Month: October 2025

Restaurant openings and closings in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities

Joy Summers is a St. Paul-based food reporter who has been covering Twin Cities restaurants since 2010. She joined the Minnesota Star Tribune in 2021.

Nicole Ploumen Hvidsten is the Minnesota Star Tribune’s senior Taste editor. In her past journalistic roles, she has worked as a reporter, copy editor, and designer—sometimes all at once. Nicole has yet to find a cookbook she doesn’t like.
https://www.startribune.com/restaurant-roll-call-the-latest-closings-and-openings-in-the-twin-cities/510576451

Stunning meteor fireball over northern Spain (Oct 19)

This amazing bolide was spotted from Spain on October 19 at 6:01 local time (equivalent to 4:01 universal time). It was as bright as the full Moon, captivating skywatchers across the region.

The event was caused by a rock—known as a meteoroid—from a comet that entered the Earth’s atmosphere traveling at approximately 249,000 km/h. This spectacular fireball overflew Spain, beginning its visible trajectory at an altitude of about 140 km over Fresno de la Ribera in the province of Zamora. It traveled westward and ended at a height of around 82 km over Villardiegua de la Ribera, also in Zamora.

This bright meteor was recorded as part of the SMART project, operated by the Southwestern Europe Meteor Network (SWEMN). Observations were made from meteor-observing stations located across Spain, including Huelva, La Hita (Toledo), Calar Alto, Sierra Nevada, La Sagra (Granada), and Sevilla.

The event has been analyzed by Dr. Jose M. Madiedo, the principal investigator of the SMART project from the Institute of Astrophysics of Andalusia (IAA-CSIC). In the SWEMN database, this meteor is cataloged under the code SWEMN20251019_040112.
https://www.sott.net/article/502474-Stunning-meteor-fireball-over-northern-Spain-Oct-19

Off the news: Maui gains 200 affordable housing units

Maui’s housing situation received a much-needed boost on Thursday with the opening of Kaiaulu o Kuku‘ia in Lahaina. This 200-unit permanent affordable housing complex is the first to open since the devastating 2023 wildfires that affected the area.

Kaiaulu o Kuku‘ia will serve 197 families who earn between 30% and 60% of the area median income, providing them with quality, long-term housing options. Beyond just homes, the complex offers a range of onsite services to support residents’ needs.

Among these services is free access to a Bezos Academy preschool, giving young children a strong educational start. Additionally, nonprofit Ikaika ‘Ohana provides social and educational programs to help foster community engagement and support.

The project was financed with considerable support, including $83 million in federal funds and $41 million in state low-income housing tax credits, underscoring a strong commitment to rebuilding and revitalizing Lahaina after the wildfires.
https://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/10/20/editorial/off-the-news/off-the-news-maui-gains-200-affordable-housing-units/

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Private Medicare, Medicaid plans exaggerate mental health options: Watchdogs

**Federal Watchdog Report Reveals “Ghost Networks” in Private Medicare and Medicaid Mental Health Plans**

A recent report from a federal watchdog has uncovered that companies running private Medicare and Medicaid insurance plans often inaccurately list mental health professionals as available to treat plan members. Investigators allege that some insurers have effectively set up “ghost networks” comprising psychologists, psychiatrists, and other mental health providers who supposedly agreed to treat patients covered by publicly financed Medicare and Medicaid plans.

In reality, many of these professionals do not have contracts with the plans, do not work at the listed locations, or have retired, the investigators found.

### Findings from the Office of Inspector General

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), which oversees Medicare and Medicaid programs, released the findings. Their report focuses on insurers paid by the government to cover people in Medicare Advantage plans and privately managed Medicaid plans—types of insurance that cover about 30% of all Americans.

The government pays these insurers hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Insurers receive fixed rates per enrollee and keep any unused funds. They are required to have an adequate number of healthcare professionals under contract in each region they cover.

