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| 3/11/2015

Florida has the most to lose in ACA subsidy case

Nearly 8 million people could lose up to $24 billion a year in health insurance subsidies in the case now before the Supreme Court. The biggest potential loser would be Florida, with nearly 1.5 million residents getting an average of $294 a month. That works to $440 million a month currently, or up to $5.2 billion a year for the state. More at the AP and the Wall Street Journal.

A better life for the boss is better for workers, too

Our boss has huge influence over our moods, our income, our career paths — and to some extent, our home life. Yet relatively few workers actually spend time proactively managing the relationship. Knowing how to “manage up” can be a critical workplace skill that can make you more valuable or appreciated by even the most demanding boss. More at the Miami Herald.

Splash Drone flies past fundraising goal

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Developer H. Irwin Levy

“I’m from Scranton, Pa. I was going to Cornell law school, just finished my second year, got married and came to Florida on my honeymoon in June of 1950. I took a look at Miami Beach and couldn’t believe it. What a world it was! I called my father and told him I’m not leaving.”

Levy went on to develop Century Village in south Florida. The 88-year-old Levy shares other stories from his life.

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A waterproof drone made by a Coral Springs firm has sped past its Kickstarter goal, raising nearly $90,000 in less than a week. The Splash Drone's most groundbreaking feature is its emergency flare, said Alex Rodriguez, CEO of manufacturer Urban Drones. More at the South Florida Business Journal.

Airfares drop with fuel prices, but future's unclear

With airfares dropping early in 2015, some officials are optimistic that customers will continue to pay less compared to last year. The International Air Transport Association estimated airfare could decrease as much as 5 percent compared to 2014 prices. More at the Orlando Sentinel.

Child sexual abuse costs Florida $1 billion a year

A new report focusing on the economic and fiscal impact of child sexual abuse in Florida, compiled by the nonprofit organization Lauren's Kids, is being released to Florida legislators today. More at the Miami Herald.

Health Trends
Coffee: the new health food?

Conventional wisdom on coffee has flip-flopped. Once considered an indulgence with potentially harmful health effects, coffee is now being talked about as a magical elixir that could potentially save your life. The reality is that there’s a growing body of research that supports the idea that coffee, in reasonable amounts, may not be as bad for you as people once thought.