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As drug prices took daily fire last year, PhRMA racked up a record lobbying bill

Between President Trump on Twitter and critics in Congress, pharma and its pricing faced daily fire last year. But the industry’s top lobbyists shot back—and shelled out a record amount of cash to do it. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) spent a little over $ 27.5 million on lobbying in Washington last year,… Read More »

How the world celebrates the new year

New Year’s Eve in Australia is synonymous with relaxed gatherings with family or friends and staying up ‘til midnight to watch a fireworks display, either live or on the telly. They also generally involve a barbecue, some bubbly, and an esky or two hiding in the corner. It’s how December 31 has been celebrated for generations and… Read More »