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Editorial: Operation Holiday sets out to help those in needThe ability of the right diet to prevent illness has prompted some health insurers to pay for "food ... [+] as medicine." (Photo by Stephen Chernin/Getty Images) During the holiday season, Americans’ charitable impulses are repeatedly highlighted in stories about donating food or feeding meals to the less fortunate. Not discussed are the many poor and/or elderly Americans who are being fed by their health insurance plan based on the cold-eyed calculation that doing so will reduce their future medical costs. Although the prophet Isaiah promised that if “you offer your compassion to the hungry,” then “the Lord will guide you always,” the “Food is Medicine” movement (also known as “Food as Medicine”) focuses on a more tangible reward. Tufts University researchers found that providing medically tailored meals to the 6.3 million Americans with diet-sensitive conditions could net $13.6 billion in savings annually from averted hospitalizations and other medical issues. A separate Food is Medicine Landscape Survey , examining how poor diet is linked to heart disease, stroke, breast and colorectal cancer and other illnesses, concluded, “The current trend of poor health conditions associated with one’s dietary intake, combined with an aging U.S. population, increases the financial burden on Medicare, Medicaid and other federal programs...Improving the nation’s dietary intake has significant health benefits and, therefore, cost implications.” Since 2020 Medicare Advantage plans have been allowed by the government to offer extra benefits such as food. According to KFF (previously the Kaiser Family Foundation), 72 percent of MA plans offered meal benefits such as meal delivery in 2024. Interestingly, among those who qualify for what’s called Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill, just 13.9 percent of individual plans offered food and produce, but 60 percent of “special needs plans” did. If, on the other hand, an elderly individual needing food or nutritional assistance chooses traditional Medicare, he or she is on their own to find help. In 2023 the federal government began approving requests by states that wanted to use Medicaid funds on food-related programs including vouchers for groceries, stocking pantries with healthy food for children and pregnant women and nutritional counseling. A Wall Street Journal article noted widespread bipartisan support for the effort and sketched out initial food efforts in states as diverse as Massachusetts and Arkansas. 70+ Early Black Friday Deals: Save Up To 50% On Beauty, Tech And More The 116 Best Black Friday Deals So Far, According To Our Editors Unsurprisingly, however, when good intentions involve ungodly amounts of money, both abuses and opportunities arise. For instance, an investigation by STAT News found that one food company that was paid millions of dollars annually by state Medicaid programs to deliver “medically tailored” meals to those suffering from illnesses such as cancer or diabetes is delivering salty, fad-laden fare such as cheeseburgers. Another company sold a version of biscuits and gravy loaded with sodium and saturated fat. On the other end of the scale (as it were), a company called Foodsmart has raised investment capital for a telenutrition platform which, according to a Forbes.com post , enables primary care providers to refer Medicaid patients to a network of “virtual dieticians” who provide “personalized, condition-specific nutritional guidance.” More in the holiday spirit, perhaps, is a New York-based organization active in the “food as medicine” movement that embodies both ethics and economics. The organization, which provides medically-tailored meals, Is called “God’s Love We Deliver.”
Nasa spacecraft will make closest-ever approach to the SunNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 24, 2024-- Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds investors that a shareholder filed a class action on behalf of all purchasers of securities of AMMO, Inc. (NASDAQ: POWW) between August 19, 2020 and September 24, 2024. AMMO describes itself as a “company that designs, produces, and markets ammunition and ammunition component products for public consumers, manufacturers, and law enforcement and military agencies.” For more information, submit a form , email attorney Phillip Kim, or give us a call at 866-767-3653. The Allegations: Rosen Law Firm is Investigating the Allegations that AMMO, Inc. (NASDAQ: POWW) Misled Investors Regarding its Business Operations. According to the lawsuit, during the Class Period, defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) AMMO lacked adequate internal controls over financial reporting; (2) there was a substantial likelihood AMMO failed to accurately disclose all executive officers, members of management, and potential related party transactions in fiscal years 2020 through 2023; (3) there was a substantial likelihood AMMO failed to properly characterize certain fees paid for investor relations and legal services as reductions of proceeds from capital raises rather than period expenses in fiscal years 2021 and 2022; (4) there was a substantial likelihood AMMO failed to appropriately value unrestricted stock awards to officers, directors, employees and others in fiscal years 2020 through 2022; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants’ positive statements about AMMO’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages. What Now: You may be eligible to participate in the class action against AMMO, Inc. Shareholders who want to serve as lead plaintiff for the class must file their motions with the court by November 29, 2024. A lead plaintiff is a representative party who acts on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation. You do not have to participate in the case to be eligible for a recovery. