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Sat, December 7, 2024
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Alone and broke against a renewed insurgency, is Assad's rule about to collapse?
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - The Australian Financial Review
A crazy six hours in Seoul and the fragility of democracy
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As Assad Prepares Last Stand, His Ally Iraq Rules Out Military Intervention
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - Sydney Morning Herald
Protest outside places of worship could be banned in NSW after Great Synagogue incident
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - MSN
MCA will remain vocal, provide checks and balances to govt, says Wee
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - Wall Street Journal
What to Know About the Civil War in Syria
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - MSN
Discuss more, don't rush proposed changes
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48 arrested in Tbilisi during ninth night of protests
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MPs abandon flights, use SGR to Mombasa for parliamentary games to save funds: "Austerity measure"
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Angela Rayner to announce 'sweeping planning overhaul' to fast-track new homes
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - New Republic
Pete Hegseth's Mom Desperately Tries to Take Back Her Own Words
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Battenfeld: Michelle Wu's bullying and dishonesty on tax plan backfire badly
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - Associated Press
Clintons urge voters agitated by today's politics to remain involved in public service
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Peter Dutton labels synagogue attack 'terrorism, pure and simple'
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Peter Dutton weighs in on tax cuts ahead of next election
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[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - justthenews
Pearl Harbor Day proves to be a unifying day amid bitter politics
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - BBC
No more Mr Nice Guy for Keir Starmer
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - RealClearPolitics
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[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - RealClearPolitics
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[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - MSN
Hochul backs off change to school funding
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[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - MSN
Austin Tice's family says he is alive and well, b .. rustrated after meeting with Biden administration
[ Sat, Dec 07th 2024 ] - Esquire
The Curious Alchemy of How We Handle the News

The Curious Alchemy of How We Handle the News


Published on 2024-12-07 17:20:50 - Esquire
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  • The murder of Brian Thompson didn't prompt a conversation about guns and violence in America but instead the state of our nation's healthcare systems.

The article from Esquire discusses the death of David Wichmann, the former CEO of UnitedHealth Group, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 65. Wichmann, who had stepped down from his role in February 2021, was known for his significant contributions to the company, particularly in expanding its reach and influence in the healthcare industry. His death has raised questions about the intense pressures faced by top executives in the healthcare sector, where decisions can directly impact millions of lives. The article reflects on his legacy, mentioning both his achievements in growing UnitedHealth into a healthcare giant and the controversies surrounding the company's practices, such as high premiums and disputes over coverage. It also touches on the broader implications of executive health and stress, suggesting that the demanding nature of such high-stakes positions might contribute to health issues among industry leaders.

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