a $45 million net worth, Big Bang Theory star Kunal Nayyar still works tough, 16-hour days—he repeats this mantra when he’s overwhelmed
By Orianna Rosa RoyleJanuary 15, 2026
The head of marketing at Slate posted on LinkedIn requesting cleaning services as a benefit at her company. The next day, HR answered her call
HealthThe head of marketing at Slate posted on LinkedIn requesting cleaning services as a benefit at her company. The next day, HR answered her call
By Sydney LakeJanuary 15, 2026
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    SuccessStaff at a major Swedish pharmacy chain are being paid to take time off with friends to combat loneliness—they can even text loved ones during the $100 ‘friendship hour’
    By Emma BurleighJanuary 7, 2026
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HealthThe 7 Best Protein Powders of 2026: RD Tested and Approved
By Christina SnyderJanuary 14, 2026
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PoliticsOne year after Bill Gates surprised with the choice to close his foundation by 2045, he’s cutting staff jobs
By Stephanie Beasley and The Associated PressJanuary 14, 2026
Best Outdoor Saunas
HealthThe Best Outdoor Saunas of 2026: Tested and Reviewed
By Christina SnyderJanuary 14, 2026
Elon Musk says humans are ‘pre-programmed to die’ and longevity is ‘solvable’, raising huge questions about the future of health
HealthElon Musk says humans are ‘pre-programmed to die’ and longevity is ‘solvable’, raising huge questions about the future of health
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJanuary 14, 2026
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Future of Work‘Hybrid creep’ is the latest trick bosses are using to get workers back in the office
By Nick LichtenbergJanuary 13, 2026
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    PoliticsYou’re not just imagining it—this flu season is officially severe with 45 states reporting high or very high activity
    By Mike Stobbe and The Associated PressJanuary 6, 2026
Elon Musk shares 4 bold predictions for the future of work: Robot surgeons in 3 years, immortality, and no need for retirement savings
SuccessElon Musk shares 4 bold predictions for the future of work: Robot surgeons in 3 years, immortality, and no need for retirement savings
By Orianna Rosa RoyleJanuary 13, 2026
5 daily tasks that can double as exercise
Health5 daily tasks that can double as exercise
By Molly Liebergall and Morning BrewJanuary 12, 2026
A smartphone displaying the app icon for Anthropic AI chatbot Claude displayed against a backdrop that also says "Claude."
AIAnthropic unveils Claude for Healthcare, expands life science features, and partners with HealthEx to let users connect medical records
By Jeremy KahnJanuary 11, 2026
Elon Musk, wearing a suit, puts his knuckles together and looks upward.
TechElon Musk asked people to upload their medical data to X so his AI company could learn to interpret MRIs and CT scans
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 11, 2026
CEO coach to the Fortune 500: The most powerful way to tackle 2026 is assuming you’ll live till 130
SuccessCEO coach to the Fortune 500: The most powerful way to tackle 2026 is assuming you’ll live till 130
By Bill HoogterpJanuary 10, 2026
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HealthThe 4 Best Hair Loss Treatments for Men in 2026: Tested and Ranked
By Christina SnyderJanuary 9, 2026
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HealthHow the new protein and dairy diet flies in the face of modern guidelines, according to a nutritionist who served on the advisory board until 2024
By Cristina Palacios and The ConversationJanuary 9, 2026
The 6 Best Hair Growth Products in 2026: Tested for Thickness and Health
HealthThe 6 Best Hair Growth Products in 2026: Tested for Thickness and Health
By Christina SnyderJanuary 9, 2026
School drop-off
SuccessThe child prodigy who beats you at chess when you’re a kid is going to fade away in adulthood 90% of the time, study says
By Jake AngeloJanuary 9, 2026
Bill Gates attend a meeting of Bloomberg at the Plaza Hote on September 23, 2025 in New York City.
HealthBill Gates warns the world is going ‘backwards’ and gives 5-year deadline before we enter a new Dark Age
By Eleanor PringleJanuary 9, 2026
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CommentaryFormer White House advisor on the real reason your health care costs are going up: Medicare’s doctor pay gap
By Tomas J. PhilipsonJanuary 9, 2026
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CybersecurityMass shootings on campus give rise to a new kind of life-saving service journalism: an anonymous message board called Sidechat
By Leah Willingham and The Associated PressJanuary 8, 2026
AG1 Review (2026): Dietitian Approved and Personally Tested
HealthAG1 Review (2026): Dietitian Approved and Personally Tested
By Christina SnyderJanuary 8, 2026
Jerome Adams
CommentaryTrump’s former surgeon general: One year in, the war on vaccination is undoing the Trump administration’s health agenda
By Jerome AdamsJanuary 8, 2026
America’s healthiest state has clean air and water, good education, and safe cities—And says a lot about the country’s rural-urban divide
HealthAmerica’s healthiest state has clean air and water, good education, and safe cities—And says a lot about the country’s rural-urban divide
By Tristan BoveJanuary 8, 2026
Illustration of a human and robot hand holding a pharmacy and an AI symbol, respectively.
AIAs Utah gives AI the power to prescribe some drugs, physicians warn of patient risks
By Beatrice NolanJanuary 8, 2026
Simple App as best intermittent fasting app
HealthThe Best Nutrition Apps of 2026: Approved by Experts
By Christina SnyderJanuary 7, 2026
RFK Jr.  is pushing Americans to eat more red meat and dairy as Starbucks, Chipotle, and others cash in on protein craze
HealthRFK Jr.  is pushing Americans to eat more red meat and dairy as Starbucks, Chipotle, and others cash in on protein craze
By Tristan BoveJanuary 7, 2026
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AIOpenAI launches ChatGPT Health in a push to become a hub for personal health data
By Sharon GoldmanJanuary 7, 2026
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Jeff Bezos wants the bottom half of earners to pay zero income tax—he says nurses making just $75K should save $12K a yearplaceholder alt text
By Preston ForeMay 21, 2026
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By Emma BurleighMay 22, 2026
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By Sasha RogelbergMay 24, 2026
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