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member. For more information, click here . All representation is on a contingency fee basis. Shareholders pay no fees or expenses. About Rosen Law Firm: Some law firms issuing releases about this matter do not actually litigate securities class actions. Rosen Law Firm does. Rosen Law Firm is a recognized leader in shareholder rights litigation, dedicated to helping shareholders recover losses, improving corporate governance structures, and holding company executives accountable for their wrongdoing. Since its inception, Rosen Law Firm has obtained over $1 billion for shareholders. Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm , on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/ . Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241124774051/en/ CONTACT: Laurence Rosen, Esq. Phillip Kim, Esq. The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. 275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 686-1060 Toll Free: (866) 767-3653 Fax: (212) 202-3827 case@rosenlegal.com www.rosenlegal.com KEYWORD: NEW YORK UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LEGAL SOURCE: The Rosen Law Firm, P.A. Copyright Business Wire 2024. PUB: 11/24/2024 09:01 AM/DISC: 11/24/2024 09:01 AM http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241124774051/en
The legal defense fund for Luigi Mangione , the 26-year-old accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson , has amassed over $200,000 in donations. The outpouring of support has raised alarms among law enforcement officials who fear the suspect is being idolized. A crowdfunding campaign on GiveSendGo was launched by a group calling itself “The December 4th Legal Committee,” referencing the date of Thompson’s killing in Midtown Manhattan. Mangione is accused of ambushing and fatally shooting Thompson as he walked to a shareholders’ meeting. The campaign claims to support Mangione’s “constitutional right to fair legal representation” and has attracted thousands of donors, many of whom left supportive messages. The fundraiser previously hit $50,000 in donations by Dec. 12 and has continued to elevate toward a $500,000 "goal," according to the GiveSendGo page. One anonymous donor contributed $10, writing: “This is for a young-adult family member who believes in the fight against big U.S. now international insurance companies who use unfair denial of claims to people in need to increase their profits and profitability.” Another donor simply commented, “Eat the rich!” alongside their $10 contribution. GiveSendGo defended its decision to host the campaign in a press statement, stating, “We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to access due process.” However, other platforms, including GoFundMe, have taken down similar campaigns, citing violations of terms prohibiting fundraising for violent crimes. The surge in donations comes as Mangione faces state and federal charges, including terrorism and first-degree murder. Federal prosecutors are pursuing charges that could result in the death penalty. Despite the severity of the allegations, Mangione’s supporters appear undeterred, with some lauding him as a symbol of resistance against corporate greed. Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday during his arraignment in Manhattan Supreme Court. His attorney, Karen Friedman Angifilo, criticized the heavy-handed treatment of her client, calling it a "political spectacle," referring to heavy police presence and perp walk that took place for Mangione's separate federal charges last week. Outside the state courthouse Monday, dozens of supporters, including a group of young women, gathered in frigid weather to show solidarity. Law enforcement officials are increasingly concerned about the glorification of Mangione. Meanwhile, the discourse has served as a callback to other high-profile criminal cases that initially garnered public sympathy, such as the Unabomber case and the Olympic Park Bomber case. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER A recent intelligence bulletin warned of growing online rhetoric supporting violence against CEOs, including the spread of “hit lists” and banners displaying the phrase “Deny, Defend, Depose,” which police say was etched into shell casings found at the crime scene where Thompson was shot and killed. “It's deeply disturbing,” Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. "And what I would say to members of the public, people who, as you described, are celebrating this and maybe contemplating other action, that we will be vigilant and we will hold people accountable."The rumors of marriage problems between Chen Xiao and Michelle Chen first surfaced earlier this year when reports claimed that the couple was living separately due to their busy work schedules. However, both stars have remained tight-lipped about the speculation, choosing not to address the rumors directly.In conclusion, the Holy Altar combination's triumph as the annual best women's doubles pair is a moment of pride and celebration for Chinese badminton. Ling Yao and Zhang Wei's remarkable journey to the top serves as a reminder of the power of teamwork, determination, and passion in achieving greatness. The Holy Altar combination's success will be remembered and celebrated for years to come, inspiring future generations of badminton players to dream big and reach for the stars.It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history — one that experts say could accomplish something that parents, schools and other governments have attempted with varying degrees of success: keeping kids . Australia's new law, approved by its Parliament last week, is an attempt to swim against many tides of modern life — formidable forces like technology, marketing, globalization and, of course, the iron will of a teenager. And like efforts of the past to protect kids from things that parents believe they're not ready for, the nation's move is both ambitious and not exactly simple, particularly in a world where young people are often