A phony email claiming to be from the Social Security Administration is really a phishing scam.
An email that looks polished and official can be deceiving—especially if it mentions security or government entities. Candice T. took a moment to examine such an email before clicking and shared her instinctive reaction: “That’s very suspicious!” She had a point. The email pretends to be from the Social Security Administration, complete with official branding […]
Social Security benefits might be lowered for certain retirees who continue to work. Here’s how that could evolve.
If you’re receiving Social Security retirement benefits and also working, your monthly payments might be reduced, depending on certain factors. However, this situation could be altered by a proposal known as the Labor Freedom Act for Elderly Persons. This bicameral bill, introduced by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Rep. Greg Murphy (R-N.C.), aims to remove […]
Paige Spiranac is creating a stir on social media with her new golf outfit, an Iowa fan loses her lunch, and crab hash.
Screencaps Takes a Look at Paige Spiranac’s Weekend This week starts with a glance at Paige Spiranac, who wrapped up her weekend at a startup golf event known as Grass League, touted as “The World’s First High Stakes Spur 3 Golf League.” Did I catch any of the action? Well, not really. I have my […]
Shooting suspect Cole Allen overwhelmed social media with anger towards Trump.
A teacher has been accused of trying to shoot at the White House Correspondents Dinner with the intention of targeting members of the Trump administration. Prior to the incident, Cole Allen, a 31-year-old Caltech graduate from California, had posted numerous anti-Trump messages on social media. Interestingly, it appears he favored the alternative platform Blue Sky […]
Former NYPD inspector cautions that social media is inciting political violence.
The recent incident involving a gunman attempting to breach the White House Correspondents’ Dinner serves as a troubling indicator of the increasing political violence fueled by social media, according to former New York City police inspector Paul Mauro. He expressed his views on a Sunday news program, drawing comparisons to the post-9/11 era, reminding viewers […]
Benefit reductions in Social Security are approaching, and President Donald Trump might have accelerated the timeline.
Social Security: A Lifeline for Retirees For many older workers, Social Security benefits are essential, not just a nice-to-have. It’s often an income that retirees cannot afford to live without. For almost 25 years, Gallup has been tracking retirees to assess their dependence on Social Security income. The findings are telling: between 80% to 90% […]
Houston Police Officer Ashley Gonzalez dismissed following alarming racist outburst on social media
A Houston police officer has been dismissed after her offensive social media posts sparked outrage. Officials described her comments as “deeply disturbing.” Officer Ashley Gonzalez was fired following scrutiny related to a video posted on Instagram. In this two-minute clip, she unleashed a barrage of 25 racial slurs aimed at a “black person.” The Houston […]
Social Media Content and a Spanish Campaign Advertisement Reveal John Cornyn’s Past Support for Amnesty
Republican Texas Senator John Cornyn is under fire this week as social media posts from his campaign staff and ads from his 2020 campaign resurface online. Cornyn aims to connect with Hispanic voters through a private Spanish-language TV ad titled “Tranquilo,” available on his campaign’s YouTube. In the ad, a Spanish-speaking voiceover states that Cornyn […]
Turkey Prohibits Social Media for Kids Below 15
Turkey Implements National Ban on Children’s Social Media Use On Wednesday, Turkey’s parliament enacted a significant national ban regarding social media usage among children. This move aligns with similar trends initiated in Australia. As of December 2025, Turkey has prohibited all social media platforms targeting individuals under the age of 15 from operating without stringent […]
Social Security Report Raises Alarm Over ‘Severe’ Reductions
Senate Democrats Highlight Issues with Social Security Administration Changes A report released by U.S. Senate Democrats has raised alarms about recent modifications within the Social Security Administration (SSA), suggesting they are negatively affecting seniors and individuals with disabilities. This comes despite the agency asserting that the reforms are enhancing customer service and President Donald Trump […]