The 2027 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is still 7 months away. Here’s what to consider if you’re facing difficulties right now.
Seniors and Social Security Adjustments Seniors saw a 2.8% boost in their Social Security benefits, effective January, although it hasn’t fully met expectations. By April 2026, the average monthly retirement benefit settles at around $2,081. There’s hope that the COLA might increase further in 2027, and some believe their hopes might actually pan out. Still, […]
Actress Ilana Glazer criticizes women’s sports advocate Riley Gaines, saying, ‘You’re simply taking money.’
Ilana Glazer Critiques Riley Gaines Ilana Glazer, an Emmy Award winner, recently took issue with Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer who has become known for her anti-trans activism. In a podcast released on Thursday, Glazer and her guest Matt Bernstein shared sharp critiques of Gaines, labeling her part of a harsh right-wing movement. Bernstein, […]
Actress Marcia Gay Harden Criticizes Moms Who Don’t Support Their Gay Kids: ‘You’re Missing Out on a Wonderful Life’
Marcia Gay Harden’s Impassioned Plea for Acceptance Oscar-winning actress Marcia Gay Harden took the stage at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s “A Place We Call Home” dinner on Saturday to voice her criticism of parents who struggle to accept their gay children. With all three of her children identifying as gay or part of the […]
Student takes action against unsettling school board member who remarked on her looks: ‘You’re all cowards’
A high school senior in Tennessee expressed her outrage during a school board meeting after being subjected to inappropriate comments from a board member. Hannah Campbell took aim at Keith Irvin, calling out the “cowards” who didn’t defend her and her boyfriend. Her passionate speech on Thursday came about a month after Irvin approached her […]
Matt Mahan Criticizes Tom Steyer: ‘He Believes You’re Foolish’ in California Governor Race
San Jose Mayor Criticizes Tom Steyer’s Gubernatorial Bid San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan intensified his criticism of fellow Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer, accusing the billionaire and former hedge fund manager of attempting to leverage his wealth to secure the California governorship. This comes despite Mahan’s previous statements that seem to contradict Steyer’s current political […]
Tennessee school board member reprimanded for telling student ‘you’re attractive’
Tennessee School Board Member Faces Backlash Over Comment to Student A school board member in Tennessee is under fire after calling a high school student “hot” during a recent public meeting. The incident occurred on April 2nd, when Washington County School Board member Keith Irvin made the comment while addressing a student board member right […]
Staff members remain loyal to Kristi Noem but lose their jobs after accompanying her to a new position: ‘You’re obviously not welcome’
Noem’s Staff Cut as Scandals Unfold Sources have indicated that at least three of Kristi Noem’s dedicated staff members were dismissed after they moved with her to a new position at the State Department, following her removal from the Department of Homeland Security. The three former aides, True Hemenway, Josh King, and Octavian Miller, were […]
6 indicators that you’re reliant on your phone and 3 ways to begin a ‘digital detox’
When blue light starts to signal health concerns, it’s definitely time for some changes. Heavy use of cell phones can lead to various physical issues like headaches, eye fatigue, and pain in the hands and wrists from prolonged use. More critically, excessive phone use can exacerbate mental health challenges. Nearly half of Americans claim to […]
Unsettling school board member comments to student, ‘Wow, you’re attractive’
A member of a Tennessee school board has drawn significant backlash after making an inappropriate comment to a student during a meeting. Keith Irvin, the Washington County Clerk, remarked that a senior girl was “hot” and asked her where she attended school, prompting nervous laughter in the room. During a livestreamed meeting on Thursday, he […]
Comedian Chelsea Handler Criticizes Marriage as ‘Old-Fashioned,’ Remarks ‘You’re Sort of Property’
Comedian and Democratic activist Chelsea Handler criticized marriage, calling it “outdated” and “a really stupid idea,” emphasizing that her top priority is “freedom.” She described marriage as feeling like “a bit of an asset.” Handler mentioned on the Angie Martinez IRL podcast that she’s not particularly drawn to having a partner. “To grab my attention, […]