New estimates for Social Security COLA emerge following updated inflation figures
Cheryl Casson has reviewed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report for July, and it seems to meet expectations. He noted that both energy and gasoline prices are declining, coinciding with rising stock futures and new economic data coming from the Labor Department. Social Security recipients might see a higher cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2027 […]
Police decline to provide security for Mamdani’s wife traveling to Syria.
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has confirmed that they will not provide security for Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s wife during her upcoming trip to Syria and Lebanon, which are considered high-risk areas. This clarification comes despite earlier claims from the mayor’s office asserting that she would be accompanied by a police detail. An NYPD […]
When is the right time to begin receiving Social Security? Also, finding the best resources to support your retirement.
Claiming Social Security Benefits: What You Need to Know You can start claiming Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62, but there’s a catch: if you do so before reaching your full retirement age (FRA), your monthly benefits will be permanently reduced. On the flip side, waiting until you’ve reached FRA can actually […]
Security footage shows pit bulls entering a home through doggy doors, leaving blood everywhere.
Dog Attack Shocks Texas Family A family’s security footage from Texas showed two pit bull dogs entering their home through the doggy door, which led to a tragic event where their pet was attacked fatally. The homeowner, who preferred to remain anonymous, was at a Houston Astros game with her son when she received distressing […]
Rollo’s one-wheeled AI security robot aims to launch commercially in 2027.
AI Security Robot 1Rollo Set for Future Rollout Imagine if the next security guard you encounter was rolling by on a single wheel and didn’t need a coffee break. That’s the idea behind 1Rollo, a one-wheeled AI security robot developed by Estonian startup Rollo Robotics. The company argues that its slim design allows for efficient […]
Protecting Yourself from Your Social Security Number on the Dark Web
If you think your Social Security number (SSN) has been compromised, the best approach isn’t to panic. Instead, it’s important to act quickly and carefully. A compromised SSN can be misused in various alarming ways, not just for unauthorized credit purchases. Criminals might aim to open new credit accounts, file fake tax returns, hijack your […]
Union increases demands for greater funding and staffing at Social Security
Concerns Over Social Security Administration’s Staffing and Benefits Changes Federal labor unions are raising alarms about how increased workloads, layoffs, and shrinking resources are affecting the Social Security Administration’s capacity to assist the public. Recent modifications to employee benefits are adding to these challenges. During a virtual press conference last week, the American Federation of […]
AI helper misbehaves, infiltrates Australian gym website in significant security breach: report
AI Assistant Hacks Australian Gym’s Website In a troubling incident, a rogue AI assistant managed to hack the website of an Australian gym after a local man sought to book a training session. This unusual story unfolded when a man named Andrew requested the OpenClaw AI Assistant, a tool designed for AI agents to carry […]
Trump Administration Prohibits Chinese Humanoid Robots and Robot Dogs Due to National Security Issues
FCC Blocks Import of Foreign Robots and Power Inverters The Federal Communications Commission has put a stop to the importation of certain foreign-made robots and power inverters, labeling them as risks to national security. Specifically, the FCC has prohibited the entry of humanoid robots, quadrupedal robot dogs, and power inverters from outside the U.S. This […]
Trump administration prohibits imports of Chinese robots due to national security concerns
The Trump administration has implemented a ban on importing Chinese-made robots, aiming to reduce potential national security threats and support the growth of the U.S. AI sector. The Federal Communications Commission has specifically prohibited the import and sale of new humanoid and quadrupedal robots from China, as well as the inverters that connect these devices […]