New highest social security payments may provide some Americans with as much as $5,251 each month. Here’s who is eligible.
Many Americans on Social Security might be surprised by their paychecks this year. The recent cost-of-living adjustment has risen from 2.5% to 2.8% for 2025, enabling some beneficiaries to see their maximum monthly checks reach $5,251. This marks a significant jump from the current average Social Security check of $2,071. For those receiving the maximum […]
Dodgers finalize agreements with Anthony Banda and other players eligible for arbitration
The Dodgers have successfully avoided a salary arbitration hearing for the sixth consecutive year. With the arbitration deadline approaching, the team finalized agreements with their last four arbitration-eligible players for the upcoming season. Reliever Brusdar Graterol has settled on a $2.8 million deal. He missed all of 2025 after undergoing shoulder surgery last offseason, but […]
New cars manufactured in the USA are eligible for Trump tax benefit, according to the IRS.
January 1, 2026, 9:11 a.m. ET Taxpayers purchasing a new vehicle in 2025 might qualify for significant tax breaks next filing season, provided the vehicle is produced in the United States, according to the Internal Revenue Service. Those interested should check their vehicle information labels (VINs) to see if their 2025 purchases are eligible for […]
Trump’s tax law may allow millions of Americans to pay no federal income tax. Who is eligible and how to access it in 2026.
Trump’s Tax Changes and Their Impact on Americans President Donald Trump’s recent tax legislation aims to lessen the tax burden for a significant portion of the U.S. population. According to projections from the Tax Policy Center, around 40% of American households could face a federal income tax bill of $0 by 2025. Interestingly, this same […]
Certain Americans may receive $1,500 to help with medical expenses. Who is eligible?
December 10, 2025, 12:16 PM ET Senate Republicans Propose Direct Medical Payments Instead of ACA Subsidies Senate Republicans are proposing to provide Americans between $1,000 and $1,500 to help with medical expenses, opting against extending the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced subsidies that have made health insurance more affordable for many. On December 8, Republican Senators […]
Stellan Skarsgård supports James Cameron’s view that Netflix should not be eligible for Oscars.
Stellan Skarsgård Supports Cameron’s View on Netflix and Oscars Acclaimed actor Stellan Skarsgård, known for roles in Good Will Hunting and Dune, has weighed in on the ongoing debate over Netflix’s eligibility for Academy Awards. In a recent interview on the red carpet, he expressed agreement with director James Cameron, who believes that Netflix films […]
Marjorie Taylor Greene will be eligible for a congressional pension just days after she leaves her position.
Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene will become eligible for a legislative pension after her resignation in January, which is set to occur just days apart from her last day in office. Last week, Greene, a prominent Republican figure, confirmed her intention to resign from her role representing Georgia’s 14th District. “I plan to resign from […]
Social Security benefits: Who is eligible for a $200 monthly increase?
Possible Increase for Social Security Recipients Some positive news may be on the horizon for those receiving Social Security, thanks to a proposal from a group of Democratic senators. The proposed legislation, titled the Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act, aims to provide an increase of $200 per month for Social Security benefits starting in […]
Social Security benefits might rise by $200 each month — here’s who would be eligible.
Democratic senators have proposed a bill that could increase monthly Social Security payments by $200, emphasizing the financial struggles seniors face amid rising living costs. The recently introduced title, “Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act,” aims to provide additional support not just to Social Security recipients, but also to those receiving Supplemental Security Income, Veterans […]
Who is eligible for the $200 monthly boost in Social Security benefits? Here’s what we know.
Proposed Increase in Social Security Benefits A bill put forth by Senate Democrats aims to boost the monthly Social Security benefits for millions of Americans by $200, an effort to address the rising costs of living and inflation. This initiative is part of the Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act. If the bill gains approval, […]