Former laboratory CEO Susan Hertzberg, of New York, and former laboratory sales executive Matthew Theiler, of Pinehurst, North Carolina, have agreed to pay $1.2 million to resolve False Claims Act litigation with the United States alleging illegal payments to doctors for laboratory referrals in violation of the Anti-Kickback Statute. One doctor — Frederick Brown, of […]
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$50k-a-minute: Aussie billionaires rake it in
Australia’s billionaires became $50,000 richer every single minute of 2025, analysis of the latest rich list shows.
Albanese’s fuel pledge ahead of Bush Summit
With the fuel excise reduction set to end in the coming weeks, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed fuel security will be among his top priorities when he attends News Corp’s upcoming Bush Summit.
Nominate your top Aussie bush champion now
Nominations for our Bush Champions Awards, celebrating rural heroes who transform communities through innovation and dedication are now open. HAVE YOUR SAY.
What I would ask the PM if he was in my living room
Aussie farmer Darcy Gervasoni wants to pepper PM Anthony Albanese with questions, feeling unheard by the government. TAKE OUR BUSH SUMMIT POLL NOW.
‘Getting things done’: Why Bush Summit is ‘crucial’ for rural NSW
The Bush Summit offers NSW voices – inventors, innovators and local leaders – a national stage to express their views on the issues that matter most, writes our editor Ben English.
Brantley, Powell clash over Rest Haven acquisition, EC$30M liability
Premier Mark Brantley has mounted a strong defence of the Nevis Island Administration’s handling of the long-standing Rest Haven matter, describing the compulsory acquisition of the property as “one of the worst fiscal decisions ever made in the history of this country”, and warning that the issue has saddled Nevisians with a liability exceeding EC$30 […]
St. Kitts and Nevis tightens Ebola precautions, warns against travel to high-risk countries
The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced strengthened public health and border protection measures as authorities continue monitoring the evolving Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak affecting parts of Africa. In a statement issued jointly through the Ministry of Health of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Ministry of National Security of Saint Kitts and Nevis, officials said the […]
Ald Stapleton Ecstatic After Appointment as NEVLEC GM
By Staff Writer Nelson Ald Stapleton says he is “ecstatic” and grateful following his appointment as the new General Manager of the Nevis Electricity Company Limited (NEVLEC), describing the achievement as a proud moment for both himself and his family. Stapleton officially confirmed his journey and vision for the company during remarks following the announcement […]
Nelson Ald Stapleton is NEVLEC’s new GM
By Vernan George – St. Kitts-Nevis Observer The Nevis Electricity Company Limited (NEVLEC) has appointed Nelson Ald Stapleton as its new General Manager, a move Premier Mark Brantley described as another example of the Nevis Island Administration investing in and promoting local talent. Announcing the appointment, Premier Brantley said he was pleased to confirm Stapleton’s selection, noting that […]