However, the new report discovered that:

– **55% of mental health professionals listed as in-network by Medicare Advantage plans were not actually providing care to any plan members.**
– **28% of those listed in Medicaid managed care plans were similarly not providing care.**

### Providers and Locations Often Incorrectly Listed

Several mental health professionals told investigators they should not have been listed as in-network providers. Reasons included no longer working at the listed locations, not participating in the Medicare Advantage or Medicaid managed care plans, or having transitioned to administrative roles and not providing patient care.

In one striking case, a private Medicaid plan listed a mental health professional as offering care in 19 practice locations. However, when investigators contacted one clinic, a receptionist revealed the provider had retired several years prior.

### Real-World Impact on Patients

Jeanine Simpkins of Mesa, Arizona, experienced the consequences of these skimpy networks firsthand. This fall, she struggled to find a drug rehabilitation program that would accept the Medicare Advantage insurance held by a 40-year-old family member with a disability who was in crisis.

Simpkins contacted about 20 rehab programs, none of which would accept the insurance plan. “You feel kind of dropped,” she said. “I was pretty surprised because I thought we had something good in place for her.” Eventually, her relative enrolled in part-time hospital care instead of an inpatient rehabilitation center.

### Challenges of Accessing Mental Health Care

Accessing timely, nearby healthcare can be difficult for all sorts of health issues—from colds to cancer. However, Jodi Nudelman, a regional inspector general who contributed to the report, emphasized that the stakes are particularly high for mental health care seekers.

“Mental health patients can be particularly vulnerable,” Nudelman said. She explained that acknowledging the need for mental health care is often daunting, and any obstacles can discourage people from seeking help.

Nudelman also noted that taxpayers are not getting their money’s worth if insurers fail to provide sufficient care options for Medicare and Medicaid participants.

### Scope of the Investigation

The report examined a sample of 10 counties across five states: Arizona, Iowa, Ohio, Oregon, and Tennessee. The sample included both urban and rural areas. Importantly, the report did not name the insurers whose networks were evaluated.

Susan Reilly, vice president of communications for the Better Medicare Alliance—a trade group representing Medicare Advantage plans—responded to the findings. She stated that managed care companies support federal efforts to improve access to mental health services.

“While this report looks at a small sample of plans, we agree there’s more work to do and are committed to continuing that progress together with policymakers,” Reilly said.

The report’s authors believe their sample accurately represents the national situation, having reviewed 40 Medicare Advantage plans and 20 Medicaid managed care plans.

### Recommendations for Improvement

The investigators recommend that government administrators:

– Use medical billing data more extensively to verify whether listed in-network health professionals are actually providing care to plan members.
– Create a national, searchable directory of mental health providers that clearly indicates which Medicare and Medicaid insurance plans each provider accepts.

Such a directory would help patients find care more efficiently and enable easier verification of the accuracy of provider listings.

Federal Medicare and Medicaid administrators have already begun work toward establishing such a directory. The Better Medicare Alliance also expressed support for this initiative.

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*This report highlights significant challenges in the availability and transparency of mental health provider networks within private Medicare and Medicaid insurance plans, underscoring the critical need for accurate information and accessible care for vulnerable patients.*
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/private-medicare-medicaid-plans-mental-health-options-watchdogs/

Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions: Rally to $5 or a Crash to $2, What’s Next?

XRP is trading around $2.47 at press time. The asset has gained 5% over the past 24 hours, though it remains 5% lower on the week. Analysts are closely monitoring key price levels, historical signals, and trading behavior, suggesting that XRP may be entering a new phase of market structure.

**Price Holds Long-Term Demand Area**

Well-known trader and analyst EtherNasyonaL shared a long-term view of XRP using an inverted monthly chart to highlight structural patterns. The chart focuses on a demand zone that stems from the 2018 all-time high resistance, an area that is now acting as strong support. XRP has traded within this range for several months, with repeated tests of the lower boundary but no breakdowns.

According to the analyst, XRP is “gathering strength,” and “the next major move is being prepared to the upside.” In the non-inverted view, this structure resembles a rounded bottom—often linked to trend reversals—indicating potential bullish momentum ahead.

