June 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.; Milwaukee Bewers launcher Freddy Peralta (51), delivers a launch against the San Luis cardinals in the first entry in American Family Field. Mandatory credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn images Milwaukee Bewers will resort to veteran right Freddy Peralta while looking to recover against Pittsburgh visiting pirates on Tuesday. Peralta (7-4, 2.76 Effectiveness) will oppose left-handed Andrew Heaney (3-6, 3.94). The pirates took the first game in the 5-4 series on Monday. Nick Gonzales had a double hits of his career, two doubles and three singles and led two races, and Tommy Pham jonronó for the pirates,…
Author: Laura Bennett
Introduction The Medicare Advantage program, a popular alternative to traditional Medicare, has been lauded for providing seniors with more choices and often better coordinated care. However, behind the promise of efficiency and personalized services lies a growing controversy: some doctors and healthcare organizations within the program are using diagnosis checklists to inflate patient risk scores, leading to increased government payments that may not always reflect actual patient needs. This practice, while legally gray, has significant implications for healthcare spending, the integrity of Medicare, and patient trust. Understanding Medicare Advantage and Risk Scores To fully grasp the issue, it’s important to…
June 15, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; The Houston Astros holder, Brandon Walter (60), walks towards the shelter after removing the team against the Minnesota Twins Duration the sixth entry in Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams No team in baseball has played better since the Houston stars, a section that the club will seek to extend on Saturday against the host Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, California. After collecting a 3-2 victory in 10 tickets in the first game in the series on Friday, the stars have won 18 or their last 25 games. Houston has also won 19 or…
Vice President JD Vance bashed Democrats at the state, local and national levels Friday during his visit to Los Angeles, accusing top California officials of encouraging violent protesters and Sen. Alex Padilla, whom he referred to as “José Padilla,” of engaging in “political theater.” “I was hoping José Padilla would be here to ask a question. But, unfortunately, I guess he decided not to show up because there wasn’t the theater, and that’s all it is,” Vance said. “It’s pure political theater. These guys show up. They want to be captured on camera doing something.” Vance’s comments referred to an incident last…
The Future Has a New Face on Wall Street In the heart of Manhattan’s financial district, where legacy firms rule and tradition runs deep, a seismic shift is quietly unfolding—and at its epicenter is Alexis Monroe, the trailblazing CEO of Nova Capital Partners. At just 38 years old, Monroe isn’t merely managing billions—she’s rewriting the rules of investing for a generation defined by values, volatility, and velocity. Under Monroe’s leadership, Nova has grown from a boutique fund into a $60 billion asset management powerhouse, known for data-driven, socially conscious, and technology-integrated investment strategies that speak directly to Millennials and Gen…
The Architect of Athletic Excellence In a culture obsessed with highlight reels and raw talent, Coach Derek Lawson is redefining what it means to be a champion. From high school football fields to national training camps, Lawson’s philosophy is simple but radical: greatness isn’t inherited—it’s engineered through character, work ethic, and relentless consistency. As head of the National Youth Performance Institute (NYPI) and longtime coach at the elite Jefferson Academy of Athletics, Lawson has trained over 400 athletes who’ve gone on to earn Division I scholarships, Olympic trials berths, and even spots in the NFL and WNBA. But he’s just…
The Reporter Who Refuses to Look Away In an era of shrinking newsrooms, viral misinformation, and rising threats against journalists, Jackson Lee has carved out a reputation as one of America’s most fearless and unflinching investigative reporters. Whether exposing discriminatory policing algorithms, racial disparities in healthcare access, or structural bias within elite universities, Lee is unwavering in his mission: to uncover the truth—even when it’s inconvenient, uncomfortable, or dangerous. “My job,” Lee says, “isn’t to be liked. It’s to shine a light where others won’t look.” At just 36, Lee’s work has sparked federal investigations, led to class-action lawsuits, and…
From Blueprint to Breakthrough In the startup world, the garage is often romanticized—a humble place where dreams take flight. But for Noah Carter, that garage in Columbus, Ohio, wasn’t just a mythological launchpad. It was a crucible, where long nights, failed prototypes, and fierce belief in innovation forged one of America’s most dynamic and socially conscious tech companies: Gridform Technologies. Today, Gridform is valued at over $18 billion, operates in 30 states, and employs more than 9,000 people. But Carter insists the mission hasn’t changed: “To build tools that empower communities—not just customers.” Chapter 1: Humble Beginnings in the Heartland…
The Woman Reprogramming Silicon Valley When Rebecca Lane stepped into the CEO role at NeuroNet Systems in 2021, she inherited more than a billion-dollar tech firm. She inherited skepticism, ambition, and the weight of America’s AI future. Four years later, Lane has transformed NeuroNet from a promising AI research company into the most formidable force in applied artificial intelligence, with major deployments across healthcare, defense, finance, and climate tech. With Lane at the helm, the company has not only scaled its influence—but reshaped how AI is discussed, built, and governed in the United States. “AI isn’t a black box,” Lane…
A week ago, Barcelona residents took to the streets armed with water guns to send a message of resistance against mass tourism to the Catalan city. The Barcelona City Council is responding with a new commission aimed at managing the problem. On June 15, hundreds, perhaps, thousands, of protesters rallied under the banner of “tourism steals our bread, homes, and future” and briefly assaulted a local hostel and a Louis Vuitton store with water pistols, tape and stickers, according to Catalan News. The protest echoed previous incidents where tourism opponents soaked visitors with water guns on the streets of the city. The U.S. is…