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Health
No, Medicaid coverage is not coming to an end in July
Money
Yes, interest rates for new federal student loans are set to increase for 2022-2023 academic year
The upcoming rate hike for federal undergraduate student loans will mark a 1.26% increase from the previous academic year.
Scams
In the wake of Buffalo mass shooting, here are four ways to spot charity donation scams
In the wake of the mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, officials warned of the potential for scams. Here are ways to make sure your donation is in the right hands.
Business
Yes, labor law allows Starbucks to offer raises to unionized workers
Labor law doesn’t stop Starbucks from offering new benefits to union employees. It does prevent the company from implementing new benefits without union approval.
Education
Claim that 40% of Americans who take out student loans never graduate needs context
The claim is based on one study that looked at a small group of students, and there is no comprehensive data source that tracks student borrower graduation rates.
Money
Yes, eligible Americans need to apply for a federal program to get discounted internet service
The Affordable Connectivity Program offers discounted internet service to low-income Americans. Here’s who qualifies and how to apply.
Taxes
Yes, you can check the status of a delayed tax refund
The IRS has an online tool that tells taxpayers the status of their tax refund. We explain how it works.
Joe Biden
Yes, Biden proposed full debt forgiveness for students of HBCUs and public colleges on the campaign trail
The proposal was limited to those making less than $125,000 per year. Biden promoted it as early as April 2020 and referenced it sparingly throughout the campaign.
Vaccines
Yes, a Rhode Island bill aims to fine, tax eligible residents if they aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19
Under a recently proposed Rhode Island Senate bill, eligible residents would have to get the COVID-19 vaccine or face a monthly fine and pay double their income tax.
Business
Yes, Elon Musk tweeted he would donate $6B to fight world hunger if UN met certain conditions
In 2021 Musk told the UN's World Food Programme that he would donate $6B to solve world hunger if they could share a plan on how they’d spend the money. They did.
Money
Yes, you still have to pay taxes even if you don’t have a bank account
During a civil trial, Blac Chyna said she didn’t pay taxes or have a bank account. The IRS says not having a bank account doesn’t preclude you from taxes.
Money
Yes, Uber and Lyft customers can be refunded for canceling a ride if a driver doesn't wear a mask
If an Uber or Lyft rider feels unsafe due to the driver not wearing a mask, they can cancel and be refunded for their fee by contacting the companies' support teams.
Money
Yes, interest rates for new federal student loans are set to increase for 2022-2023 academic year
The upcoming rate hike for federal undergraduate student loans will mark a 1.26% increase from the previous academic year.
Scams
In the wake of Buffalo mass shooting, here are four ways to spot charity donation scams
In the wake of the mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, officials warned of the potential for scams. Here are ways to make sure your donation is in the right hands.
Business
Yes, labor law allows Starbucks to offer raises to unionized workers
Labor law doesn’t stop Starbucks from offering new benefits to union employees. It does prevent the company from implementing new benefits without union approval.
Education
Claim that 40% of Americans who take out student loans never graduate needs context
The claim is based on one study that looked at a small group of students, and there is no comprehensive data source that tracks student borrower graduation rates.
Money
Yes, eligible Americans need to apply for a federal program to get discounted internet service
The Affordable Connectivity Program offers discounted internet service to low-income Americans. Here’s who qualifies and how to apply.
Taxes
Yes, you can check the status of a delayed tax refund
The IRS has an online tool that tells taxpayers the status of their tax refund. We explain how it works.
Joe Biden
Yes, Biden proposed full debt forgiveness for students of HBCUs and public colleges on the campaign trail
The proposal was limited to those making less than $125,000 per year. Biden promoted it as early as April 2020 and referenced it sparingly throughout the campaign.
Vaccines
Yes, a Rhode Island bill aims to fine, tax eligible residents if they aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19
Under a recently proposed Rhode Island Senate bill, eligible residents would have to get the COVID-19 vaccine or face a monthly fine and pay double their income tax.
Business
Yes, Elon Musk tweeted he would donate $6B to fight world hunger if UN met certain conditions
In 2021 Musk told the UN's World Food Programme that he would donate $6B to solve world hunger if they could share a plan on how they’d spend the money. They did.
Money
Yes, you still have to pay taxes even if you don’t have a bank account
During a civil trial, Blac Chyna said she didn’t pay taxes or have a bank account. The IRS says not having a bank account doesn’t preclude you from taxes.
Money
Yes, Uber and Lyft customers can be refunded for canceling a ride if a driver doesn't wear a mask
If an Uber or Lyft rider feels unsafe due to the driver not wearing a mask, they can cancel and be refunded for their fee by contacting the companies' support teams.
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