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WellPoint cap program saves Calpers big money

The nation’s largest pension fund worked with the Indianapolis-based health insurer to cut medical costs 19 percent by capping the price of some surgeries, in the latest sign payers are taking a tougher line against rising hospital claims.

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U.S. unemployment rate rises despite jobs increase

Employment increased in May for retailers, construction companies, education and health services, leisure and hospitality businesses, and temporary-help agencies. Manufacturers, however, cut jobs for a third straight month.

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Simon to buy $569M stake in European mall operator

Simon will gain an ownership stake in six McArthurGlen properties in Austria, the Netherlands, Italy and the United Kingdom, and become a partner in the London-based firm’s real estate management and development business.

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Sanctions against Penn State were necessary, NCAA tells judge

The National Collegiate Athletic Association’s sanctions against Pennsylvania State University for its role in the Jerry Sandusky sex-abuse scandal were needed to protect the integrity of intercollegiate sports, a lawyer for the Indianapolis-based association argued in court Monday.

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