Health insurance giants are cutting back on benefits to maximize their profit.  UnitedHealthcare and Humana — the two largest private health insurance companies for older adults in the US — are canceling several Medicare Advantage plans, affecting nearly 1 million people. The two major health insurers are ending specific plans in areas where they make

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) — The World Health Organisation (WHO) will bring its global public health expertise to the 6th Malaysian Lifestyle Medicine Conference 2026, highlighting the role of preventive healthcare in promoting healthy ageing and tackling chronic diseases. The conference, to be held at Berjaya Times Square Hotel here from Oct 24 to

A giant panda plays in a tree in Chengdu, Sichuan province, China – Photo: REUTERS Drawing on input from National Geographic ‘s global network of writers, photographers, and explorers, the magazine’s annual Best of the World list showcases 25 outstanding destinations across the continents. These are places offering new avenues of discovery , reviving cultural

Penang has earned further international recognition in tourism after being named one of the world’s 25 best places to visit in 2027 by National Geographic, highlighting the state’s rich heritage, cultural diversity and renowned food scene. The recognition places Penang on the prestigious list of destinations recommended by the internationally acclaimed publication, making it the

It’s been a big year for Melbourne on the international accolades front. Earlier this year, Melbs was crowned the very best city in the world by Time Out’s team of global editors, and now the Victorian capital has another trophy to add to its collection. National Geographic’s Best of the World list for 2027 has

A client satisfaction survey rarely asks about training. It asks whether the person who came to the house was gentle, respectful and easy to understand.  Those answers depend on skills a caregiver learns, practices and has been checked by a supervisor.  For home-based care organisations, that makes training one of the clearest levers on the

Very good boys deserve very good gifts. But if the ‘dunno’ to your lovingly-asked ‘What do you want for Christmas?’ has you questioning your initial assumption, our gift guide is here to step in and do the thinking for him. Whether you’re a time-conscious gifter shopping with nothing to go off, or an under-the-cosh giftee

FOX Weather meteorologist Stephen Morgan gives his best place in America for Oct. 28.   We’re nearing the end of 2026 and next year’s vacation planning is likely already underway for some people.  Expedia’s Unpack 2027 report puts together a list of places in the world that are gaining attention or might be flying under the

Dr. Nguyen Hong Truong, MD, discusses with the press about the activities of the 2026 “Nutrition and Development” Week. (Photo: Thu Phuong) On October 19th, at a press briefing, Dr. Nguyen Hong Truong, Deputy Director of the National Institute of Nutrition, stated that the “Nutrition and Development” Week is an activity in response to World