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More than a year after it was due, the state’s plan to provide court-ordered treatment for Oklahoma defendants found incompetent to stand trial has been approved by the consultants overseeing a high-profile consent decree. The state entered the consent decree to settle a 2023 lawsuit that accused the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse […]
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Sierra Pfeifer, KOSU
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7/20/26
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Accredited Debt Relief reports five effective strategies for managing unexpected medical debt: Pause before paying, organize paperwork, protect your emergency fund, negotiate bills, and plan for future expenses.
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Anna Caldwell for Accredited Debt Relief
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7/20/26
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Brex reports that mobile invoicing is essential for AP teams to manage payments efficiently from anywhere, ensuring continuous workflow and control.
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Yolanda La for Brex
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7/20/26
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Paylocity reports that a unified hiring ecosystem can reduce recruitment time and costs in high-turnover industries, turning hiring challenges into strategic advantages.
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Shari Simpson, Ed.D., for Paylocity
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7/20/26
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QuickBooks reports more small businesses face overdue invoices, with 59% reporting delays over 30 days, impacting cash flow despite customer payments.
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Jamerlyn Brown for QuickBooks
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7/20/26
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Carl Ayers — who previously oversaw the commonwealth of Virginia’s social services program — is West Virginia’s new secretary for the Department of Human Services, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Monday.
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Lori Kersey
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7/20/26
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Eyemart Express reports the global eyewear market is set to reach $156.35 billion by 2026, driven by affordable eyewear options and technological advancements.
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Tom Determan, O.D. for Eyemart Express
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7/20/26
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OneMain Financial reports that the debt snowball method focuses on paying off smaller debts first, while the debt avalanche method targets high-interest debts.
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Kim Gallagher for OneMain Financial
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7/20/26
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BusesForSale reports that many U.S. school buses lack air conditioning, posing heat risks for children, especially in high temperatures, due to funding issues.
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Steve Mitchell for BusesForSale.com
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7/20/26
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Clym reports that new privacy laws in Connecticut, Arkansas, and Utah now cover over half the U.S. population, impacting data handling and protections.
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Adam Safar for Clym
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7/20/26
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(BPT) - If you want your kids to spend more time this summer away from screens and delving into books, start with the beloved Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan. By engaging kids in this …
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7/20/26
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Achieve reports on eight ways to use personal loans for home makeovers, including renovations, repairs, energy efficiency upgrades, and outdoor improvements.
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Rebecca Lake for Achieve
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7/20/26
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TheZebra.com reports that rising costs of teen driving prompt parents to reconsider giving their teens cars, exploring budget-friendly alternatives.
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Erik J. Martin for TheZebra.com
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7/20/26
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Knowable Magazine reports that up to 22% of people experience smell impairments, often linked to larger health issues, highlighting the sense's crucial role in life and memory.
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Victoria Clayton for Knowable Magazine
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7/20/26
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Apartments.com reports that 65% of renters prioritize air conditioning as a must-have amenity, surpassing even in-unit laundry, amid rising summer temperatures.
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Katherine Chavous for Apartments.com
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7/20/26
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The Fiscal Year 2027 budget, approved by the Legislature on July 3, redistributed $20 million within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services budget for Temporary Aid for Needy Families, or TANF. Exactly how that money can and will be used remains an open question. The money had previously been appropriated to the Rx […]
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Katherine Dailey
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7/20/26
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Prosper Health reports on autistic masking and unmasking, highlighting unmasking as a way to embrace one's true self while managing risks and finding supportive environments.
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Elizabeth Yuko, PhD for Prosper Health
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7/20/26
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Lower reports that house hacking is gaining traction as home prices rise. Shreveport, LA leads cities in affordability, with median multifamily prices under $200K.
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Allie Byers for Lower
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7/20/26
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(BPT) - Getting better sleep doesn't begin the moment your head hits the pillow — it actually starts hours earlier. The choices you make throughout the day and evening help determine your …
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7/20/26
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More Alaska babies were born infected with syphilis last year than in any recent year, state health officials reported. It is a trend that comes as the state continues to have high rates of the sexually transmitted disease. In 2025, 14 Alaska newborns had congenital syphilis, cases in which infections are transmitted to babies by […]
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Yereth Rosen
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7/20/26
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This article first appeared on KFF Health News. One year after the Trump administration announced that dozens of health insurers had signed a six-part pledge promising to reduce barriers to doctor-recommended care, some insurers now say they won’t implement all the promised initiatives. Meanwhile, patients, their advocates, and clinicians say little has improved. “It has […]
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Lauren Sausser, KFF Health News, Renuka Rayasam, KFF Health News
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7/20/26
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Current reports on managing summer spending, highlighting five strategies to curb overspending, ensuring enjoyment while staying on budget.
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Mallika Mitra for Current
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7/20/26
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Quo reports that millions of small businesses in the U.S. are adopting AI to enhance efficiency, combat burnout, and reclaim time for growth.
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Jordan Hwang for Quo
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7/20/26
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Kivo reports that over half of new FDA-approved drugs are now for rare diseases, thanks to the Orphan Drug Act of 1983, which incentivized their development.
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Jianna Lieberman for Kivo
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7/20/26
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Caribou reports that refinancing car loans can save an average of $150 monthly, helping Americans reduce other high-interest debts and improve financial health.
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Jae Shin for Caribou
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7/20/26
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