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A new proposal, the American Worker Rebate Act, would send at least $600 to every adult and dependent child — up to $2,400 for a family of four — pending approval in Congress. Introduced by Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri in late July 2025, the plan would deliver tariff rebate checks similar to pandemic-era payments. … Read more
The move directs the Labor Department and SEC to revisit rule interpretations. It could open 401(k)s to private equity, private credit, real estate, and crypto. On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order to let alternative assets into 401(k) retirement accounts. Federal rules currently discourage most defined-contribution plans from using such assets—often seen as a … Read more
12-month plan targets B1/B2 overstays; entries limited to three airports. Bonds of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 are payable via Pay.gov only after consular instruction. The United States will launch a pilot on August 20, 2025 requiring certain B1/B2 visitor visa applicants from Malawi and Zambia to post a refundable bond of up to $15,000. The … Read more
Americans who received notice from Apria Healthcare about the 2019 data breach have limited time to claim reimbursement for out-of-pocket losses. Specific documentation is required, and self-prepared notes may only support other proof. The deadline is fast approaching. Apria Healthcare, which provides services such as oxygen therapy, sleep apnea care, and wound treatment, has agreed … Read more
Minor children—and in some cases grandchildren—may qualify for monthly support when a parent receives benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Here’s what families should know right now. If you’re a Social Security beneficiary, your dependents may be eligible for a monthly payment. This generally covers children who are minors, some students in high school, … Read more
Relief checks and direct deposits begin August 15, 2025, with the IRS overseeing distribution for most taxpayers, including Social Security and SSI recipients. American households facing higher prices could see quick help. The $2,000 Economic Relief Package 2025 will send payments by direct deposit and mailed checks, with no separate application required for most eligible … Read more
A 2025 study from Northwestern Mutual finds the comfort target rising since 2020, while savings and confidence lag. U.S. adults now estimate they need $1.26 million to retire comfortably by age 65, according to Northwestern Mutual Financial Planning and Life Insurance Company’s annual research. That target has climbed from 2020, when Americans expected to need … Read more
Warren Buffett once told CNBC that buying a primary home—and even scooping up distressed houses with 30‑year mortgages to rent—could be a standout move for hands‑on investors. In 2025, higher borrowing costs and pricier listings complicate that plan, but the core lesson still resonates. In brief: mortgage rates now sit above 6.7% and typical home … Read more
Se están implementando pruebas obligatorias de impacto lateral y las familias deben consultar las etiquetas y los sitios web de las marcas para ver si su modelo ya cumple con los nuevos criterios. Las autoridades han tomado medidas para subsanar una deficiencia de seguridad bien conocida: las normas federales se han centrado en los choques … Read more
Peachtree Rock sighting signals conservation success and renewed hope for threatened species. It has taken half a century, but the rare red-cockaded woodpecker has finally been spotted again in Peachtree Rock Heritage Preserve outside Columbia, South Carolina. The surprise comeback underscores how targeted habitat work can pull a species back from the brink—and why locals … Read more
Owners cite need for family time as heartfelt Facebook post confirms closure. It’s the kind of headline no Augusta resident wanted to read: John Sullivan’s, the Irish-style bar on Bridge Street once known as the Black and Tan, is closing its doors for good. In a brief Facebook message, the owners thanked patrons for “years … Read more
Seniors and people with disabilities will soon need in-person help for tasks once handled by phone, even as staffing levels fall. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is about to make routine business anything but routine. Beginning in mid-August, beneficiaries who want to update an address, check a claim, or request a tax form by phone … Read more
Stretch your check without shrinking your lifestyle—these three expat hotspots show how. If you’re counting on your monthly check to do the heavy lifting, you’re not alone—yet American retirees burn through about $5,000 a month. So, where can a typical benefit of $2,005.05 stretch twice as far without skimping on comfort? For recipients willing to … Read more
Workers born after 1958 face a higher full retirement age, smaller early-claim checks, and—even more unsettling—a Capitol Hill debate over pushing the bar to 69. For millions thinking “I’ll file at 65 and call it a day,” the calendar just shifted. Beginning in 2025, Americans born in 1959 must wait until 66 years 10 months … Read more
Commission vote could swap clandestine booze vendors for age-checked kiosks and fresh city revenue. Under the proposal, legal wine, beer and champagne could flow from Lummus Park to 21st Street for 12 months, but only between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Residents and tourists alike would see stricter ID checks and more visible security, while … Read more
At nearly 90, the two-time Oscar winner says ditching sweets—and all that packaged junk—keeps him dancing on social media and wards off cognitive decline. Welsh actor and producer Anthony Hopkins has never been shy about reinvention. Yet his latest transformation may be the boldest: a clean break with added sugar, ultra-processed food, and alcohol that, … Read more
New aluminum fence panel system aims to replace rooftop arrays and slash home energy bills. Homeowners eager to cut electricity costs but short on roof space now have another option: a modular photovoltaic fence that generates up to 2 kW while doubling as a property boundary. Developed by Spanish manufacturer Closura, the “Plug & Play” … Read more
Guaranteed income pilot aims to cut child poverty while boosting financial skills. Parents and guardians in Sacramento County now have a fresh lifeline: the Family First Economic Support Pilot (FFESP) pays $725 a month and bundles in free coaching and community links. Sacramento officials say the program was designed to blunt stubborn child-poverty rates and … Read more
The tax agency’s announcement means eligible Americans will not need to file extra paperwork, while New York homeowners may collect separate STAR payments of up to $1,500. The Internal Revenue Service has confirmed a fresh round of $1,400 direct payments—welcome news for households still grappling with higher prices. Deposits will start landing later this month … Read more
Cracked fuel injectors in 1.5-liter EcoBoost engines trigger nationwide safety action, with notices due August 18-22 Ford Motor Company is pulling 694,000 of its most popular small SUVs out of driveways and dealer lots after regulators tied cracked fuel injectors to eight under-hood fires. The recall, ordered jointly with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration … Read more