Millions of Americans will make crucial filing choices next year, and the size of each future check hinges on understanding the rules that the Social Security Administration (SSA) rarely explains in plain English. If you plan to claim benefits soon, the guide below walks you through the deadlines, dollar figures, and pitfalls that could shrink—or … Read more
Frequent gabapentin use tied to higher dementia risk in back‑pain patients— younger adults see greatest jump in cognitive decline A new nationwide study warns that chronic low back pain patients who repeatedly refill gabapentin prescriptions face a measurable uptick in dementia and mild cognitive impairment, with the steepest climb among people under 65. Researchers reviewed 52,832 … Read more
A former Orange County language teacher has traded her Laguna Woods lease for a cabin on the Villa Vie Odyssey, the self‑described first “perpetual” cruise ship. The 15‑year commitment, she says, keeps her budget lean while someone else does the chores. Lane’s floating address underscores how far California’s cost of living has drifted from many retirement budgets. How a … Read more
The beloved in‑route music buttons have vanished without warning, and drivers are not amused. In a quiet update that’s causing loud frustration, Google has removed the in‑route media playback toggle from Maps for Android, leaving commuters without the one‑tap way to skip songs or podcasts. Assistant Driving Mode vanished earlier this year, taking its rich … Read more
A record‑setting cache in Hunan could hold 1,100 tonnes—about $83 billion in bullion—shaking markets from Shanghai to New York. China’s Geological Bureau of Hunan Province has revealed the kind of figure prospectors dream about: up to 1,100 tonnes of gold resting beneath the Wangu field in Pingjiang County. That haul, locked in more than 40 veins traced as deep as … Read more
New customers have just a few weeks to snag the cash before the promotion expires. Americans looking for an easy cash boost can still pocket $200 from M&T Bank, but the clock is ticking—applications must be completed by Thursday, July 31. The reward is tied to the bank’s MyChoice Premium checking account and hinges on meeting … Read more
A calm but firm “no” shared on Reddit has travelers applauding and wondering where the line really is for etiquette in the sky. The internet loves determined travelers. On July 15, Reddit user u/Stealthytom told r/delta how a first-class passenger politely refused to switch her premium seat so a friend could sit closer. The post, … Read more
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is opening its wallet to staff up United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), rolling out pay boosts and fresh incentives as it looks to add 10,000 agents in the next four years. The move follows a reconciliation bill championed by former President Donald Trump that nearly triples ICE’s annual … Read more
A chance discovery near Nosy Boraha tells a swashbuckling story of storm damage, ruthless raiders, and a trove worth today’s fortune. The long‑lost Nossa Senhora do Cabo—Our Lady of the Cape—has finally been identified on the Indian Ocean seafloor, ending centuries of mystery about one of history’s boldest pirate hijackings. After weeks of careful dives, archaeologists from the Center for Historic Shipwreck Preservation … Read more
The Kroger‑owned chain says the underperforming stores will shut by early August, but every employee will be offered a transfer instead of a pink slip. In a strategic trim that spares its workforce, Harris Teeter confirmed it will shutter five supermarkets across three mid‑Atlantic states between July 20 and August 4. The Charlotte‑based grocer, part of Kroger since … Read more
New bipartisan blueprint aims to avert a 23 percent benefit cut by redirecting part of the trust fund into stocks and bonds. The Social Security Board of Trustees warns that the Old‑Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) reserve will run dry by 2033, slicing benefits to 77 percent of today’s promise. Senators Bill Cassidy (R‑La.) and Tim Kaine (D‑Va.) think … Read more
Fresh federal data confirm a yawning productivity gap, raising new questions about the future of flexible work. Office managers who suspected couch‑based coworkers were “working‑ish” were onto something. The latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show on‑site staff average 7.79 hours per day, while colleagues at home put in just 5.14—a 2.65‑hour shortfall that … Read more
Starting July 7, the pizza chain is bundling fan favorites—think two large pies or a pretzel‑crust combo—for just $9.99, aiming to stay the nation’s go‑to value slice. Little Caesars, ranked America’s most affordable restaurant chain in Datassential’s 2024 report, has launched its nationwide “More for $9.99 Menu.” Each online‑only bundle pairs at least two signature items, giving … Read more
UNC‑Chapel Hill researchers warn that facilities in Sedalia, Memphis, Bonne Terre and Lexington meet federal “at‑risk” criteria, threatening already limited rural care options. Rural Missourians could soon travel farther for emergencies. The Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research has flagged four Show‑Me State hospitals after finding either extreme Medicaid dependence or three straight years of … Read more
New rules would shut out an estimated 1.4 million people from Medicaid and more than 15 other federal assistance programs, a shift the administration says will save $40 billion and curb fraud. The White House on Thursday unveiled sweeping restrictions designed to keep undocumented immigrants from tapping taxpayer‑funded aid. Officials say the changes—part of President Donald Trump’s … Read more
Crullers, natural wine, and a dinner combining flavors from Somerville and Cambridge headline a tasty mid-summer week in the Boston metropolitan area. New Yorkers are already fans of Danny Meyer’s Daily Provisions. Now Boston is taking the first step: the all-day café opens today, Monday, July 21, at 1 Brattle Square in Harvard Square, offering … Read more
After three decades away, the cowboy‑themed brand is saddling up again, betting that today’s diners crave customization and family‑style warmth the industry heavyweights no longer deliver. Roy Rogers Restaurants—once a 650‑unit force—officially reopened this week in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, marking its first Garden State location since the early ’90s. The company says the store … Read more
The former president argues California’s cage‑free standards push egg prices higher nationwide, while the state says the lawsuit is political theater. Former President Donald Trump has taken California to court, claiming the state’s cage‑free egg rules inflate grocery bills across the country. The clash pits economic concerns against animal‑welfare standards and could reshape the national … Read more
Koenigsegg’s new Quark engine is shaking up the automotive industry with its compact design and impressive performance. This electric motor is pushing boundaries—redefining size, power, and what’s possible in car engineering. Sweden has once again proven its innovation in the automotive world with the launch of the Quark engine. Developed by Koenigsegg, this small but … Read more
Emporia unemployment spikes after Tyson plant closureCity jobless rate climbs to 5.7 percent in May, topping Kansas average. Emporia’s economic shock is now visible in the numbers. According to the Kansas Department of Labor’s May 2025 labor report, the city’s unemployment rate leaped to 5.7 percent, nearly double the 3 percent recorded a year earlier and well above the … Read more