Germany’s economics professors call for pension cuts
In an open letter, 22 prominent economics professors are calling for the complete withdrawal of the government’s pension…
Owl recovering after being rescued from concrete mixer in Utah
Concrete-covered great horned owl gets meticulous care A young great horned owl is recovering in Kanab, Utah, after…
Social Security 2026 COLA brings a historic raise for retirees
A history-making Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026 will lift nominal-dollar retired-worker checks well above the national…
Social Security benefits will increase soon. When COLA goes into effect
US to phase out most paper checks for federal benefits The federal government will begin phasing out paper…
Watch tiny alligator ‘moonwalk’ into Boston’s Charles River
Tiny gator rescued, treated after being found in Boston river An alligator, later named Charles, was safely captured…
Lost bird led to safety by quick-thinking couple
Watch flower lure lost hummingbird to safety A couple used a flower to lure a bird out of…
French parliament votes to suspend Macron’s controversial pensions reform – POLITICO
France is under pressure to cut its massive debt, and Lecornu has pledged to reduce the country’s budget…
Social Security COLA hike coming in 2026. What to know
Cost of living: How to calculate and compare The cost of living is the amount of money it…
Some won’t get Social Security check in November. See the schedule
Key milestones in government shutdown fast approaching The ongoing government shutdown may disrupt paychecks, Head Start programs and…
Why the 2026 Social Security COLA is not all good news
Retirees can expect a higher increase in 2026 than in 2025. Stefon Walters  | The Motley Fool How…
When are SSI checks sent out for November? See 2025 payment schedule
How the government shutdown is affecting Social Security This is what to know about Social Security payments during…
Europe lost its drive for humane animal transport. Denmark hasn’t. – POLITICO
Member countries have been at odds over how to handle transport in hot weather, the movement of young…