Lessons from five years of living with a home security system
Over the years, we’ve tried out various products like TVs, Christmas trees, and user-friendly vacuum cleaners, but nothing has quite compared to SimpliSafe’s home security system. Halloween tends to see an uptick in property damage—British insurer AXA reported a whopping 270% increase in home damage claims, while data from Travelers illustrates that crimes rise on […]
Ethernet or Wi-Fi security: Which connection offers more safety?
Is Ethernet Safer Than Wi-Fi for Your Home Computer? In our increasingly digital world, the manner in which we connect to the internet seems to matter just as much as the devices themselves. Many people don’t think twice about their connection method. They simply connect their machines to Wi-Fi, type in their passwords, and get […]
Man interrupts St. Peter’s Basilica by climbing the altar before being escorted away by security
Incident at St. Peter’s Basilica A man has been accused of urinating on the confessional altar inside St. Peter’s Basilica, an act that drew immediate attention from security and startled many visitors on Friday. Reports from Italian news sources indicate that security personnel and undercover officers acted swiftly, removing the individual from the church. Given […]
The Average Social Security Benefit for Ages 62, 65, and 70
Understanding when to sign up for Social Security can be tricky, especially since you rely on it for retirement. Estimating your potential benefits isn’t straightforward, which complicates figuring out how much you need to save on your own. Fortunately, the Social Security formula has several factors that can help maximize your monthly benefits. One key […]
Your Social Security payment is secure during the shutdown, but there’s an important detail you should be aware of.
Recent discussions have highlighted the worries of Social Security recipients amid the ongoing federal government shutdown, specifically concerning benefit payments and newer policy changes. While monthly payments are assured to continue as usual, other services could take a hit, and some recipients are expressing concern that their check amounts might fluctuate due to cost-of-living adjustments […]
The Typical Social Security Payment for Age 67
As individuals near retirement, Social Security becomes a critical consideration. People contribute to this program through taxes over many years, expecting to retire with adequate savings and benefits designed to ease their transition into retirement. Yet, Social Security represents different things to different individuals. For those with substantial savings, it might not be a primary […]
Social Security COLA 2026: Retirees in 10 states will see the largest increases next year
Trump Administration Seeks Labor Stats Employees Amid Shutdown The Trump administration is addressing data delays caused by the government shutdown by recalling employees from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. These employees will work on the Consumer Price Index report, which is crucial for establishing the 2026 cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security recipients. […]
Venezuela requests urgent meeting of the UN Security Council regarding US military activities in the Caribbean.
Venezuela Calls for Emergency UN Security Council Meeting On Thursday, the Venezuelan government requested an urgent meeting of the United Nations Security Council regarding recent U.S. military actions in waters near Venezuela. The request was made in a letter to Vasily Nebenzia, Russia’s U.N. Ambassador and current Council President. Venezuela accused the administration of Donald […]
Michigan to suspend taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security for three years
Michigan will eliminate the 4.25% income tax on earnings from tips, overtime, and Social Security, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This exemption is set to last until the end of 2028, unless further legislative action is taken. The tax reductions were part of a bipartisan agreement aimed at boosting the […]
Trump and Finnish President Stubb finalize $6.1B Arctic Security Agreement: ‘Enhancing U.S. capabilities’
Historic Agreement Reached Between U.S. and Finland On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Prime Minister Petteri Orpo met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. They announced a substantial $6.1 billion deal intended to enhance the United States’ capabilities in the Arctic region. This agreement includes provisions for the […]