Social Security lowers benefit recapture from 100% to 50% for some; experts continue to caution about serious consequences – NBC News
The Social Security Administration has recently changed the withholding rate for certain beneficiaries to 50%, shortly after it had previously set a 100% withholding rate for new benefits overpayments. This adjustment still poses an economic challenge for those affected, experts suggest. For overpayment notifications sent after April 25th, this new default withholding of 50% applies […]
New Zealand’s prime minister suggests banning social media for those under 16.
New Zealand Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s The Prime Minister of New Zealand has suggested a ban on social media use for children under 16, aiming to protect young users from harmful content and cyberbullying. Christopher Luxon stated on Tuesday that social media companies should ensure users are at least 16 years old to […]
‘Advocate for social justice’ taken into custody for reportedly having videos of child sexual abuse
Arrest of Social Justice Advocate Linked to Child Exploitation A Texas professor, who presented himself as a “social justice advocate,” has been arrested for allegedly streaming child sexual abuse videos from his home. Zaid Mashour Haddad was taken into custody on Tuesday following an FBI investigation. Reports claim that he had admitted to streaming illegal […]
Gorillas provide insights into human social relationships – research | Primatology
Complexities of Gorilla Social Structures Unveiled Friendship dynamics among humans can be intricate, and it turns out mountain gorillas exhibit similar complexities. A recent study spanned two decades, examining the health of 164 gorillas in Rwanda, highlighting that the social costs and benefits vary greatly with group size and are distinct for males and females. […]
Social Security reveals a significant change that brings positive news for recipients – AL.com
The Social Security Administration has once more changed its stance on critical adjustments that might significantly impact the monthly earnings of certain recipients. The agency announced that beneficiaries who have received overpayments will see their monthly benefits cut by 50% until the owed amount is repaid. This change took effect on April 25. This 50% […]
Verified: Social Security Administration reveals new payments and regulations starting May 14 – Tododisca
US Social Security Payments follow a monthly pattern that many retirees are quite familiar with. And it’s easy to understand why. For millions, these checks are a crucial part of their financial stability. In May 2025, the Social Security Administration confirmed new payment dates, specifically noting that Group 2 can expect their funds on Wednesday, […]
Trump delays TikTok ban due to ideal timing for social media-focused Gen Z
Former President Donald Trump has promised to prolong the deadline for a potential ban on TikTok until a deal is reached to transition the China-owned app to U.S. ownership. In a Sunday interview, he mentioned having a “warm place” in his heart for TikTok. “I want to pursue this. There’s this young man who scored […]
Haven’t Received Your Social Security Fairness Act Benefit Increase? Here’s When You Can Anticipate It. – Yahoo Finance
The Social Security Equity Act has boosted federal retirement benefits for approximately 3.2 million older Americans. While many received these adjustments in April, around 900,000 individuals are still waiting. Those eligible seniors who haven’t seen an increase can anticipate adjustments by early November. In his last days in office, President Joe Biden enacted the Social […]
MPs caution that significant funding is necessary to repair the ‘broken’ social care system | Social care
Warning on Adult Social Care Reforms Cross-party members of Parliament have expressed that any efforts aimed at reforming adult social care will likely fail unless the government acknowledges the need for substantial investment to address a system that many see as “broken,” affecting millions. The government tends to view social care reforms as a “burden” […]
The inquiries surrounding our social interactions | Social norms
The Complexity of Conversations Sara Miller’s recent exploration focuses on sympathy, a concept often overlooked in social interactions. She raises questions about why some people hesitate to engage in conversations, particularly when it involves asking others about their lives. In autism research, the idea of “double empathy” comes to light. Essentially, two individuals—each possessing unique […]