Ghiles Slamani
Social Security 2027: What The Latest Inflation Report Could Mean For Your Benefits
Social Security recipients could receive a larger cost-of-living adjustment in 2027 after new inflation data showed that consumer prices remained elevated in July. The Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage…
34 States Have Eliminated This Social Security Tax: Is Yours One Of Them?
A long-running practice involving Social Security benefits for foster children is being rolled back across much of the country. Thirty-four states and the District of Columbia have now ended or…
Global Oil Stocks Just Fell Below a Key Level as Supply Disruptions Intensify
Global oil inventories are falling faster than previously expected as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran disrupts production and shipping in the Persian Gulf. The International Energy Agency…
Medicare Cuts Are Hitting Popular Extras Seniors Have Come to Rely On
Medicare Advantage plans are changing as insurers scale back some of the extras seniors have grown used to. Core coverage remains widely available, but shifts in popular perks are giving…
USDA Issues Beef Recall After Imported Products Miss Required Inspection
Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina are being recalled after the products entered the United States without undergoing required import reinspection. The recall involves several cuts of…
One Social Security Reform Could Shift the Tax Burden Away From Everyday Workers
Social Security faces a funding problem that could eventually force changes affecting both workers and retirees. One proposal attracting support from both Democrats and Republicans would remove the limit on…
USPS Warns Major Service Changes Could Hit Americans After the New Year
The United States Postal Service has warned that thousands of post offices could close and service levels could be reduced if Congress does not approve legislative and financial changes aimed…
USCIS Prepares Major Application Change for Green Cards, Citizenship and Asylum
The US government is preparing a shift towards mandatory online filing for green cards, citizenship, asylum and other immigration benefits. A new Department of Homeland Security rule would give US…
Powerful Storms Slam the Midwest, Leaving Tornado Damage and Flooded Streets
Severe storms hit Illinois as heat alerts and wildfires affect millions across the U.S. Tornado reports, flooding and power outages disrupted parts of the Midwest, while dangerous heat and wildfire…
Major Meat Recall: These Pastrami and Corned Beef Products May Be Contaminated with Listeria
More than 3,200 pounds of pastrami and corned beef recalled over possible Listeria contamination. City Foods products were distributed nationwide after reaching foodservice locations in three states
Social Security Could Run Into Trouble Sooner Than Many Americans Expect
America’s Social Security retirement trust fund is on course to become insolvent by 2032, a point that could force a 22 percent reduction in benefits for retirees. According to the…
More Than 2,000 Baby Toy Units Recalled After Choking Report
A silicone teething toy sold online for babies has been recalled after federal safety regulators determined that its pull strings could reach the back of a child’s throat and become…
Medicare Advantage Benefits Could Look Very Different as New Restrictions Take Hold
Federal officials are narrowing the range of extra benefits that Medicare Advantage plans can offer after years of broad flexibility that allowed insurers to cover everything from groceries and gym…
Immigration Rules Just Got Tougher for Green Card Applicants, Here’s What Changed
US immigration authorities have restored officers’ discretion to deny certain immigration benefit applications when required evidence is missing at the time of filing. The policy, which took effect on August…
New IRS Paid Leave Rules Are Here, Millions of Workers Could Be Affected
The Trump administration has issued new federal guidance expanding a tax credit for employers that provide paid family and medical leave, making the incentive permanent and broadening the ways businesses…
Trump’s Head Start Overhaul Could Reshape a Program Serving 700,000 Children
The Trump administration has proposed a broad rewrite of the rules governing Head Start, the federally funded early education program serving more than 700,000 children from low-income families each year.…
Medicaid Cuts Map Reveals the States Facing the Biggest Enrollment Losses by 2028
New federal Medicaid rules are projected to reduce enrollment among adults covered through the Affordable Care Act expansion, with the largest numerical declines expected in states such as California and…
Medicare Part D Shake-Up: Why Some Seniors May Soon Pay More Every Month
The Trump administration has announced that it will end the Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration, a temporary program that helped reduce prescription drug plan premiums in 2025 and 2026.…
A Proposed Wage Change Could Transform Overtime Pay Across America
A proposal before Congress could bring one of the largest changes to overtime wage rules in decades, with millions of workers potentially receiving more for every extra hour they put…
Student Loan Relief Expands as 170,000 Borrowers Become Eligible for Debt Cancellation
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for more than 170,000 student loan borrowers to receive automatic debt cancellation after rejecting the U.S. Department of Education’s request to delay…
Congress Finally Takes Up the Social Security Crisis, but Avoids the Biggest Question
Lawmakers are beginning to address the financial challenges facing Social Security, but a Senate hearing this week focused more on how to organize the debate than on specific solutions. With…
Trump Takes New Action on Gasoline Prices as Drivers Wait for Cheaper Fuel
The Trump administration is preparing another move to reduce pressure on gasoline prices by extending a temporary waiver of the Jones Act, a century-old shipping law that limits how goods…
Chipotle Pulls Key Ingredient Nationwide as Salmonella Investigation Deepens
Chipotle has removed jalapeños from its restaurants across the United States after the ingredient was identified as a possible source of a salmonella outbreak under investigation. The move comes as…
Millions of Veterans Could Avoid Costly Medicare Mistakes Under New House Proposal
A newly introduced House bill would require the federal government to give veterans clearer information about how Department of Veterans Affairs health care interacts with Medicare. The proposal focuses on…
Bernie Sanders’ $2,400 Social Security Proposal Takes Aim at a Growing Retirement Crisis
Bernie Sanders is urging Congress to consider a new Social Security plan aimed at increasing benefits and extending the program’s finances. The proposal targets higher earners, but its future depends…
2027 Social Security COLA Warning: What Millions Of Seniors Need To Know Now
