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Health insurance premiums for about 200,000 Connecticut residents with state-managed health insurance could rise again. The Connecticut Department of Insurance is expected to decide soon whether to approve rate increases in the individual and small group markets proposed by seven health insurers, including Anthem, Connecticare and UnitedHealthcare. According to the department, the proposed average individual rate request represents an 8.3% increase compared to 12.4% in 2024, and ranges from 7.4% to 12.5%. The proposed average small group rate request represents an 11.9% increase compared to 14.8% in 2024, and ranges from 5.1% to 13.6%. Companies cite rising healthcare costs, including…
So much of the digital world relies on open source software, where the underlying code is published on the internet so developers can freely modify it or build on it as they see fit. Mozilla's Firefox browser, the publishing platform WordPress, and the operating system Linux are just three examples, along with many other lesser known programs that fundamentally run the internet. There's been a big debate in Silicon Valley and among policymakers about whether companies should open-source their artificial intelligence. While Google and OpenAI have kept everything isolated, Meta has bet its entire AI strategy on the open-source route,…
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is now accepting applications for the department’s Innovative Technology Program for fall 2024. The program provides financial assistance to government agencies and non-government organizations for innovative transportation-related projects, such as improving safety, improving access and mobility, and implementing new transportation technologies. “Innovative technologies” are technologies that do not currently exist in the project's local community, allowing local communities to decide which projects to submit based on their own needs. All transportation systems projects are eligible, including road, rail, aviation, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), bicycle/pedestrian, public transit, software and technology infrastructure.Candidate…
Skift Take Standard is in a category of hotels that is coveted by Hyatt and all the big groups, and Hyatt's CEO has previously said that adding luxury and lifestyle brands creates a “network effect” that can drive growth and engagement in its loyalty program. Sean O'Neill Hyatt Hotels said Tuesday it plans to acquire the brands of Standard International, which operates 21 hotels across five hospitality brands, including luxury lifestyle brand The Standard. Hyatt will pay $150 million as the base purchase price, with up to an additional $185 million for each property added to the portfolio.Standard International has…
Skift Take Standard is in a category of hotels that is coveted by Hyatt and all the big groups, and Hyatt's CEO has previously said that adding luxury and lifestyle brands creates a “network effect” that can drive growth and engagement in its loyalty program. Sean O'Neill Hyatt Hotels said Tuesday it plans to acquire the brands of Standard International, which operates 21 hotels across five hospitality brands, including luxury lifestyle brand The Standard. Hyatt will pay $150 million as the base purchase price, with up to an additional $185 million for each property added to the portfolio.Standard International has…
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A new editorial titled, “Physical Fitness and Lifestyle in Relation to Biological Aging,” has been published in the journal Aging . As the aging of the world progresses, it is important to develop intervention strategies that target aging itself, rather than focusing only on organ- or disease-based medicine. The aging science hypothesis, which holds that delaying aging can prevent the onset of diseases, has been gaining attention due to advances in aging biomarkers, facilitated by improvements in both measurement techniques (e.g., omics) and analysis techniques (e.g., bioinformatics). In their editorial, researchers Takuji Kawamura, Zsolt Radak, Mitsuru…
The cryptocurrency market has seen a significant drop recently, making it a tough environment for new and experienced traders. With fluctuating values and market volatility, finding the ideal option can be a challenge. However, despite the economic downturn, some cryptocurrencies continue to gain traction, offering potential opportunities for those willing to take calculated risks. So let's take a look at the top trending cryptocurrencies that stand out, regardless of the current state of the market. BlockDAG: The Future of Scalable and Secure Blockchain Networks BlockDAG is garnering attention in the cryptocurrency world by leveraging advanced blockchain technology to create a…
Kyle Richards grew up in Los Angeles and continues to raise her family there. She also owns two vacation homes in La Quinta and Aspen, California. During a recent Amazon Live appearance, the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star opened up more about her current living situation and answered a fan's question about the possibility of buying a “vacation home” in Europe, given that she and her family travel there frequently. “I don't know, it's just hard to get there,” Kyle said. Kyle Richards plans to move out of Los AngelesWhile Kyle may not have plans to move abroad anytime…
summary The Alien prequels display more advanced technology than the original film, reflecting the different backgrounds and settings of the characters. Peter Weyland's arrogance is evident in Prometheus, as he lavishes money on luxurious, modern spaceships in contrast to the more practical ships in Alien. Ridley Scott gives a brief explanation for the technological disparity between Prometheus and Alien, suggesting that the audience should not be in disbelief due to the fictional setting. It seems odd that Prometheus seems to have better technology than the original 1979 Alien, but this actually makes sense within the fictional reality of the series.…
No, Taylor Swift does not endorse Donald Trump. Yes, the huge crowds that turned out at Kamala Harris rallies were real. Do you agree? Whether you agree or not, the very fact that it’s being questioned indicates that we’re all in the midst of an ongoing AI election nightmare, with examples of AI-generated disinformation relating to the 2024 election piling up quickly. Last week, Donald Trump falsely claimed that photos of large crowds at Kamala Harris rallies were generated by AI, and two days ago, Trump shared several images on Truth Social implying that Taylor Swift was endorsing him, some…