Stock Movers: UnitedHealth, Amazon, Hertz
On this episode of Stock Movers: - UnitedHealth Group (UNH) is lower this morning after it suspended its 2025 outlook, citing higher-than-expected medical costs for new Medicare Advantage beneficiaries, and expects to return to growth in 2026. The company also named Stephen Hemsley as its new CEO, replacing Andrew Witty, effective immediately. - Amazon (AMZN) is higher this morning after reaching a multiyear agreement with FedEx to deliver large packages for the online retailer, renewing a relationship between the two companies that ended in 2019. The deal follows plans announced in January by UPS to reduce by half the number of packages it delivers for Amazon by the end of 2026. - FedEx (FDX) is also trending upward this morning after on the Amazon-FedEx news. - Hertz (HTZ) fell in US premarket trading after the rental company reported a larger-than-expected loss in the first quarter. The 1Q earnings are a miss with Ebitda loss being higher than expected, write Barclays analysts Dan Levy and Josh Cho.
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I put 6 Amazon summer dresses to the test — they're all under $50, and one stood out above the rest
Last year, I purged my closet and donated several dresses that no longer brought me joy. The best part about getting rid of stuff is that you feel less guilty about treating yourself to something new — it's simple math, really. When I set out to revamp my wardrobe, I wasn't looking to spend a fortune, so I took a look at some of Amazon's bestselling dresses for inspiration. I couldn't decide on just one, so I ended up adding six different styles to my cart. Everything I chose is under $50, so I figured, why not? I was most excited about this corset dress, but did I love it when I tried it on? And what about this floral maxi dress? It has more than 15,000 reviews, but did it live up to the hype? Scroll below to see which Amazon dresses have earned a permanent place in my closet, whether for my next summer party or vacation. What I like about it: The moment I tried this on, I knew it was a keeper. It falls right at the knee, and the soft spandex/rayon blend hugs my figure in all the right places. It's easy to dress up with a pair of heels and a stylish blazer or throw on over your bathing suit for a day at the beach. I ordered it in a small which was perfect as it fits true to size. The empire waist and pleats make it a great choice for when I'm feeling a bit bloated but still want to wear something cute. Room for improvement: It does wrinkle and it's also a little sheerer than I thought, so you definitely want to be mindful of your undergarment selections when wearing. What other shoppers are saying: This dress has an average rating of 4.0 stars from more than 950 reviews. Shoppers agree it's "true to size," "flattering," and say it "drapes beautifully." What I like about it: This maxi is a fun choice for a night out or a summer wedding. I like the sash, which gives it a bit more of a refined look. My favourite detail of the dress is the cute ruffled capped sleeves. The 95 per cent rayon fabric feels great on and doesn't cling to the body, which is perfect on those hot summer nights. I ordered this wrap dress in a small and it was a little big on me. Room for improvement: This dress wrinkles so easily! For that reason alone I would hand wash it, anything to cut down on the wrinkles. Also, as it's shorter in the front, it does ride up a bit when you sit down, which I don't love. What other shoppers are saying: Shoppers call this maxi "so comfortable" and say it's "flattering and forgiving." Another reviewer is impressed with how much "boob room" the dress provides, saying that if you are "chesty," this is the dress for you. What I like about it: This cheap corset dress was the one I was most excited to order. The length is great, falling a little below the knee. The corset is surprisingly comfortable even when tied tight. This polyester dress is not stretchy and it runs true to size. Room for improvement: I so wanted this dress to be a winner for me, but alas, it was far from it. I'm 5'5" with a short torso, and this dress didn't fall quite right on my frame. The slit up the front was also a little too high for my personal taste. I know I am slim, but the corset still didn't seem to do anything to "snatch" my waist. What other shoppers are saying: One reviewer called this dress "very flattering," going on to say that the fabric is "light and flowy" and "perfect for summer." Another said that it "fits true to size" and is "amazing quality." What I like about it: I could live in this soft and stretchy dress all year long. It falls rights below the knee, is easy to put on, and the front pockets are the best. The decorative brown buttons down the front? Perfection. I accidentally ordered a medium, and I'm glad I did. It fits great and the looser size is great for throwing on over my bathing suit or to run errands in the morning. Room for improvement: As I mentioned, I accidentally ordered the medium, so it's a little baggy in the underarms, but I think if I had gotten the small, that wouldn't have been a problem. What other shoppers are saying: "The dress fits great and is very comfortable," says one review. They also said the "soft" dress "feels good on." Another customer said that this "great" dress is "very forgiving," while another person called the dress "flattering" and "comfy." What I like about it: This maxi dress is my top choice dress for casual comfort. I don't care what mood I am in; the second I put on this virtually wrinkle-free dress, I am revived. The hidden side pockets are great and I find myself reaching for this dress over others I own. It's flattering and runs true to size. Room for improvement: I'm 5'5" and I ordered a small and it fell right at my ankles. I can imagine if I were any shorter the dress would be too long. 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Lawmakers send flurry of bills to governor's desk in final days of spring session
