Ghiles Slamani

Ghiles Slamani

Master’s graduate in Automation and Industrial Computing, obtained in 2022, combining technical expertise with a passion for writing. I contribute to an economics website, where I connect technology, industry, and economic insights through clear, engaging content.

FDA Issues Recall for Coffee Due to Risk of Glass Contamination

The FDA has issued a nationwide recall for specific lots of instant coffee after reports surfaced of glass contamination. While no injuries have been reported, consumers are advised to check…

FDA Clover Valley Instant Coffee recall

Massive Cuts to Education Programs: How GOP’s New Proposal Impacts Student Loans

Republicans in Congress have proposed significant cuts to student loan and financial aid programs, potentially impacting millions of students. The proposal includes slashing funding to the Department of Education and…

Education Programs cut

Medicare 2026 Enrollment: Key Dates & How to Make the Right Choice

The countdown is on for Medicare 2026 enrollment, beginning next month. With key dates approaching, beneficiaries need to act fast to review their plans and make the necessary adjustments for…

Medicare 2026 Enrollment

California Artists Receive $10.2K in Monthly Payments to Fuel Creative Careers

California is rolling out a new initiative to support its local artists with monthly payments amounting to $10,200 over the next year. The Creative Growth Fellowship Programme is designed to…

California payments

SNAP Benefits Increase in October 2025: How Much Will You Get?

In October 2025, SNAP benefits will see an increase, offering more financial support for eligible households. This adjustment comes as part of the USDA's yearly update. The new amounts will…

US SNAP increase

Labour Day 2025: Top Sales and Discounts You Can’t Miss Today

Labour Day 2025 is here, bringing some of the year’s best sales across a wide range of categories. From major discounts on fashion to unbeatable deals on home appliances and…

Labour Day 2025 discounts

2026 COLA Set for 2.7% Increase, According to Senior Citizens League Forecast

The Senior Citizens League has increased its forecast for the 2026 Social Security COLA to 2.7%, giving retirees a boost amid rising inflation. This adjustment helps preserve the purchasing power…

COLA 2026 increase

SNAP Florida: Who Gets Their Payments in the First Week of September 2025?

As Florida prepares to roll out SNAP payments this September, many recipients are watching the calendar closely. Distribution dates depend on a detail few fully understand — two digits buried…

SNAP Florida payments september

Trump Announces Sweeping Voter ID Mandate via Executive Order

President Donald Trump has announced a major new push to enforce voter ID laws across all 50 states through an executive order. The directive also aims to eliminate nearly all…

Trump Voter ID Mandate via Executive Order

Affordable Homes at Risk as Trump Seeks to Cut Key Rural Housing Program

A long-standing housing grant that has helped thousands of families own homes in rural America could soon disappear. The programme’s removal is part of Donald Trump’s latest budget proposal, sparking…

Trump rural homes program cut

SNAP Benefits for Seniors: How Social Security Recipients Can Qualify for Monthly Food Assistance

As grocery prices rise, many older Americans living on Social Security are turning to SNAP for relief. This federal programme provides monthly support, but qualifying can depend on specific income…

SNAP Benefits for Seniors

$600 COLA Payment in September? What Social Security Beneficiaries Should Know

A wave of online claims suggests a $600 Social Security payment is due in September, linked to the 2025 COLA rise. The story has sparked hope—and confusion—among SSI recipients.

$600 COLA Payment

How Medicaid Cuts Are Threatening Rural Healthcare Access Nationwide

Rural communities are on the edge as significant cuts to Medicaid funding threaten the survival of local hospitals. These closures could leave residents with fewer healthcare options, with some forced…

Medicaid Cuts Rural Healthcare Access

2026 Social Security COLA Might Be Bigger, But Retirees Shouldn’t Celebrate Just Yet

While the Social Security COLA for 2026 is projected to be higher than usual, retirees shouldn’t expect much relief. Despite a boost, inflation in healthcare, housing, and transportation is outpacing…

COLA 2026 increase

Tariffs Begin to Bite as US Parents Face Rising Costs for School Supplies

As the new school year approaches, a subtle economic shift is taking shape in American retail aisles. Families across the country are adjusting their budgets as tariffs begin to influence…

US back to school tariffs

Why Electricity Bills Are Spiking Across the U.S.—And What’s Driving the Surge in Certain States

Americans in several states are seeing steep increases in their electricity bills—but it’s not just about hot weather or politics. Behind the numbers lies a complex grid of rising demand,…

Electricity Bills rise

FDA Issues Second Frozen Shrimp Recall Over Possible Radioactive Contamination

The FDA has expanded its recall of frozen shrimp products due to potential radioactive contamination. The issue involves Cs-137, a radioactive substance, which could pose serious health risks if consumed.…

FDA frozen shrimp recall

What Happens to Your Student Loans If You Move Abroad?