**Six-Month Chart Points to Higher Targets**

Another analyst, ChartNerd, presented a six-month candle chart using Fibonacci extensions to outline the next potential stages for XRP’s price action. Despite a recent upper wick, the overall trend remains intact, with higher lows and higher highs continuing to form.

This analysis highlights several potential price targets based on past cycles and extension levels: $5, $8.59, $13.93, and $27.88. The current structure does not show any signs of a breakdown and favors continuation of the upward trend.

**Sentiment Hits Lowest Point of the Year**

Steph Is Crypto reviewed XRP’s short-term holder Net Unrealized Profit and Loss (NUPL), revealing that short-term holders have entered deep negative territory, dropping to -0.20. This is the lowest level observed on the chart over the past year.

Previous dips into this “capitulation” zone—in October 2024, March 2025, and June 2025—occurred near market lows. The analyst noted that these events have consistently marked bottoms and strongly advised, “This is absolutely the worst time to exit.”

Additionally, a recent chart from Cryptoinsightuk mapped XRP liquidity zones on the daily timeframe. The most active liquidity area is between $2.20 and $2.80, which has consistently held as support. Above current levels, liquidity builds near $3.00 to $3.40, a zone that could be tested if the price moves upward.

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https://cryptopotato.com/ripple-xrp-price-predictions-rally-to-5-or-a-crash-to-2-whats-next/

Broadcom Set To Skyrocket With Momentum Gains Fueled By OpenAI Accelerator Deal

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is poised for explosive growth, with its momentum ranking surging in the latest Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings report amid an AI-fueled partnership with OpenAI.

**AVGO Is Ready For A Breakout With Stellar Momentum Gains**

The jump to the 92.16th percentile score in AVGO’s momentum ranking signifies a surge in its relative price strength and volatility across timeframes, as detailed in the momentum percentile report. This surge also catapulted AVGO into the top 10th percentile of stocks, signaling a robust upward trajectory.

Currently trading around $350, shares are now eyeing a $400 breakout. Wall Street analyst Ross Seymore from Deutsche Bank raised the price target from $350 to $400 while maintaining a ‘buy’ rating.

**What Fueled AVGO’s Jump In The Top Decile Of Momentum Gains?**

A blockbuster collaboration announced on October 13 between Broadcom and OpenAI revealed that the two firms will co-develop 10 gigawatts of custom AI accelerators. These will be scaled with Broadcom’s Ethernet connectivity solutions to meet the exploding global AI demand.

“This signifies a pivotal moment in pursuing artificial general intelligence,” declared CEO Hock Tan, praising OpenAI’s ChatGPT-era leadership. The term sheet paves the way for racks integrating hardware and networking, advancing OpenAI’s mission to democratize AGI benefits.

Historically reliant on commodity networking and storage chips, AVGO’s pivot to software-enabled Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) positions it as a significant, yet often overlooked, AI beneficiary beyond the commonly highlighted GPU plays.

**What Do Other Rankings Say About AVGO?**

AVGO closed 1.36% lower on Friday at $349.33 per share. Despite this, it has gained 50.59% on a year-to-date basis and an impressive 94.08% over the past year.

Benzinga’s rankings underscore the bullish setup for Broadcom. AVGO’s quality score, at 91.55, reflects stellar operational efficiency and financial health compared to peers. Meanwhile, its growth score, at the 34.51st percentile, highlights steady earnings and revenue expansion.

Price trends show green lights across short, medium, and long-term horizons, although the value metric indicates a poor value ranking at 5.57.

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*See Also: This Aluminum Supplier To Ford Motor Looks All Set To Soar: Big Spike In Quality Score*

*Related Read: ExxonMobil, Chevron Supplier Archrock Garners Attention, Eyeing Superior Growth Gains.*
https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/10/48296507/broadcom-set-to-skyrocket-with-momentum-gains-fueled-by-openai-accelerator-deal

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