Retirees Will Get a Smaller Social Security Raise in 2025 and That's OK

Some Social Security beneficiaries will get an extra November check

Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.

Your paycheck may be larger in 2025, even if you don't get a raise

While there's plenty of time left in November, you may already have something exciting to look forward to in 2025: a slightly larger paycheck, even without a raise.

Politics - The Hill - 5 hours ago

IMF raises 2025 growth forecast

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story IMF sounds death knell over inflation, raises 2025 outlook International Monetary ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Moondream raises $4.5M to prove that smaller AI models can still pack a punch

Moondream raises $4.5M to launch a AI model with just 1.6 billion parameters, offering edge computing solutions that rival larger models in performance and reduce cloud costs.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 28

Will Social Security be solvent under Trump or Harris?

Social Security is under threat regardless of who wins the election, but an analysis says Trump's agenda would drain the fund more quickly than Harris' plan.

How Trump Could Bankrupt Social Security

Retirement benefits for millions of Americans are on the line.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Buddy raises $1.1M for social utility app

Buddy, a social utility app designed to get you off your phone, announced a $1.1 million pre-seed funding round.

Tech - VentureBeat - 5 days ago

Thames Water secures £3bn loan to survive into 2025

The UK's biggest utility company agrees a lifeline to help it last until next October.

Georgia-Texas controversy: Is it more important to get a call right or follow procedure?

Ironically, the call that went against Georgia and for Texas wound up helping the Bulldogs and hurting the Longhorns.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Extra check coming to some Social Security recipients in November: Here's why

These two-check months happen a few times each year.

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Trump's Social Security plan could lead to 33% benefits cut: Analysis

Donald Trump's plans could undermine Social Security's financial stability and lead to a large benefits cut, nonpartisan think tank says.

Trump and Harris pledged to save Social Security. Here's what they'll do.

Vice President Harris and former President Trump have both vowed to protect Social Security, but experts say both of their campaign platforms fall short of specific solutions for a program that ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Social Security and Medicare affect almost everyone — and they’re barely being discussed

When it comes to entitlements, both presidential candidates have been vague and misleading

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Swing-state voters want to know: What’s going on with Social Security?

Social Security’s trust fund is expected to be depleted in 2033. Where is the solution?

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

What a second Trump term means for Social Security, Medicare and affordable housing

Congress may have more impact than the president when it comes to retirement.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Squido Studio raises $3M for social XR game DigiGods

Squido Studio has raised $3 million in funding to develop DigiGods, an ambitious social extended reality (XR) platform.

Tech - VentureBeat - 2 days ago

Crowds Get Ghosted by Fake Halloween Parade Invented on Social Media

World - Yahoo News - November 1

Some workers qualify for a maximum Social Security retirement benefit. But even people with moderate earnings can increase their checks

A 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment in 2025 will push Social Security benefits up for all beneficiaries, including high earners.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Social Security funds could run out in 6 years under Trump plans: Analysis

Social Security’s trust fund reserves could be depleted as early as 2031 under former President Trump’s proposals, several years earlier than recent projections, according to an analysis from the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Trump plan would make Social Security insolvent in just 6 years, budget group says

Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris have both vowed not to cut the popular government programs Social Security and Medicare.

Business - CNBC - October 21

Trump's economic plan could speed up Social Security insolvency, analysis suggests

A new analysis suggests former President Donald Trump's economic proposals, should he win the election, could speed up when the Social Security trust fund runs out of money. This is according to a ...

Social Security really helps low earners — even though they might not live as long

Including disability benefits provides a more complete picture

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

If Musk and Trump want to cut federal spending by $2 trillion, they’ll have to come for Social Security and Medicare

Musk is talking big cuts. Something’s got to give.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

I’m single, retired and saved $2.3 million, but I’m still planning to take my Social Security early. Is that a stupid decision?

“If I take it now, my monthly distribution will be $2,500.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Harris and Trump need to win over older voters on more than just Social Security and Medicare

This election, older voters are worrying about issues that may not seem to directly affect them.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Trump promised no taxes on Social Security benefits. It's too soon to plan on that change, experts say

Even with Trump win and a Republican majority, plans to nix taxes on Social Security benefits may still face hurdles.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Trump’s plan to cut taxes on Social Security benefits may cost beneficiaries more in the long run

The president-elect’s plan may do more harm than good, experts said.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

SpaceX Gets $734 Million National Security Satellite Launch Contract

If you need proof that the space industry has undergone huge upheaval, check out the win SpaceX—still technically a startup—has just pulled off, beating big name opposition to a huge paycheck.

Business - Inc. - October 21

Khalife: Prison escape a bid to get put in high security unit

The alleged Iranian spy tells court he attached a sling made of trousers to the bottom of a lorry.

Sri Lanka police raise security at popular surf site over threat to Israelis

Sri Lanka’s police are raising security around a popular tourist destination after receiving information about a possible attack on Israeli travelers

World - ABC News - October 23

Early 2025 Outfield Outlook: Brenton Doyle's defense secures his everyday role, but questions persist

Find out why Chris Towers believes Jackson Merrill could be a superstar for the next decade

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Identity management in 2025: 4 ways security teams can address gaps and risks

The majority of businesses, 90%, have experienced at least one identity-related intrusion and breach attempt in the last twelve months.

Tech - VentureBeat - 17 hours ago

Formula 1 to get rid of fastest lap bonus point in 2025

Drivers have been able to earn an extra point for the fastest lap since 2019.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Older Workers to Get ‘Super’ 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions in 2025

Workers who are 60 to 63 will be able to put in up to $11,250 in extra contributions, if they can afford it.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Social Security's retirement trust fund may run out in nine years. Here's how the next U.S. president may address that

The trust fund that Social Security relies on to pay retirement benefits may be depleted in nine years. How the next U.S. president could change that.

Business - CNBC - October 19

I’m 70 and started taking Social Security. My adviser said forget about Roth conversions — take a cruise instead. Is that crazy?

“I was quite surprised to hear this approach. Have others gotten this kind of financial advice?”

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

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