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Minnesota farmer produces food and claims it has resulted in a healthier way of living.

Minnesota farmer produces food and claims it has resulted in a healthier way of living.

A Minnesota Family’s Journey Toward Self-Sufficiency A Minnesota homesteader, who grows most of the food her family consumes, claims that their health has improved significantly, cutting down grocery runs to about once a month. Katie Kureishi, 38, shared that her journey to becoming self-sufficient began over a decade ago with a modest vegetable garden. This […]

Man living with bear beneath Altadena home considers legal action

Man living with bear beneath Altadena home considers legal action

The situation with a black bear, affectionately dubbed “Bearly,” has stirred quite a bit of discussion. Last month, a man reached his limit after living with a 550-pound bear beneath his home. He threatened legal action against the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, alleging that they left the bear to fend for itself. According […]

Kennedy urges Republicans to take action on rising living expenses

Kennedy urges Republicans to take action on rising living expenses

Senator Pushes for Budget Reconciliation to Tackle Affordability Issues Senator John Kennedy (R-Louisiana) is advocating for Republicans to revisit the budget reconciliation process to address the rising affordability challenges in America. This process, which was a lengthy endeavor earlier this year, was instrumental in passing President Donald Trump’s significant legislative achievement in 2025, simultaneously testing […]

A 20-Year Historical Comparison of Federal Pay Increases and Cost of Living Adjustments

A 20-Year Historical Comparison of Federal Pay Increases and Cost of Living Adjustments

For the last twenty years, federal employees and retirees have experienced annual income adjustments through two distinct mechanisms: cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) and federal pay increases. While both aim to align wages with economic trends, they’re calculated, applied, and impact different groups in various ways. This article looks into the historical patterns of COLAs and federal […]

Homeowner in Altadena shares experience of living with a 550-pound bear they didn’t want

Homeowner in Altadena shares experience of living with a 550-pound bear they didn't want

Things are quite challenging for a homeowner in California. Imagine losing sleep, dealing with unusual odors, and enduring damage, all because there’s a 550-pound bear cozying up beneath your home. “It’s way more stressful than I anticipated,” Ken Johnson shared recently, reflecting on the 11 days since this hefty bear claimed the crawl space under […]

Changes to Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment After Federal Rate Cuts

Changes to Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment After Federal Rate Cuts

In October 2025, a 2.8% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026 was revealed. Looking ahead, projections suggest that COLA for 2027 might fall between 2.3% and 2.6% if the Consumer Price Index (CPI) slightly surpasses the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE). Many retirees depending on interest from CDs and savings accounts have seen their income […]

Dick Van Dyke shares tips for living to 100

Dick Van Dyke shares tips for living to 100

Dick Van Dyke Reflects on His Longevity and Lifestyle Changes Dick Van Dyke, the beloved star of “Mary Poppins,” recently shared insights on his long life as he approaches his 100th birthday on December 13. Van Dyke believes that significant changes in his lifestyle, particularly giving up drinking and smoking, have played a crucial role […]