The shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has triggered widespread criticism of the privatized US healthcare system and its impact on citizens' access to care.
Dem Congressman Not Surprised' By Outpouring' of Health Care Critics Following CEO Assassination
Ro Khanna condemned violence but acknowledged public outrage over inequities in the healthcare industry following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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The shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has triggered widespread criticism of the privatized US healthcare system and its impact on citizens' access to care.
Dem Congressman Not Surprised' By Outpouring' of Health Care Critics Following CEO Assassination
Ro Khanna condemned violence but acknowledged public outrage over inequities in the healthcare industry following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Communities on Parana River fear Argentina's privatisation plan will destroy their way of life
Privatisation of the Paraguay-Parana waterway raises significant environmental concerns for local river communities in Argentina.
Argentina: Court blocks Milei move to privatize football DW 09/03/2024
President Milei's attempt to privatize football clubs was blocked by a court due to their socio-cultural significance and legal status as non-profit entities.
Communities on Parana River fear Argentina's privatisation plan will destroy their way of life
Privatisation of the Paraguay-Parana waterway raises significant environmental concerns for local river communities in Argentina.
Argentina: Court blocks Milei move to privatize football DW 09/03/2024
President Milei's attempt to privatize football clubs was blocked by a court due to their socio-cultural significance and legal status as non-profit entities.
The Elizabeth line is getting a new Japanese operator
The Elizabeth line will be operated by a joint venture led by a Japanese company starting May 2025, emphasizing public transport's quality and sustainability.
Natwest buys back 1bn in shares from Treasury as government stake drops to 11%
NatWest's buyback reduces government ownership to over 11%, indicating steady progress towards full privatisation.
Trump and Project 2025 are attacking the Department of Education. How might they reshape US schools?
Donald Trump aims to shut down the US Department of Education, pushing for states to take control, posing challenges and potential changes in education policies.
Billionaires Who Aim to "Disrupt" Education May Get a Chance Even If Trump Loses
Trump's potential reelection could push for greater school privatization and corporate education reform, regardless of electoral outcomes.
School Vouchers Have a Racist History and Troubling Impacts on Public Schools
School vouchers undermine public education and prioritize privatization over equal access.
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public Schools
The extreme right wing in the US is pushing to abolish the Department of Education, aligning with figures like Betsy DeVos and Jeff Yass.
Billionaires like DeVos and grassroots groups are working together to promote the 'education freedom' movement through demonizing and defunding public schools.
Trump and Project 2025 are attacking the Department of Education. How might they reshape US schools?
Donald Trump aims to shut down the US Department of Education, pushing for states to take control, posing challenges and potential changes in education policies.
Billionaires Who Aim to "Disrupt" Education May Get a Chance Even If Trump Loses
Trump's potential reelection could push for greater school privatization and corporate education reform, regardless of electoral outcomes.
School Vouchers Have a Racist History and Troubling Impacts on Public Schools
School vouchers undermine public education and prioritize privatization over equal access.
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public Schools
The extreme right wing in the US is pushing to abolish the Department of Education, aligning with figures like Betsy DeVos and Jeff Yass.
Billionaires like DeVos and grassroots groups are working together to promote the 'education freedom' movement through demonizing and defunding public schools.
Voters in Liechtenstein withdraw state funding from the country's public radio broadcaster
Voters in Liechtenstein have decisively chosen to withdraw state funding from Radio Liechtenstein, signaling a major shift in the country’s media funding model.
Trump allies want to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Privatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may increase mortgage costs amid high interest rates, causing concern among Democrats and some economists.
Tokyo Metro shares soar in Japan's biggest IPO since 2018
Tokyo Metro's IPO marked Japan's largest since 2018, with shares soaring 47% and raising $2.3bn for the government.
Water industry ownership should be decided by citizens' assembly, new bill says
The future ownership of the water industry should involve a citizens' assembly for greater democratic engagement and public influence.
Bronx NYCHA tenants make a PACT for a brighter future
Moving to private management through RAD is a promising solution for improving NYCHA public-housing complexes.
Committee votes to extend private Toronto garbage collection for $289M | CBC News
Toronto's west end continues private garbage collection despite concerns over cost and negotiation power.
City commits to $289 million contract with GFL Environmental for garbage collection despite feasibility studies for in-house services.
JD Vance said he would 'consider' privatizing some veteran healthcare services if elected
JD Vance supports potential privatization of veteran healthcare to increase flexibility for veterans.
Why is Thames Water in so much trouble?
Thames Water's debt has ballooned to £15.2bn since its 1989 privatization, raising concerns about financial management and infrastructure investment.
ANALYSIS | In 1993, Alberta said a private liquor model would bring more choice and stable prices. Did it? | CBC News
The privatization of liquor sales in Alberta dramatically reshaped the liquor landscape, presenting lucrative retail opportunities. Ontario is eyeing the Alberta model for potential reforms.
The Rise of Poverty Inc.
Government anti-poverty programs are now big business for private-sector middlemen, leading to industries dependent on poverty for their business model.
London Mayoral election: Former banker Brian Rose to stand
Brian Rose running for 2024 London mayoral elections under London Real party.
Focus on improving crime rates and privatizing Transport for London.
LA County Residents Say A Nearby Landfill is Making Them Sick | KQED
Opponents retract concession on Proposition 1 due to close vote margin.
Huntington Beach considers privatizing library system amid content debate.
Former Twitter Executives Sue Elon Musk for $128 Million
Elon Musk faces lawsuit for withholding $128 million severance from former Twitter executives.
Severance clauses in contracts triggered by Twitter's privatization resulted in demand for payments.
Ontario preparing for next step in private clinic expansion | CBC News
Ontario is expanding private clinics that offer publicly funded tests and procedures.
Health advocates are concerned that this expansion is a step towards privatization.
Province closing some ServiceOntario centres, new locations to open in Staples Canada stores | CBC News
The Ontario government is closing some ServiceOntario centres and opening new locations in Staples Canada stores.
The government did not specify how many locations will close or where the new centres will be located.
Rocket Report: Firefly's CEO steps down; Artemis II core stage leaves factory
SpaceX's rare Falcon 9 failure caused a temporary global launch pause, highlighting the rocket's essential role in space activities.
Trump's Allies Are Trying to Force You to Pay for Weather Reports
Access to free government-provided weather forecasts is at risk of privatization, potentially limiting access to essential information for average Americans.
Cheap sales, debt and foreign takeovers: how privatisation changed the water industry
Privatised British water companies were as unpopular in the past as they are now due to mismatched rewards, service quality, and infrastructure problems.
National Rally says it would privatise French public TV if it wins majority
Marine Le Pen's National Rally plans to privatise French public television and radio if winning the majority in the parliament.