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El Paso airport shut down for 10 days due to specific security concerns

El Paso airport shut down for 10 days due to specific security concerns

Flight Suspension at El Paso International Airport The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a suspension of all flights to and from El Paso International Airport in Texas, effective for ten days starting from 11:30 PM MST on February 10 until 11:30 PM MST on February 20. This includes commercial, cargo, and general aviation flights. […]

Conduent data breach impacts 25 million Americans in security event

Conduent data breach impacts 25 million Americans in security event

A recent data breach involving major government technology contractors appears to have a broader impact than initially estimated, now affecting over 25 million Americans. Conduent, a tech company that handles various services such as medical billing and prepaid card processing for government programs, encountered a data breach that started in October 2024 and was addressed […]

Three ways to optimize your Social Security benefits in 2026

Three ways to optimize your Social Security benefits in 2026

February 9, 2026, 5:15 PM ET The maximum monthly payment for Social Security is poised to increase in 2026. Currently, the highest earners receive about $5,251 a month, amounting to over $63,000 each year. These benefits tend to rise steadily. If you’re aiming to join this top tier, there are a few important steps you […]

Three budget-friendly states where Social Security is sufficient for retirement

Three budget-friendly states where Social Security is sufficient for retirement

Living on a fixed income can make every financial choice feel crucial, from grocery shopping to where you might want to settle down. For retirees relying solely on Social Security, this pressure can often be felt quite acutely. The average monthly Social Security benefit for retired workers is projected to be $2,071 as of January […]

Jimmy Lai receives a 20-year sentence in national security case in Hong Kong

Jimmy Lai receives a 20-year sentence in national security case in Hong Kong

U.S. Urges China to Reconsider Jimmy Lai’s Sentence The United States has expressed concern over the “unjust and tragic” 20-year prison sentence handed down to Hong Kong publisher and democracy activist Jimmy Lai by a court supported by the Chinese government. Lai, who is 78, was convicted under national security laws. Senator Marco Rubio stated, […]

Three budget-friendly states where Social Security can support retirement

Three budget-friendly states where Social Security can support retirement

For those on a fixed income, every financial decision feels significant—whether it’s about grocery shopping or choosing a place to live. Retirees relying solely on Social Security often experience this pressure. The typical monthly benefit for retired workers stands at $2,071 as of January 2026, according to the Social Security Administration. Living on Social Security […]

Three states where you can afford a comfortable retirement solely with Social Security

Three states where you can afford a comfortable retirement solely with Social Security

For those on a fixed income, every financial choice carries weight—be it where to shop for groceries or where to settle down. Retirees reliant on Social Security often feel this pressure acutely. As of January 2026, the average monthly Social Security benefit for retirees is about $2,071, according to the Social Security Administration. Living comfortably […]