Relocating overseas doesn’t free you from student loan repayments—especially if they’re federal. Despite the distance, U.S. laws still apply, and missed payments can trigger serious consequences. But there are legal…

Student Loans abroad

Noodle Recall Alert: FDA Issues Urgent Risk Warning for Soy-Allergic Consumers

Kobayashi Noodle USA has recalled thousands of noodle cases in California after a labelling mistake failed to disclose soy as an ingredient. The U.S. FDA has classified the recall as…

Noodle Recall Alert

FDA Issues Highest Risk Warning for Bread Recall Over Undeclared Egg Allergen

The FDA has announced a Class I risk warning for a recall of multiple bread products linked to an undeclared egg allergen. The recall affects products sold across several states,…

FDA bread Recall Alert

Medicaid Purge: Who Will Be Affected by the US Government’s Eligibility Crackdown?

The US government is cracking down on ineligible Medicaid enrollees by requiring stricter documentation. Undocumented immigrants and those with unclear immigration status are most at risk. Critics argue the move…

US Medicaid crackdown

Texas Rolls Out New Driver’s License With Anti-Fraud Tech and Fresh Look

A quiet update with notable implications. Texas has introduced a new driver’s licence designed to enhance fraud prevention and identity verification. The updated format incorporates advanced security features and a…

Texas New Driver’s License

Trump Administration Proposes Blocking Student Debt Relief for Some Public Service Workers

The Trump administration’s latest proposal could change the landscape of student debt relief for public service workers. If enacted, this rule would exclude employees of organisations involved in illegal activities…

Trump Administration Student Debt

Spousal Social Security Benefits: What You Need to Know About Eligibility

Spousal Social Security benefits provide crucial financial support for many couples, but eligibility can be complex. If you’re married or divorced, you might be entitled to claim based on your…

Spousal Social Security Benefits

PSLF Program Stuck in Backlog: 72,730 Applications at Risk of Delay

As thousands of borrowers wait for their Public Service Loan Forgiveness applications to be processed, the backlog grows to over 72,000. The PSLF Buyback program, which allows public sector workers…

PSLF Program backlog

Energy Bill Crisis Hits Hard as Georgia Sees $300 Monthly Hikes Amid Record Heat

As sweltering summer heat grips parts of the U.S., residents in states like Georgia are facing unprecedented energy bill hikes. Some have reported shocking increases, with bills soaring by $300…

US energy bill hike

FDA Issues Risk Warning on 2 Million MadeGood Granola Bars Amid Metal Contamination

The FDA has raised the risk level of a recall affecting over 2 million MadeGood granola bars due to potential metal contamination. Though no injuries have been reported, the recall…

MadeGood Granola Bars fda recall

Social Security in Crisis: 7 in 10 Americans Fear It Won’t Be There at Retirement

Social Security has long been the bedrock of American retirement, but public confidence is rapidly eroding. A growing number of adults now expect to see reduced benefits—or none at all—by…

Social Security Retirement

Veterans with 18 Months of Service: What You Get Under Chapter 33 GI Bill in 2025

In 2025, thousands of veterans may qualify for valuable education aid—even without a full three years of active duty. Chapter 33 of the Post-9/11 GI Bill provides partial benefits based…

Veterans Chapter 33 GI Bill

US Housing Market Swings to Buyers as Price Cuts Surge Across Key States

America’s housing market is no longer a seller’s paradise. As mortgage rates stay high and inventory climbs, a growing share of homes are selling for less than their listed price.…

US Housing Market

Student Loan Borrowers in Connecticut Can Claim Up to $20,000: Here’s How

Starting this Friday, Connecticut reopens its student loan reimbursement program, offering up to $20,000 in relief for qualified borrowers. The program’s expanded eligibility now includes more residents, including those affected…

Connecticut Student Loan

How Trump’s ‘Zero Tax’ Plan Could Provide Major Relief to Seniors

Trump’s “zero tax” proposal aims to shield the majority of seniors from paying federal taxes on their Social Security benefits. While many retirees stand to gain, critics warn that the…

Seniors social security relief

Rent Prices Soar in These US Cities: Here’s Where the Biggest Increases Are

As rental prices rise across the US, certain cities are experiencing the sharpest increases. According to a recent Redfin report, areas like San Jose and Chicago are seeing substantial rent…

