The federal government proposed a 0.09% increase in Medicare Advantage payments for 2027 (about $700 million), leaving funding effectively near flat; the article reports this may put continued pressure on premiums, benefits and plan availability.
On Thursday at Augusta National, Jack Nicklaus took part in ceremonial tee shots as the tournament marked the 40th anniversary of his 1986 Masters win, when the 46-year-old shot a final-round 65 to claim his sixth green jacket.
Psychologists note that men often show different symptoms of depression and that help-seeking among men has increased in recent years.
Researchers report that DFNZ, a modified compound from the nitazene family, relieved pain in rodents while producing limited drug-seeking and minimal withdrawal signs; experts say human effects remain undetermined and further study is required.
Joan Chittenden, 90, who attended 65 Masters over 67 years, is sitting out the 90th tournament after deciding to give up her Masters badge.
Michael J. Fox posted on Threads that he is fine after CNN mistakenly posted a video package titled "Remembering the life of actor Michael J. Fox"; CNN apologized and removed the package from its platforms.
Jenna Ortega told the 'Big Bro with Kid Cudi' podcast she nearly left acting after a children's show, and that landing a role on Season 2 of Netflix's You in 2019 renewed her interest and preceded later breakout parts.
Dave Coulier says he replaced his toothpaste after a Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis and a later tongue cancer diagnosis, and he has since announced both cancers are in remission.
The Dow gained about 1,342 points while U.S. and international oil benchmarks fell below $100 a barrel after a temporary ceasefire in the Iran war eased concerns about disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Josh Whalen, 44, reports losing over 50 pounds after clinician-guided testosterone replacement therapy combined with lifestyle changes, and says his energy and family relationships improved.
