Podcast: Even With Insurance, the Cost of Health Care Remains a Crushing Burden 2019-07-09

The Takeaway

Even With Insurance, the Cost of Health Care Remains a Crushing Burden

Meanwhile, a US Circuit Court of Appeals is once again hearing arguments on the fate of Obamacare.

A Look At Rising Drug Prices

Prescription drugs are becoming increasingly unaffordable, making the issue one of the most important of the 2020 presidential race. 

Congress Raises Concerns Over Facebook’s Planned Cryptocurrency 

Last week, congressional leaders asked Facebook to stop the development of its new cryptocurrency until they can assess the risks and opportunities for regulation.

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Digital ‘Fingerprinting’ Is The Next Generation Tracking Technology

When you browse the web, advertisers can use this technology to store your location and identity.

As Iran and the U.S. Escalate Tensions, Europe is Caught In the Middle

Iran’s breach on uranium enrichment leaves France, Germany, and Britain in a difficult position over what to do in response.

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