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Why Medicare is suddenly under debate again

Prescription drug coverage is just one part of Medicare, the federal government's health insurance program for people age 65 and over. d3sign/Getty Images hide caption

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Why Medicare is suddenly under debate again

March 14, 2023 • As the White House and Republicans in Congress gear up for negotiations over the U.S. debt ceiling, how to pay for senior health care could be a sticking point, even if cuts are "off the table."

Why Medicare is suddenly under debate again

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White House unveils its holiday decor, including 77 trees and a 'We the People' theme

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White House unveils its holiday decor, including 77 trees and a 'We the People' theme

November 28, 2022 • The White House says more than 150 volunteers decorated the building for a week to put together this year's holiday decorations. First lady Jill Biden selected a theme of "We the People."

Biden calls on the country to unite against white supremacy at a summit on hate

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Biden calls on the country to unite against white supremacy at a summit on hate

September 15, 2022 • The "United We Stand" summit brought together experts on hate-based violence and honored communities that have survived attacks.

The Amazon, the Colorado River and a price on nature

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The Amazon, the Colorado River and a price on nature

August 19, 2022 • From sea to shining sea, rivers in the United States are drying up, including the Colorado River. For indicators of the week, three environmental indicators about the state of Mother Nature.

The Amazon, the Colorado River and a price on nature

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How to get insurance to pay for at-home COVID tests, according to the White House

A health worker grabs at-home COVID-19 test kits to be handed out last month in Youngstown, Ohio. Since Saturday, private health insurers have been required to cover up to eight at-home COVID-19 tests per month for those on their plans, the Biden administration announced last week. David Dermer/AP hide caption

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How to get insurance to pay for at-home COVID tests, according to the White House

January 10, 2022 • The Biden administration says Americans will be able to order COVID-19 tests online starting Wednesday. Those who are eligible can get eight free over-the-counter at-home tests a month.