Opening Bell: In deal that could reshape the healthcare industry, CVS agrees to buy Aetna for $69 billion. Also, Disney re-enters talks to acquire 21st Century Fox, and Bitcoin soars near $12,000. We're joined by The Daily Beast, Instagram for Business, Red Alert Politics, PCWorld, TechnoBuffalo, Nerdist, and more.
Payments are restarting for student loan borrowers but the FTC is warning about in increased risk of getting scammed. Leslie Tayne, founder of Tayne Law Group, joined Cheddar News to provide tips on how to avoid scams amid confusion over payment plans and restarting dates.
Roadway deaths in the U.S. are mounting despite government test data showing vehicles have been getting safer. While the number of all car-related fatalities has trended upward over the last decade, pedestrians and cyclists have seen the sharpest rise: over 60% between 2011 and 2022.