Monday, May 13 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:31:24 GMT
The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held hearings surrounding issues with the release of information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held hearings last month surrounding issues with the release of information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Thursday, April 25 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-04-25 20:16:59 GMT
It's not an uncommon belief amongst industrialized animal farmers: Keep possible animal cruelty and other distasteful business practices out of the public eye.
It's not an uncommon belief amongst industrialized animal farmers: Keep possible animal cruelty and other distasteful business practices out of the public eye. No photos or videos are to be taken without the owner's discretion.
Images of the capsized Costa Concordia cruise liner are still fresh in the minds of people the world over.
Images of the capsized Costa Concordia cruise liner are still fresh in the minds of people the world over. And another cruise ship saga, the stranded Carnival Triumph in the Gulf, even played out on the stage of Saturday Night Live.
Tapping retirement money early has become a trend in recent years. According to the financial advisory firm HelloWallet, 26 percent of American workers with 401(k)s have used account funds to pay for current expenses.
Tapping retirement money early has become a trend in recent years. According to the financial advisory firm HelloWallet, 26 percent of American workers with 401(k)s have used account funds to pay for current expenses.
Friday, March 8 2013 4:11 AM EST2013-03-08 09:11:07 GMT
With over 11 million illegal immigrants currently residing in the U.S., and a renewed focus on Obama's second-term priorities, the weighty topic of immigration has floated to the surface again.
With over 11 million illegal immigrants currently residing in the U.S., and a renewed focus on Obama's second-term priorities, the weighty topic of immigration has floated to the surface again.
Thursday, February 28 2013 4:18 PM EST2013-02-28 21:18:37 GMT
Most movie buffs can't wait for films they haven't seen to come out on DVD, Blu-Ray or par-per-view TV. Then there are the movie fans who literally can't wait.
Most movie buffs can't wait for films they haven't seen to come out on DVD, Blu-Ray or par-per-view TV. Then there are the movie fans who literally can't wait.
Lady Gaga, whose legal name is Stefani Germanotta, made a media splash from a lawsuit brought on by her former personal assistant, Jennifer O'Neill.
Lady Gaga, whose legal name is Stefani Germanotta, made a media splash from a lawsuit brought on by her former personal assistant, Jennifer O'Neill, who alleged that the pop star owes her overtime for her round-the-clock work from early 2009 until March 2011.
The federal government helps low-income families in need of housing by way of a program named Section 8, which issues rental vouchers for qualifying recipients.
The federal government helps low-income families in need of housing by way of a program named Section 8, which issues rental vouchers for qualifying recipients. The vouchers can be used to pay rent on any property that accepts Section 8 renters.
Wednesday, January 9 2013 9:31 PM EST2013-01-10 02:31:15 GMT
People in America's heartland are about to see some changes to the process of getting a driver's license, and those changes are causing controversy all over America.
People in America's heartland are about to see some changes to the process of getting a driver's license, and those changes are causing controversy all over America.
Friday, December 28 2012 8:52 PM EST2012-12-29 01:52:34 GMT
Think of all the devices that work with wireless Internet access— tablets, smartphones, and laptops.
Think of all the devices that work with wireless Internet access— tablets, smartphones, and laptops. Wherever you are, your devices automatically find available wireless networks and you can easily see whether they're secured or unsecured, meaning anyone can log on. And why not log in to a network that's freely available? After all, doesn't everybody do it?
Wednesday, November 21 2012 1:05 PM EST2012-11-21 18:05:08 GMT
It's that time of year again. The unofficial start of the busy holiday travel season begins Wednesday, bringing with it the haggle of airports, train stations or even bus depots.
It's that time of year again. The unofficial start of the busy holiday travel season begins Wednesday, bringing with it the haggle of airports, train stations or even bus depots. When the frustration mounts, sometimes it's hard to know what rights a person has in getting to or from their Thanksgiving destination.
When you send your friend an email from your personal Yahoo, Gmail or AOL account, you probably think it's a private message that only the two of you can read.