SPRINGFIELD — Along with a budget that passed shortly before Saturday's deadline, Illinois legislators passed a flurry of bills in the final days of the General Assembly's spring session on issues ranging from police hiring practices to traffic safety. Here are some of the bills heading to Gov. JB Pritzker's desk after passing out of the legislature at the end of the four-month session. A measure designed to rein in the practices of pharmacy benefits managers, or PBMs — companies that act as intermediaries between drugmakers, insurance corporations and pharmacies — was approved with broad bipartisan support and is backed by Pritzker. The largest PBMs are part of corporate entities that include pharmacy chain CVS and UnitedHealth Group. Critics blame them for driving up prescription drug costs for patients while pushing independent pharmacies out of business. The measure awaiting Pritzker's signature would bar PBMs from charging insurance companies more for drugs than they are paid by pharmacies and pocketing the difference; prohibit them from giving better reimbursement rates to pharmacies that are owned by the same company; and require them to pass along rebates negotiated with drugmakers to health plans and patients. PBMs also would be required to make annual reports on pricing and other practices to the Illinois Department of Insurance, and would be charged an annual $15-per-patient fee, with the first $25 million collected going to a grant fund to support local pharmacies. 'For far too long, pharmacy benefit managers' business practices have operated with little regulation, transparency, and accountability. Illinois is putting an end to that,' Pritzker said in a statement Saturday after the House sent the measure to his desk. A trade group representing the industry argued that PBMs are 'the only check against drug companies' unlimited pricing power' and said the proposed changes would lead to higher prices at the drugstore counter. But PBMs have drawn scorn from across the political spectrum. President Donald Trump, Pritzker's frequent sparring partner, in April issued an executive order that aims to lower drug prices through steps that would include increasing 'transparency into the direct and indirect compensation received by pharmacy benefit managers.' And ruby-red Arkansas recently became the first state to bar PBMs from owning pharmacies. Illinois is set to study safety measures on DuSable Lake Shore Drive, including whether cameras powered by artificial intelligence could reduce crashes under a measure sent to Pritzker. Democratic Sen. 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Sean Grayson was fired from his job as a Sangamon County sheriff's deputy after the killing and charged with murder. After Massey's death, it was revealed that Grayson previously worked for five law enforcement agencies and had been the subject of citizen complaints and criticism from superiors who questioned his competence. Grayson also had two DUIs on his record before he went into law enforcement. The legislation would bar law enforcement agencies from making a final offer for employment without getting a signed release from the applicant directing 'any and all entities that previously employed the individual to produce or make available for inspection all employment records, including background investigation materials collected in connection with making a final offer of employment.' A statewide office to support under-resourced public defenders throughout Illinois would be created under another criminal justice measure sent to the governor. The bill, dubbed by advocates as the Funded Advocacy & Independent Representation bill, or FAIR Act, could assist public defenders in rural areas, where the availability of effective public defense for indigent criminal defendants can be sparse. Advocates, including the Cook County public defender's office, argued the bill would create more of a level playing field for public defense when compared with prosecutors, who can get statewide help on cases through the Illinois attorney general's office. Some of the assistance provided by the statewide public defender office could be the availability of more public defense lawyers and defense experts who may specialize in various evidentiary or forensic practices. The Cook County public defender's office also pushed for legislation to expand the jurisdiction of its attorneys representing noncitizen Cook County residents in immigration cases being heard outside the county. The bill passed the Senate on Friday 37-19 after clearing the House in early April. 'As immigrant communities are grappling with shifting federal policies, we must adapt to ensure there is no lapse in access to counsel,' Sen. Omar Aquino, a Chicago Democrat who sponsored the bill, said. 'Families deserve to know that this resource is available and reliable despite changes happening at the federal level.' According to Tovia Siegel, a proponent of the bill and the director of organizing and leadership at The Resurrection Project, the Cook County's public defender's office can currently represent immigrants only in Chicago's immigration court, but individuals in that court are being 'sent all over the country.' 'We're even seeing people sent out of the country, and so it's essential that the Cook County public defender's office has the ability to continue representing their clients,' Siegel said. Another measure the Democratic-controlled General Assembly passed with a specific eye on the Trump administration centered on abortion rights. The bill is intended provide more protections under Illinois' 2023 shield law, which prevents health care workers from facing disciplinary action by the state if, for instance, they provide abortion care to someone from a state that has more stringent abortion restrictions. The legislation also would ensure prescribing abortion medications such as mifepristone would remain legal in Illinois even if the U.S. Food and Drug Administration revokes approval, as long as the World Health Organization recommends the drug's use. Democrats have warned that access to these drugs could be jeopardized following declarations toward that end by Project 2025, the Heritage Foundation policy group thought to have influence on the Trump White House. Also heading to Pritzker's desk is a bill that aims to strengthen restrictions on how firearms are stored or kept in place where a minor, or someone who isn't allowed to own a gun, has access to them. Gun owners could be fined up to $1,000 if a prohibited person gets hold of an improperly stored firearm. The fine would increase to $10,000 if the person kills someone with the firearm. Gun owners could also face civil penalties if they fail more than twice to report the loss or theft of their gun within 48 hours upon acknowledging the crime. 'I'm pleased that we're moving forward with this legislation where I anticipate the governor will agree with its importance,' said state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, a Democrat from Batavia. 'Gun owners and nongun owners alike can agree safe gun storage can reduce unintentional injuries, suicides and intentional harm like school shootings by stopping unauthorized access, and it's time for us to take action,' she said. Republican state lawmakers took issue with several provisions in the measure and warned the legislation could be challenged in court. 'I wish we had more opportunity to talk this through,' Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer, a Republican from Jacksonville, said. 'You're trying to do something that makes people safer, but you're actually infringing on our rights.'
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NASCAR rumors: Insider reveals Denny Hamlin's future with Joe Gibbs Racing
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