It’s
a different kind of 99-percent story that points up the challenge of
paying for health care in America. A new federal report says 1% of the
population accounts for 22% of all health care costs, and just
five-percent make up half of the $1.26 trillion spent on health care
annually. The top 10% of health care spenders are predominantly older
white women. Source Link
For
smart phone and tablet users, the World Wide Web is taking a back seat
to the wide open world of apps. Figures show the average mobile user now
spends more time with applications than browsing the Web. But the
overall ascension of apps may be thanks to just one favorite. When
Facebook use is factored out, we still spend more time on the web.
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How
do you make fast food even faster? The folks at Burger King are testing
a delivery service in several cities, with hopes to roll it out
nationwide soon. There’s a minimum $8 order and a $2 delivery charge.
Orders can be placed online, but you’ll need to find your own way to
wash it down, because fountain drinks, coffee and milkshakes won’t be
sold for delivery. Source Link