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Law
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

Prediction Markets Legal Fight: Better Markets Backs State Oversight Over CFTC

State-level oversight of gambling-style online markets is essential, as federal regulators lack the authority and capacity to manage them effectively.
Retirement
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Meet the Upstart Candidate Running in NY for What May be Among the Most Powerful Offices in the Country

Drew Warshaw aims to reform New York's comptroller office by shifting pension investments to low-cost index funds to improve financial management.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 week ago

The secretive $6 billion Vatican Bank was beset by scandals, disastrous investments-and even ties to the Mafia. How Pope Francis tried to fix it | Fortune

Pope Francis reformed the Vatican Bank to combat corruption and increase transparency, enhancing its financial management and operations.
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Sixty-six ways to fix Germany's costly health care system

A 66-point plan aims to reduce rising health insurance contributions in Germany's costly healthcare system.
US politics
fromFortune
1 month ago

It took 200 years for national debt to hit $1 trillion, annual interest alone now exceeds that-a 'crushing legacy we must reverse,' says budget chair | Fortune

The U.S. debt has surpassed $39 trillion, posing a significant threat to the nation's future and requiring urgent financial reform.
fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
10 months ago

The changes to pensions starting today that could help 20 million workers

The Government's new Pension Schemes Bill simplifies pensions to help workers manage and understand their retirement savings better, aiming to boost value in the long term.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago

John J. LaFalce, Democrat Congressman Who Fought for Consumers, Dies at 85

John J. LaFalce, a former congressman known for his strong consumer protection and environmental laws, passed away at 85 from kidney failure. He served 14 terms.
SF politics
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