shaped, defined and judged by the online company they keep. The ban won't go into effect for another year. But how will Australia be able to enforce it? That's not clear, nor will it be easy. TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram have become so ingrained in young people's lives that going cold turkey will be difficult. Other questions loom. Does the ban limit kids' free expression and — especially for those in vulnerable groups — isolate them and curtail their opportunity to connect with members of their community? And how will social sites verify people's ages, anyway? Can't kids just get around such technicalities, as they so often do? This is, after all, the 21st century — an era when social media is the primary communications tool for most of those born in the past 25 years who, in a fragmented world, seek the common cultures of trends, music and memes. What happens when big swaths of that fall away? Is Australia's initiative a good, long-time-coming development that will protect the vulnerable, or could it become a well-meaning experiment with unintended consequences? The law will make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent children younger than 16 from holding accounts. “It’s clear that social media companies have to be held accountable, which is what Australia is trying to do,” said Jim Steyer, president and CEO of the nonprofit Common Sense Media. Leaders and parents in countries around the world are watching Australia’s policy closely as many seek to protect young kids from the internet's dangerous corners — and, not incidentally, from each other. Most nations have taken different routes, from parental consent requirements to minimum age limits. Many child safety experts, parents and even teens who have waited to get on social media consider Australia's move a positive step. They say there’s ample reason to ensure that children wait. “What’s most important for kids, just like adults, is real human connection. Less time alone on the screen means more time to connect, not less," said Julie Scelfo, the founder of Mothers Against Media Addiction, or MAMA, a grassroots group of parents aimed at combatting the harms of social media to children. “I’m confident we can support our kids in interacting in any number of ways aside from sharing the latest meme.” The harms to children from social media have been well documented in the two decades since Facebook’s launch ushered in a new era in how the world communicates. Kids who spend more time on social media, especially as tweens or young teenagers, are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, according to — though it is not yet clear if there is a causal relationship. What's more, many are exposed to content that is not appropriate for their age, including pornography and violence, as well as . They also face bullying, sexual harassment and unwanted advances from their peers as well as adult strangers. Because their brains are not fully developed, teenagers, especially younger ones the law is focused on, are also more affected by social comparisons than adults, so even happy posts from friends can send them into a negative spiral. Many major initiatives, particularly those aimed at social engineering, can produce side effects — often unintended. Could that happen here? What, if anything, do kids stand to lose by separating kids and the networks in which they participate? Paul Taske, associate director of litigation at the tech lobbying group NetChoice, says he considers the ban “one of the most extreme violations of free speech on the world stage today" even as he expressed relief that the First Amendment prevents such law in the United States "These restrictions would create a massive cultural shift,” Taske said. “Not only is the Australian government preventing young people from engaging with issues they’re passionate about, but they’re also doing so even if their parents are ok with them using digital services," he said. "Parents know their children and their needs the best, and they should be making these decisions for their families — not big government. That kind of forcible control over families inevitably will have downstream cultural impacts.” David Inserra, a fellow for Free Expression and Technology, Cato Institute, called the bill “about as useful as an ashtray on a motorbike” in a . While Australia's law doesn't require “hard verification” such as an uploaded ID, he said, it calls for effective “age assurance.” He said no verification system can ensure accuracy while also protecting privacy and not impacting adults in the process. Privacy advocates have also raised concerns about the law's effect on online anonymity, a cornerstone of online communications — and something that can protect teens on social platforms. “Whether it be religious minorities and dissidents, LGBTQ youth, those in abusive situations, whistleblowers, or countless other speakers in tricky situations, anonymous speech is a critical tool to safely challenge authority and express controversial opinions,” Inserra said. A spot check of kids at one mall in the Australian city of Brisbane on Wednesday didn't turn up a great deal of worry, though. “Social media is still important because you get to talk to people, but I think it’s still good that they’re like limiting it,” said Swan Son, a 13-year-old student at Brisbane State High School. She said she has had limited exposure to social media and wouldn’t really miss it for a couple of years. Her parents already enforce a daily one-hour limit. And as for her friends? “I see them at school every day, so I think I’ll be fine.” Conor Negric, 16, said he felt he’d dodged a bullet because of his age. Still, he considers the law reasonable. “I think 16 is fine. Some kids, I know some kids like 10 who’re on Instagram, Snapchat. I only got Instagram when I was 14." His mom, Sive Negric, who has two teenage sons, said she was happy for her boys to avoid exposure to social media too early: “That aspect