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The Social Security tsunami: Payments could be cut by 23%, doubling the poverty rate for America’s seniors

The Social Security tsunami: Payments could be cut by 23%, doubling the poverty rate for America’s seniors

As millions of Americans rely on Social Security for their monthly income, new reports indicate the program’s finances are at a critical juncture. Here’s what every current or soon-to-be recipient should understand about the future of Social Security, the risks to your benefits, and what steps Congress could take to keep the program strong. When will Social Security “run out …

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Openvibe combines news and social media in one app

Openvibe combines news and social media in one app

Openvibe, an app that allows you to follow open social networks like Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, and Nostr in one place, is now expanding its functionality so you can follow your favorite news sites and blogs, too. To do so, the startup is adding support for RSS (aka Really Simple Syndication or news feeds), an open standard that allows you to …

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Trump urges Intel CEO to resign in social post

Trump urges Intel CEO to resign in social post

Shares of Intel slumped Thursday after President Donald Trump said in a social media post that the chipmaker’s CEO needs to resign. “The CEO of Intel is highly CONFLICTED and must resign, immediately,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “There is no other solution to this problem. Thank you for your attention to this problem!” Trump made the post after Sen. …

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Social Security Old-Age and Survivors trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected, senator warns – MarketWatch

Social Security Old-Age and Survivors trust fund could run out of money sooner than expected, senator warns  MarketWatch Trump’s megabill could deplete Social Security’s trust funds faster: Analysis  The Hill Are Social Security cuts a myth? Here’s what’s really happening  USA Today Opinion | A Good Plan to Keep Social Security Solvent  The Wall Street Journal Social Security overpayments: Here’s how Social Security withholding …

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‘South Park’ And Homeland Security Spar On Social Media

‘South Park’ And Homeland Security Spar On Social Media

Topline “South Park” and the Department of Homeland Security sparred on X ahead of the show’s new episode Wednesday night, which teasers indicate will once again target President Donald Trump as well as his administration’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids, as the series continues to provoke the administration’s wrath. The previous “South Park” episode sparked the White House’s anger. (Photo …

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‘Cougar puberty’: Why is perimenopause going viral on social media? – Euronews.com

‘Cougar puberty’: Why is perimenopause going viral on social media?  Euronews.com “Cougar Puberty” Adelaide doctor starts menopause conversation – ABC listen  Australian Broadcasting Corporation Move over midlife crisis – women are entering cougar puberty  bodyandsoul.com.au Exclusive | I’m going through ‘cougar puberty’ — how it’s better and worse than my teen years  New York Post ‘Cougar Puberty’ explained as new name is coined for …

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Social Security’s 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is Shaping Up to Be a Lose-Lose Scenario for Retirees

Social Security’s 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is Shaping Up to Be a Lose-Lose Scenario for Retirees

Not even a potentially history-making moment will be enough to prevent retirees from getting the short end of the stick, yet again. For most retired Americans, Social Security is more than just a monthly check. It represents a financial foundation that helps them make ends meet. Even though the average monthly retired-worker check only crested $2,000 for the first time …

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