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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.Top stories - ABC News - October 23 -
How Trump Could Bankrupt Social Security
Retirement benefits for millions of Americans are on the line.Top stories - The New York Times - October 24 -
Social Security bill to expand benefits is in the hands of the Senate
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time running out.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
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 misleadingBusiness - 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 - November 5 -
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 - November 9 -
Here's what to know about House bill to expand Social Security benefits
Measure that would repeal so-called "government pensions offset" has been gaining support in House.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
What a Trump Presidency Could Mean for Social Security Benefits
Readers are concerned that his campaign proposals would put Social Security’s finances on thinner ice, endangering their payments.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Yes, Most People Probably Should Hold Off on Claiming Social Security
Readers had a lot of thoughtful objections to this idea. As a general rule, I stand by it.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
A simple plan to fix Social Security? Be suspicious, very suspicious.
This proposal would undermine support for the program and delay a real solutionBusiness - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
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 ...Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Social Security really helps low earners — even though they might not live as long
Including disability benefits provides a more complete pictureBusiness - 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 - November 5 -
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 - November 6 -
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 - November 8 -
These teachers, firefighters, and other government workers are missing out on Social Security. This House-passed bill could help.
Millions of public-sector workers are affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset.Business - MarketWatch - November 14 -
The House just voted 'yes' on a bill that would increase Social Security checks for some pensioners
Certain rules that reduce pensioners' Social Security benefits have been in place for decades. Some Washington lawmakers are voting to change that.Business - CNBC - November 14 -
Musk’s ‘DOGE’ commission wants to cut trillions in government spending. Social Security and Medicare make prime targets.
Voters said they’ve had enough hardship. But Elon Musk says more is needed.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
Social Security beneficiaries to soon receive notices revealing the size of their 2025 benefit checks
A 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment, Medicare Part B premiums and tax liabilities are key changes to watch for that affect 2025 Social Security benefits.Business - CNBC - 18 hours ago -
I’m 54, but my wife is already 63. Can she claim on my Social Security record as a spouse?
Spousal-benefit rules are complicated, especially if there’s a big age difference.Business - MarketWatch - 12 minutes ago -
My wife is 9 years older than I am — but makes 50% less. Will I have to retire for her to receive my Social Security spousal benefits?
“She will probably retire nearly a decade before I do.”Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
‘I don’t trust my financial guy.’ I’m 67 and trying to live on $2.2K-a-month Social Security. I have $500K with an adviser, who charges 2%, but last year the return was 26%. What’s my move?
We spotted a lot of too-common red flags.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
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Pythons Have Surprising Social Lives
Ball pythons were long assumed to be solitary, but scientists discovered the snakes in captivity prefer each others’ company when given the chance to live socially.Science - The New York Times - November 13 -
OpenAI outlines national security approach
OpenAI doubled down on the importance of the U.S. maintaining leadership on artificial intelligence (AI) development in a new outline of the company's approach to national security. The ChatGPT ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
Boardmasters organisers increase security measures
Organisers of the Newquay music festival announce increases in security measures for the 2025 event.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
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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 - November 4 -
How your favorite social media apps are preparing for election conspiracies
Social media companies are under intense pressure to squash the spread of disinformation on their platforms during the 2024 electionsBusiness - CNBC - November 5 -
Australia plans world's first social media ban for under-16s
The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
Roblox Is Putting Restrictions On Kids In Social Hangouts
Roblox may be one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world, but it's also been repeatedly accused of failing to protect children who use it from would-be predators. Last summer, Roblox ...Tech - GameSpot - November 8 -
Why the Social Media Reaction to Trump’s Election May Be Different From 2016
In 2016, online platforms were awash in calls to protest the day after Donald J. Trump’s victory. On Wednesday, many said it seemed like business as usual.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8