When you send your friend an email from your personal Yahoo, Gmail or AOL account, you probably think it's a private message that only the two of you can read.
Is it legal to sell a haunted house? In short, yes.
Is it legal to sell a haunted house?In short, yes. However, if you are aware of things that have occurred in your house in the past that might affect its sale, you may be legally obligated to report them to potential buyers.
Hollywood marriages are not known for their longevity, but Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman were the exception. DeVito, 67, and Perlman, 64, announced last week that they are getting a divorce after a 30-year marriage.
Hollywood marriages are not known for their longevity, but Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman were the exception. DeVito, 67, and Perlman, 64, announced last week that they are getting a divorce after a 30-year marriage.
Thursday, October 11 2012 9:35 AM EDT2012-10-11 13:35:10 GMT
As the presidential election draws closer, the economy is clearly the issue creating the most debate. However, both candidates are attempting to attract voters by highlighting their differences on social issues.
As the presidential election draws closer, the economy is clearly the issue creating the most debate. However, both candidates are attempting to attract voters by highlighting their differences on social issues.
Wednesday, October 3 2012 10:27 PM EDT2012-10-04 02:27:01 GMT
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of involuntarily blood draws on drunken-driving suspects without a warrant.
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of involuntarily blood draws on drunken-driving suspects without a warrant. This outcome could determine the future of DUI cases in the country and whether certain states are violating a person's Fourth Amendment rights by doing so.
Thursday, September 27 2012 8:22 PM EDT2012-09-28 00:22:47 GMT
Bullying has been a problem in America's schools since the first schoolhouses opened in New England nearly half a millennium ago, but these days, you don't have to be smaller to get bullied in school.
Bullying has been a problem in America's schools since the first schoolhouses opened in New England nearly half a millennium ago, but these days, you don't have to be smaller to get bullied in school. In fact, you don't even have to be a student.
Friday, September 21 2012 7:13 AM EDT2012-09-21 11:13:32 GMT
Flying used to be a relatively simple process, at least financially. Once upon a time, you would pay for your ticket and never have to open up your wallet again until you reached your destination.
Flying used to be a relatively simple process, at least financially. Once upon a time, you would pay for your ticket and never have to open up your wallet again until you reached your destination.
British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline has admitted to promoting its popular antidepressant medications Paxil and Wellbutrin for unapproved uses and has agreed to the largest health care fraud settlement in U.S. history.
British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline has admitted to promoting its popular antidepressant medications Paxil and Wellbutrin for unapproved uses and has agreed to the largest health care fraud settlement in U.S. history.
Thursday, July 5 2012 12:32 PM EDT2012-07-05 16:32:04 GMT
Social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter have become so popular, many Americans now them as part of everyday life.
Social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter have become so popular, many Americans now them as part of everyday life. For millions of people, it's become a daily, if not hourly, ritual to update your Facebook status or "tweet" a message to your followers.
Thursday, July 5 2012 12:30 PM EDT2012-07-05 16:30:48 GMT
President Obama tallied a huge victory last week when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the health care reform law passed in 2010, commonly known as "ObamaCare," is constitutional.
President Obama tallied a huge victory last week when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the health care reform law passed in 2010, commonly known as "ObamaCare," is constitutional.
Tuesday, June 19 2012 4:39 PM EDT2012-06-19 20:39:16 GMT
College has always been expensive in the United States, but the cost of high education has skyrocketed in recent years. According to US News and World Report, the average annual
College has always been expensive in the United States, but the cost of high education has skyrocketed in recent years. According to US News and World Report, the average annual
A debilitating illness affects every facet a person's life. Not only can it have a significant impact on your personal life, but your work life as well.
A debilitating illness affects every facet a person's life. Not only can it have a significant impact on your personal life, but your work life as well.
The world has all types of criminals, the majority of whom are guilty of serious transgressions that warrant severe punishment. But some crimes don't necessarily put fear in the hearts of the American public.
