A study finds that New York has the highest dependence on social media.

“X” definitely marks the spot. New York, it seems, never really sleeps—not with so many of us glued to our smartphones. A recent study by a personal injury insurance firm suggests that New York is the state most addicted to social media in the country. The research indicated that the Empire State has the highest […]
False poll that embarrassed Karen Bass was part of ‘social experiment,’ organization says

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass recently shared enthusiastic news about a poll indicating she has a lead of 50% to 39% over City Councilmember Nitya Raman in the upcoming Nov. 3 mayoral runoff. She tweeted a photo of herself with the voting results graphic, stating, “We’re working, we’re showing up, and we’re gaining momentum. Let’s […]
New California law might alter children’s use of social media

In California, there might soon be some changes to how kids interact with social media, thanks to a couple of proposed bills aimed at reducing their addictive features. The bills, known as AB 1709 and AB 2, have reportedly made it through the state Senate Appropriations Committee and could land on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk […]
Trial on social media addiction at Meta starts with Zuckerberg set to give testimony

Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Social Media Addiction Meta Inc., the owner of popular social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, is gearing up for a court battle following a lawsuit initiated by several state attorneys general. They assert that the platform is not only addictive but also designed to mislead users about the associated […]
Mets join in on social media to tease Jayden Daniels over No. 5 jersey dispute with LSU

Jaden Daniels Makes Headlines Before Season Starts The regular season isn’t even underway, yet Jaden Daniels has already made waves. Recently, the New York Mets entered the conversation on social media, poking fun at Washington Commanders’ star quarterback. Earlier this month, Daniels sent a cease-and-desist letter to his former college, LSU, concerning the use of […]
Recognize the signs of Medicare and Social Security scams

Scams targeting Medicare and Social Security are increasingly targeting seniors by pretending to be trustworthy government programs. These deceitful tactics generate fear regarding benefits, health insurance, or legal issues. Scammers may reach out through various channels like phone calls, texts, emails, and social media, posing as representatives from benefits offices. The primary aim is generally […]
Amount Required in These 3 Monthly Dividend ETFs to Match Twice the Average Social Security Payment

How Much Do You Need in These 3 Monthly Dividend ETFs to Double Your Average Social Security Check? Following the 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment that started in January, the typical retired worker now receives about $2,071 each month from Social Security. To double this check, one would need to generate approximately $4,142 each month from other […]
Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, goes to court over youth social media addiction accusations from 29 states.

Meta’s Legal Battle Over Social Media Addiction Claims Meta Inc., the company founded by Mark Zuckerberg, has taken its fight to federal court against a coalition of 29 state attorneys general alleging that its platforms contribute to social media addiction among young people. The company, which manages popular apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, has […]
Older adults might experience a smaller increase in Social Security benefits following the recent inflation report.

Social Security Increases May Be Smaller for Seniors There might be smaller increases in social security benefits for older adults after the latest payment adjustments. This follows a recent inflation report that suggests the annual cost of living has seen a slight decrease. The consumer price index, which measures the cost of various goods and […]
New estimates for Social Security COLA emerge following updated inflation figures

Cheryl Casson has reviewed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report for July, and it seems to meet expectations. He noted that both energy and gasoline prices are declining, coinciding with rising stock futures and new economic data coming from the Labor Department. Social Security recipients might see a higher cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2027 […]