Three significant changes to Social Security arriving in 2026
Social Security is approaching its 10th anniversary, having been established in 1935 with the signing of the Social Security Act by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Over the years, significant changes have been introduced, like the gradual increase in the full retirement age from 65 to 67. Looking ahead, there are several notable updates expected for […]
Dave Portnoy criticizes social media for being a ‘cesspool’ following an antisemitic incident
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recently criticized social media as a “cesspool” that encourages hate, following a disturbing anti-Semitic incident while he was filming a One Bite pizza review in Starkville, Mississippi. During a conversation on “My View with Lara Trump,” he recounted a moment when a child shouted, “They threw a bunch of coins […]
Spousal Social Security benefits could be only half of what the main earner receives, unless certain conditions are met.
Dear Liz: Next year, I’ll be turning 64 and my wife will be 62. I’m considering delaying my Social Security application until age 70 if I can. At my full retirement age of 67, I expect benefits of around $3,400, while my wife’s would be about $1,100. Even if she waits until 70 to apply, […]
Gen Z achieves lowest smoking rates ever, but social media poses a risk to this advancement
Recent statistics from the CDC and FDA indicate that smoking rates among Generation Z, primarily composed of middle and high school students, are expected to hit an unprecedented low in 2024. However, this positive trend seems to be at risk. “Overall, the number of smokers in the United States is decreasing,” noted Dr. Neil W. […]
Social Security will distribute payments on Wednesday, Nov. 19: here’s who will receive a check
Next Wednesday, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to announce some important details about benefit distributions. The upcoming payments will adhere to the agency’s schedule for November, impacting millions across the U.S. Who can expect their Social Security check on Wednesday, November 19th? Payments are directed to specific individuals. These include retirement benefits, Social […]
50 years later, the Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck becomes popular on social media
This fall, we’ve seen an unusual shift in trending topics online. Rather than the usual pumpkin spice lattes or football chatter, many are discussing shipwrecks from long ago. Social media is abuzz with posts and theories surrounding the 1975 sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a cargo ship that sank during a storm on Lake Superior. […]
Mamdani’s proposal for social workers to handle 911 calls appears unlikely to succeed.
New York City Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani’s Controversial Safety Plan Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor of New York City, has ambitious plans to replace police officers with social workers in response to 911 calls, despite a previous initiative facing challenges. The Behavioral Health Emergency Assistance and Response Division (B-HEARD) was started in 2021 but currently serves […]
Social Security will distribute payments on Wednesday, Nov. 19: here’s who will receive a check.
Social Security Benefit Payments Scheduled for Next Week The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to distribute benefits to specific recipients across the United States next week. This will follow the agency’s November 2025 distribution plan. Who Will Get Their Social Security Check on Wednesday, November 19th? On Wednesday, checks will be issued to a […]
Patriots jerseys receive positive feedback on social media
Patriots Unveil “Nor’easter” Uniforms Against Jets The New England Patriots showcased their new “Nor’easter” uniforms on Thursday night during their game against the New York Jets as part of the NFL’s “Rivals” initiative. The team donned “Storm Blue” jerseys, paired with white helmets and pants. Notably, the uniform featured six stars, symbolizing each state in […]
Zohran Mamdani advocates for social workers to answer 911 calls, but the trial program is already struggling.
Mamdani’s Community Safety Proposal Faces Scrutiny Mayor-elect Zoram Mamdani has proposed a plan to replace police responses to 911 calls with social workers. However, this approach has already seen a rocky implementation in New York City, specifically through the B-HEARD program, which hasn’t produced encouraging results. B-HEARD started in 2021 as a pilot project operating […]