Rent Prices US Cities

2025 VA Disability Rates Revealed: What Veterans Can Expect Based on Their Rating

The VA has released its updated disability compensation rates for 2025, providing monthly, tax-free payments to eligible veterans. Tied to service-connected conditions, these rates have been adjusted in line with…

2025 VA Disability Rates

Wegmans Recalls Cheeses Over Listeria Concerns, FDA Warns Ten States Affected

A popular supermarket chain has pulled several cheeses from shelves following a federal food safety warning. Although no illnesses have been confirmed, the FDA is advising caution for consumers in…

Wegmans recall

Medicare Drug Plan Premiums May Spike in 2026 — What’s Behind the Surge

Millions of Medicare enrollees could soon face rising prescription drug costs, with some premiums jumping by as much as $50. Behind the increase is a complex mix of policy changes,…

US medicare rise

CBO Warns 2.4 Million Could Lose Food Stamps Under Expanded Work Rules in Trump-Backed Law

Millions of Americans could lose access to food assistance as sweeping changes to work requirements take effect. According to the CBO, the new law may significantly alter eligibility for parents,…

CBO SNAP warning

SSA Announces Major Change to Disability Benefits Program

The Social Security Administration has introduced a significant update to its Compassionate Allowances program, aimed at speeding up disability claim approvals. Thirteen new medical conditions have been added to the…

SSA disability benefits program change

US Veterans Healthcare Hit by Loss of Thousands of Core Medical Staff Under Trump, Records Reveal

The US veterans healthcare system has been hit by the loss of thousands of mission-critical doctors, nurses and specialists since Donald Trump took office. Internal records point to worsening shortages…

US Veterans Healthcare

Social Security Payments up to $5,108 Hitting Bank Accounts This Week

Millions of Americans will see their Social Security benefits arrive this week, and for some, the payout will be among the largest possible in 2025. The timing of these payments…

Social Security Payments

Social Security Payments Could Be Cut as Trump Administration Plans Garnishment Restart This Summer

A major shift in federal debt collection could soon hit the pockets of America’s retirees. The Trump administration is preparing to resume Social Security garnishment for certain borrowers, a move…

Trump Social Security

Deadly Weather Outbreak Races East, Sparking ‘Ring of Fire’ Threat

A deadly outbreak of severe weather has left four people dead and caused widespread destruction across the Midwest. Now, forecasters warn the same powerful system is heading east, bringing with…

US Weather Outbreak

Marijuana Reclassification Under Consideration by Trump, Report Says

A recent report suggests Donald Trump is exploring the idea of downgrading marijuana’s status under federal law, a move that could unlock new opportunities for medical research and boost the…

Trump Marijuana Reclassification

US Unemployment Claims Hit Highest Level Since 2021, Signalling Labour Market Strain

Unemployment in the United States has reached its highest level since the pandemic, with nearly two million people now claiming benefits. The increase reflects a cooling job market where finding…

US Unemployment Highest Level

Trump Unveils New AI Search Engine in Partnership With Controversial Tech Firm

Donald Trump’s media company has launched an AI-powered search engine inside Truth Social, developed with the tech firm Perplexity. While the move could reshape how the platform delivers information, it…

Trump New AI Search

Honey Recall Expands Nationwide After Contamination Warning From FDA

A trusted name in honey has pulled select products from shelves across the U.S. after a potential contamination scare. The FDA has stepped in, classifying the recall as a moderate…

Queen Bee Gardens honey recall

Gifford Fire Explodes Past 80,000 Acres as Mandatory Evacuations Widen Across California

The Gifford Fire continues to spread rapidly, consuming more than 80,000 acres in Southern California. Thousands are under evacuation orders as the blaze threatens homes and air quality deteriorates. Authorities…

Gifford Fire in Southern California

School Shopping Costs Soar: Smart Ways to Save Big This Year

As families prepare for the new school year, rising prices on supplies are creating pressure for parents nationwide. Yet many are finding ways to fight back, from early shopping to…

Back to school shopping

Social Security’s 2026 COLA Update: How Much Benefits Could Rise and Why It May Still Fall Short

The updated forecast for Social Security's 2026 COLA points to a modest increase in benefits. Yet many experts warn that rising housing and healthcare costs could outpace these adjustments. As…

COLA 2026

Electricity Bills Surge: See Which States Are Paying the Most

Electricity costs are climbing across the U.S., and some states are feeling it more than others. A mix of extreme heat and data center growth is reshaping power demand and…

US electricity bills