The world has all types of criminals, the majority of whom are guilty of serious transgressions that warrant severe punishment. But some crimes don't necessarily put fear in the hearts of the American public.
New legislation introduced in both houses of the U.S. Congress this month takes aim at an employer's right to ask employees for their social networking passwords.
New legislation introduced in both houses of the U.S. Congress this month takes aim at an employer's right to ask employees for their social networking passwords.
Camera phones, web sites like TMZ.com and social networking platforms such as Twitter have turned dishing the dope on celebrities into a 24-hour-a-day sport.
The celebrity gossip industry is thriving like never before. Camera phones, web sites like TMZ.com and social networking platforms such as Twitter have turned dishing the dope on celebrities into a 24-hour-a-day sport.
If you've seen the movie Erin Brockovich, you're likely familiar with hexavalent chromium.
If you've seen the movie Erin Brockovich, you're likely familiar with hexavalent chromium. Also known as chromium-6, hexavalent chromium is a chemical that comes from chromium, a naturally occurring metal used for things like steel manufacturing and leather tanning.
Dogs are often called man's best friend, but occasionally that friend can turn into your worst enemy.
Dogs are often called man's best friend, but occasionally that friend can turn into your worst enemy. Dog bites occur dozens of times a day in every state in America, and they are becoming more common.
As people grow older, they often are not able to manage their own care. Frequently, loved ones such as children or grandchildren are called upon to take control of an elderly person’s care. That could mean anything from...
As people grow older, they often are not able to manage their own care. Frequently, loved ones such as children or grandchildren are called upon to take control of an elderly person’s care. That could mean anything from...
With winter officially upon us, people are getting ready to hit the slopes. Millions of Americans will go skiing or snowboarding this winter. Unfortunately, some of those skiers will wish they hadn’t.
With winter officially upon us, people are getting ready to hit the slopes. Millions of Americans will go skiing or snowboarding this winter. Unfortunately, some of those skiers will wish they hadn’t.
For most parents, the birth of a baby is one of the greatest days of their lives. But when something goes wrong during delivery, it can become the beginning of a nightmare that no parent or child should have to experience.
For most parents, the birth of a baby is one of the greatest days of their lives. But when something goes wrong during delivery, it can become the beginning of a nightmare that no parent or child should have to experience.
Virtually everyone takes medications at some point in his or her life. Most of us rely on drugs, whether prescription or over-the-counter, to help us with health issues large and small.
Virtually everyone takes medications at some point in his or her life. Most of us rely on drugs, whether prescription or over-the-counter, to help us with health issues large and small.
With each passing year, the average work week seems to be getting longer. Back in the 1950s or 1960s, the 40-hour work week was standard. But in the hustle and bustle of modern-day America, you almost feel like an...
With each passing year, the average work week seems to be getting longer. Back in the 1950s or 1960s, the 40-hour work week was standard. But in the hustle and bustle of modern-day America, you almost feel like an...
Car accidents are an unfortunate reality of life. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 10.8 million accidents involving motor vehicles in 2009. That year, nearly 36,000 Americans died as a result of those...
Car accidents are an unfortunate reality of life. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were 10.8 million accidents involving motor vehicles in 2009. That year, nearly 36,000 Americans died as a result of those...
When two people get married, it’s usually an occasion to celebrate. Unfortunately, that celebration doesn’t always last. It is estimated that 40 percent of marriages in the United States eventually end in divorce. When a...
When two people get married, it’s usually an occasion to celebrate. Unfortunately, that celebration doesn’t always last. It is estimated that 40 percent of marriages in the United States eventually end in divorce. When a...
How much is your dog worth? Some might say a dog is worth the amount of money an owner paid for him or the amount the dog could fetch in a sale. But for some pet owners, it’s far more complicated. For many, a dog becomes a...
How much is your dog worth? Some might say a dog is worth the amount of money an owner paid for him or the amount the dog could fetch in a sale. But for some pet owners, it’s far more complicated. For many, a dog becomes a...