A new survey from The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) highlights growing concerns among older Americans who rely on Social Security as a major source of income. The group found that…
FDA Announces Class I Recalls Involving Ventilators and Cardiac Procedure Equipment
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has classified two medical device actions as Class I recalls involving certain ResMed Astral ventilators and Abiomed 14Fr Low Profile Introducer Kits. The agency…
NHTSA Raises Alarm over Ford Defect That May Leave Vehicles Losing Power on the Road
The U.S. auto safety regulator has upgraded an investigation into around 135,000 older Ford vehicles after finding a potential risk of engine power loss linked to timing belt failures. The…
Medicaid Enrollees Face New Reporting Rules as the First Coverage Losses Begin
Medicaid’s new work rules are no longer just a policy debate, they are beginning to affect people’s coverage decisions. As states launch the changes, questions remain over how patients will…
Over 138,000 Toddler Stool Products Recalled After Serious Safety Risks Emerge
More than 138,000 toddler stool products sold online have been recalled following reports of tip-overs, collapses, and injuries. Federal safety officials say the affected models pose serious hazards for young…
The Surprising Trend Sending Graduates Back to Their Childhood Bedrooms
An increasing share of young college graduates in the United States are returning to live with their parents after finishing school, reflecting persistent challenges in the entry-level job market despite…
The Social Security Rule Many Retirees Get Wrong Could Shrink Their Lifetime Benefits
Delaying Social Security until age 70 increases monthly payments, but that strategy does not automatically produce the highest lifetime benefit. The outcome depends largely on how long a person collects…
More Than 5,000 Blood Thinner Cartons Recalled as FDA Reports Quality Problem
A voluntary recall has been issued for three lots of generic dabigatran etexilate capsules distributed in the United States after routine stability testing found impurity levels above approved limits. The…
Could Trump Accounts Put Millions of Future Disability Benefits at Risk?
A federal savings program designed to help children build wealth could create an unexpected problem for some disabled participants when they reach adulthood. Trump Account balances may become countable assets…
Thousands Cut off from SNAP May Soon Receive a Surprise $400 Payment
Illinois will provide a one-off payment of $400 for each eligible household member who lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits under expanded federal work rules. The payments will be…
El Niño Threat Grows as Forecasters Identify the States Most at Risk This Winter
A developing El Niño in the tropical Pacific is expected to strengthen through the second half of 2026, raising the prospect of a rare event that could rank among the…
Treasury Yields Surge as Fed Holds Rates, Triggering New Inflation Fears
US government borrowing costs climbed to their highest level in almost two decades after the Federal Reserve decided to keep its main interest rate unchanged, raising questions in financial markets…
Medicare Change Could Open New Mental Health Care Options for Millions of Seniors
A bipartisan proposal in the U.S. Senate would change how some Medicare beneficiaries access psychological services. The Increasing Mental Health Options Act of 2026 aims to remove physician approval requirements…
Borrowers Face New Student Loan Confusion after Payment Calculation Failure
Thousands of federal student loan borrowers have been instructed to submit new income-driven repayment (IDR) applications after a processing error resulted in inaccurate monthly payment calculations. The Department of Education…
Millions of Medicare Seniors Face a New Cost Shift after Subsidy Decision
The program helped reduce prescription drug plan costs for millions of seniors. Its termination after 2026 could lead some Medicare Part D beneficiaries to pay higher monthly premiums.
FDA Announces Recall of Allergy Medication Over Potential Contamination Risk
A nationwide FDA recall is affecting specific allergy medication lots sold across the United States. The tablets may contain an unintended ingredient, prompting consumers to check their bottles. Health officials…
SSI Checks Are Changing Schedule This Month, Here’s When Payments Will Be Sent
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will reach eligible recipients across the United States this week, with the Social Security Administration (SSA) scheduling the distribution for Friday, July 31. The payment…
Trump’s SNAP Overhaul Is Taking Effect, And States Are Already Feeling the Pressure
Federal reforms to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are beginning to reshape how states administer food assistance, while millions of recipients are already seeing reduced benefits or losing eligibility.…
Student Loan Forgiveness Is Changing Again as Repayment Updates Reshape 2026
Borrowers are entering August 2026 with updated repayment rules, revised eligibility standards for some new federal loans, and continued access to several long-standing loan forgiveness programs. Changes introduced in July…
New Medicaid Work Requirements Could Hit Adults With Serious Health Limits Hardest
Millions of Medicaid enrollees could face coverage loss under expanded work requirements. New research suggests the people most at risk are also more likely to report serious physical, mental, and…
Gas Prices Are Climbing Again as a New Crisis Puts More Pressure on American Wallets
Gas prices climbed across the United States this week as fighting involving Iran continued, adding fresh concerns about household expenses. At the same time, Americans are still facing elevated grocery…
Millions of Veterans Face a Silent Struggle That Begins With One Unasked Question
Women veterans are now the fastest-growing segment of the veteran population, yet many face challenges after service. Health experts warn that missed conversations about military history can affect medical care,…
New U.S. Tariffs Are Here, and Major Trading Partners Are Responding
The United States has introduced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, replacing a temporary global levy that expired on Friday. The measures affect…
Could You Qualify for the Maximum Social Security Benefit? Here’s How to Find Out
The maximum Social Security retirement benefit is available only to workers who meet specific earnings and retirement-age requirements. While many Americans can claim benefits as early as age 62, the…
Oil Climbs Sharply as Two Key Shipping Routes Face Growing Disruption
Oil is approaching the $100 mark after fresh attacks targeted tankers in the Red Sea, raising concerns over key shipping routes and global energy supplies. Markets are reacting to renewed…
