[ad_1] Millions of older Americans in Medicare are about to receive a benefit that has never existed before: coverage of obesity drugs. Starting Wednesday, eligible beneficiaries can get GLP-1s to treat obesity for a copay of just $50 per month. It’s a watershed move that could unlock a vast new patient population for Novo Nordisk … Read more
[ad_1] As athletes and millions of fans gear up for the FIFA World Cup starting next week, global health officials are preparing for a high-stakes challenge of their own: protecting against infectious diseases. For the first time, the tournament will span 16 host cities across three countries — the United States, Canada and Mexico — … Read more
[ad_1] A cruise ship outbreak of hantavirus has rattled the public and reignited fears of another global health scare as passengers disperse across multiple countries, including the U.S. The World Health Organization reported 11 cases linked to the outbreak as of Wednesday, eight of which it confirmed, including three deaths. While the CDC said Thursday … Read more
[ad_1] Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. It’s been nearly two months since the launch of Bilt 2.0. Now that the confetti has fallen, it’s time to take another look at this version of Bilt. While it’s as complicated as it originally seemed, Bilt is also manageable if … Read more
[ad_1] President Donald Trump on Thursday announced he would circumvent Congress and unilaterally pay Transportation Security Administration agents, as lawmakers continues to negotiate funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Trump’s move, announced via TruthSocial, could at least temporarily ease the tension that has been building for weeks in U.S. airports as TSA agents went … Read more
[ad_1] Costco, the mammoth wholesale retailer known for its affordable gold and $1.50 hot dogs, is set to open its first standalone gas station in Mission Viejo, California. Costco has been a competitor in the fueling space since 1995, but its gas stations have always been built alongside its warehouse stores. Now, the company is … Read more
[ad_1] Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Amex has expanded its business card lineup with the introduction of the American Express Graphite™ Business Cash Unlimited Card. It earns at least 2% cash back* on eligible purchases, which should make it a strong option for business owners looking to simplify their … Read more
[ad_1] Running a business is complicated—particularly in times of geopolitical and economic uncertainty. The first few months of 2026 have seen several unexpected events, including an escalating war in the Middle East that has caused gas prices to spike and led to increased concern of cyber attacks. Political risk insurance briefly came into the spotlight … Read more
[ad_1] Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Welcome to the first installment of the Points Pro column, where I answer your travel rewards and credit cards questions each week. If you have a question you’d like answered, you can submit it here. To kick us off, this week, CNBC Select … Read more
[ad_1] An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) speed boat sailing along the Persian Gulf near a cargo vessel. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images With oil prices at levels not seen in years and global business supply chains across sectors of the economy shut down by the de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz, … Read more