of the internet, it’s a bit `meanland.'" Parents in earlier this year organized on platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram to promise not to buy smartphones for children younger than 12 or 13. This approach costs almost no money and requires no government enforcement. In the United States, some parents are either informally or as part of an organized campaign such as Wait Until 8th, a group that helps parents delay kids' access to social media and phones. This fall, Norway announced plans to ban kids under 15 from using social media, while a smartphone ban for kids under 15 in a limited number of schools — a policy that could be rolled out nationwide if successful. U.S. lawmakers have held multiple congressional hearings — — on child online safety. Still, the last federal law aimed at protecting children online was enacted in 1998, six years before Facebook’s founding. In July, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed legislation , pushing forward with what would be the first major effort by Congress in decades to hold tech companies more accountable. But the has since stalled in the House. While several states have passed laws requiring age verification, those are stuck in court. Utah became to pass laws regulating children’s social media use in 2023. In September, a against the law, which would have required social media companies to verify the ages of users, apply privacy settings and limit some features. NetChoice has also obtained injunctions temporarily halting similar laws in several other states. And last May, said there is insufficient evidence to show social media is safe for kids. He urged policymakers to treat social media like car seats, baby formula, medication and other products children use. “Why should social media products be any different? Scelfo said. “Parents cannot possibly bear the entire responsibility of keeping children safe online, because the problems are baked into the design of the products.”
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By MICHAEL RUBINKAM and MATTHEW BROWN Swaths of Pennsylvania and many other states are honeycombed with old, unstable mines that can cause the earth to suddenly give way — a phenomenon known as “ mine subsidence ” that poses a threat to people and property. That’s what searchers in Westmoreland County, just southeast of Pittsburgh, fear led to the disappearance of 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard . Pollard and a young granddaughter were looking for a lost cat when she went missing Monday evening. At about the same time, a sinkhole appeared roughly 20 feet (6 meters) from where she had parked her car, in an area above an old coal mine. The granddaughter was found safe inside the car hours later, while the difficult and potentially dangerous search for Pollard continues. Mine subsidence has caused billions of dollars in damage in areas of the U.S. where mining once took place. In Pennsylvania alone, coal was mined in nearly half of the state’s 67 counties and there are at least 5,000 abandoned underground mines, leaving behind hazards that officials say can arise at any time. The Marguerite Mine that authorities believe resulted in the sinkhole was last operated in 1952 by the H.C. Frick Coke Co., according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. The coal seam in the area is about 20 feet (6 meters) beneath the surface. The state Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation will examine the scene when the search concludes to see if the sinkhole was indeed caused by mine subsidence, spokesperson Neil Shader said. There are as many as 500,000 abandoned mines in the U.S. — far outnumbering those that are still active, according to the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration. Related Articles National News | Two students wounded and gunman dead after shooting at Northern California elementary school National News | Dog food recalled in 7 states for salmonella risk after puppy litter gets sick, FDA says National News | White House says at least 8 US telecom firms, dozens of nations impacted by China hacking campaign National News | Powell: Fed’s independence from politics is vital to its interest rate decisions National News | United Healthcare CEO kept a low public profile. Then he was shot to death in New York In many cases their owners simply walked away from coal or precious metals mines when they became uneconomical to operate and declared bankruptcy, leaving behind safety hazards and costly pollution cleanups that public agencies must handle. Old mines pose myriad dangers , with 381 people killed and 152 injured at abandoned mine sites nationwide between 2000 and 2013, according to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. Victims can fall into hidden shafts, get lost in underground tunnels or perish from poisonous gases present in many old coal mines. Mine shafts can extend hundreds of feet beneath the surface and often are unmarked. State and federal agencies have sealed off many old mines. But more are discovered every year and officials have yet to conduct basic risk analyses on most of the abandoned mines on federal land. Besides the safety hazards, millions of gallons of water loaded with arsenic, lead and other toxic metals flows daily from contaminated mine sites without being treated. Rubinkam reported form northeastern Pennsylvania and Brown reported from Billings, Montana.
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To address the challenges posed by algorithmic profiteering and systemic indifference, a multi-disciplinary approach is needed. Companies and policymakers must prioritize ethical algorithm design, transparency, and accountability to ensure that algorithms serve the public interest and uphold human values. User education and empowerment are also essential to help individuals navigate and advocate for their rights in an increasingly algorithm-driven world.
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