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What might the increase in Social Security benefits be for 2026?

What might the increase in Social Security benefits be for 2026?

While the specific percentage won’t be available until October 24, advocacy groups for seniors are anticipating a notable change. WASHINGTON — The announcement for Social Security’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is expected to come out on Friday. This year’s COLA announcement will detail the monthly checks that retirees will start receiving in January 2026. The ongoing […]

Medications thatLower Cholesterol Might Also Decrease the Risk of Dementia, According to a Large New Study

Medications thatLower Cholesterol Might Also Decrease the Risk of Dementia, According to a Large New Study

Cholesterol Reduction May Lower Dementia Risk New findings suggest that lowering cholesterol levels might not only benefit heart health but also potentially decrease the risk of developing dementia. This insight emerges from a large-scale meta-analysis involving nearly a million participants. The study indicates that common cholesterol-lowering medications, like statins and ezetimibe, could also support cognitive […]

How to Tackle Today’s Pips: A Guide and Answers for Thursday, October 23

How to Tackle Today's Pips: A Guide and Answers for Thursday, October 23

Pips Puzzle Walkthrough Hey everyone! It looks like we’ve got another tough NYT Pips puzzle on our hands today. These puzzles have definitely been a challenge lately, but don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with a detailed guide. I tackled the easy, medium, and hard Pips puzzles this sunny October Thursday. With Halloween just around […]

Government shutdown reaches fourth week without a definite resolution in sight

Government shutdown reaches fourth week without a definite resolution in sight

Government Shutdown Enters Fourth Week with No Resolution in Sight So, here’s the deal: the government shutdown is now in its fourth week, and it seems nobody really knows when it’s going to end. It’s ironic, right? Socrates famously said, “I know that I know nothing”—and maybe that sentiment fits pretty well here. Rep. Andy […]

Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks manages to play despite a grade 2 quad strain

Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks manages to play despite a grade 2 quad strain

The unusual circumstances surrounding Karl-Anthony Towns culminated in a crucial, albeit bittersweet, contribution to the Knicks’ season-opening win. Towns, dealing with a Grade 2 right quadriceps strain, went from “questionable” to “questionable” again just hours prior to the Knicks’ 119-111 victory against the Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden. Interestingly, after being on the questionable list, […]