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UNITED STATES—Dear Toni, my husband, Jason, is a Vietnam Veteran and never enrolled in Medicare Part B because he uses the VA for his medical care. He is 77 years old and retired when he turned 65 about 12 years ago. He is having heart issues and wants to go to a local cardiologist that his best friend uses and...

UNITED STATES—Do you have that family member that tends to hover around you whenever you spend money? If not, I’m going to share a story, because I do. There is nothing more annoying than a person who is quick to spend your money, yet they have absolutely nothing of their own. I don’t like people hovering over me whenever...

UNITED STATES—Oh, exercise, I am certain it is something so many of us hate doing, but let’s face it, in order to stay healthy, we have to do it. For me, it is indeed a big chore. It is not because I don’t want to do it; it is because my day is so busy, that I get exhausted....

UNITED STATES—Sports, it is the one thing that unites so many of us in this country, but at the same time for a sports fan a loss can be so devastating it is hard to fathom. For the Detroit Lions they had been playing some of their best football in decades for the 2023/2024 season. I mean this team...

UNITED STATES—Navigating the aftermath of a truck accident in the Sunshine State can be a real puzzle. From dealing with insurance companies to understanding the legal jargon, victims often find themselves caught in a whirlwind of confusion. In this article, we'll shed light on the common missteps truck accident victims make in Florida, helping you steer clear of these pitfalls...

UNITED STATES—I told myself for 2024 my goal was to cook more at home and less dining out. Why? It makes a significant difference in the wallet and the bank account. Yes, inflation has caused all sorts of chaos for Americans when it comes to spending money ESPECIALLY when it comes to food and groceries. Truth be told a...

UNITED STATES—Time, it is the one thing in this world that you cannot rewind or get back. There is a saying that there is never enough time in a single day. We like to believe it's 24 hours, but it’s actually 23 hours and some change. For most Americans, we spend more than half of our day at work....

UNITED STATES—Online slots have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. With a wide array of exciting themes, bonus features and special offers, these games cater to a wide audience with different preferences. For those that are new to online slots, one question regularly asked is whether these games really do pay out. Slots work differently to many of the other...

UNITED STATES—If you don’t know by now, I am a huge sports fan in the football arena, especially of the NFL Detroit Lions. People may not know this, but the Lions have been brutalized in recent years because of the team’s performance, but within the last two years there has been a massive turnaround. Last year, so many people...

UNITED STATES—Toni: I was told to receive a shingles vaccination; I need to be enrolled in a Part D prescription drug plan for the vaccination to have a $0 copay or pay $200. I thought all vaccinations and immunizations are covered at no cost under Medicare Part B. Can you explain this Medicare rule? Thank you, Carl from Lubbock, TX. Carl:...