Month: January 2025

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that it will be soliciting comments on proposed modifications to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s (HIPAA) Security Standards for the Protection of Electronic Protected Health Information. The changes aim to strengthen healthcare cybersecurity, address growing breach trends, and improve enforcement. The proposed updates … Read more

US forces conducted precision strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi targets in Yemen on December 30 and 31, targeting command centers, missile production facilities, and radar sites. The strikes were carried out by US Navy ships and aircraft, which destroyed a facility used for attacks on US warships and vessels in the Red Sea. The facilities targeted … Read more

The owner of an oil tanker seized by Finland is seeking the release of the ship. The Cook Islands-registered Eagle S was stopped after breaking an undersea power line and damaging four telecoms cables in the Baltic Sea. Finnish customs believes the ship, registered as part of a shadow fleet, is used to evade sanctions … Read more

Status symbols have become an integral part of human expression, reflecting individuals’ desire to differentiate themselves from others. However, this quest for distinction often leads people down a path of conspicuous consumption and superficial identity. From designer handbags to luxury cars, status symbols can be seen in various forms. For instance, wealthy individuals may flaunt … Read more

NASA historian Bruce McCandless III has teamed up with acclaimed space journalist Emily Carney to create an informal and informative new volume on the history of human spaceflight titled “Star Bound”. The comprehensive book, a 296-page encapsulation of America’s fascination with rockets, covers the nation’s evolution in space exploration from Goddard’s Rockets to Goldilocks Planets. … Read more

A highly contagious bacterial illness, pertussis or whooping cough, is rapidly spreading across New York State, with nearly 33,000 cases reported nationwide this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has noted a significant spike in recent weeks, six times the number of cases last year. New York State, excluding NYC, has recorded … Read more

A cyberattack on Rhode Island’s health benefits website has resulted in a leak of personal data, according to Governor Daniel McKee. The breach affected state health and benefits programs, including Medicaid and SNAP, and potentially impacted thousands of residents. The hacker released files to a dark web site, but it is unclear if all the … Read more

The US Inflation Reduction Act sets a yearly limit on out-of-pocket payments, which is expected to lower millions of seniors’ medical costs. This change will have a significant impact on patients taking expensive drugs for cancer and other serious conditions. Source: https://www.axios.com/2024/12/31/social-security-payment-changes-january-2025-medicare

The 2024 Fiesta Bowl will take place on December 31, 2024, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. This premier bowl game is known for its thrilling atmosphere and rich tradition, attracting fans from all over. State Farm Stadium, which opened in 2006, is a cutting-edge sports facility that hosts the Arizona Cardinals and the … Read more

Apple’s car infotainment system, CarPlay, is still in the development stage, with the company initially predicting a 2024 release. However, with only two days left in the year, it appears that this timeline may be unachievable. The delay is not entirely Apple’s fault, as automakers are also responsible for integrating the software into their vehicles. … Read more