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Could next year see the smallest social security benefits hike since 2021? Here’s what you need to know.  Safeguarding against Inflation The Social Security Administration traditionally calculates how much benefits would increase each year by providing cost of living adjustments (COLA). This is to account for inflation and protect the purchasing power of its beneficiaries. … Read more

AI tech supplier Nvidia has exceeded all expectations by overtaking the world’s biggest tech companies to become the most valuable company on the planet. AI Darling Takes Over We may be witnessing an unstoppable force as tech wunderkind and AI darling Nvidia continue to make miraculous progress in the global markets, even overtaking industry godfathers … Read more

Gretchen Whitmer has just taken on HOAs across Michigan. Who won?  A Big Win For… Michigan homeowners just scored a huge victory, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.  New Law Overrides HOA Restrictions From October 8, 2024, homeowner associations (HOAs) can no longer stop Michiganders from adding energy-efficient upgrades to their … Read more

One of the world’s largest automakers has announced plans to wind down production of a popular truck model, resulting in major layoffs at one Detroit company.  Stellantis Layoffs Thousands of workers at a manufacturing plant in Michigan could be laid off in the coming months, as European automotive manufacturer Stellantis plans to bring the production … Read more

Walmart partners with Knuckles Hoagies to bring new flavors and food diversity to the range. It’s no longer the simple burger and chips; shoppers get more variety.   More Flavor More Menu Knuckies has become the latest partner Walmart. The retail giant has decided to expand its food options for shoppers visiting select branches.  Who Is … Read more

Project 2025 is said to affect many aspects of U.S. citizens lives, but it was also said to make better provisions for veterans. What will Project 2025 do in terms of veteran health benefits and jobs?   Understanding Project 2025  The conservatives have developed “Project 2025” to build a better America and “undo the damage the … Read more

Colorado’s ski towns are stirring up a storm with a controversial idea: taxing homes that sit empty for most of the year.  Empty Homes, Empty Wallets Resort communities across the state are pushing for a “vacancy tax” to tackle the housing crisis that’s hitting locals hard.  Pushing for Change in Resort Communities The Colorado Association … Read more

Southwest Airlines is saying goodbye to its famous open seating plan.  Farewell to Free-for-All Southwest is officially ditching the free-for-all seating arrangement in favor of assigned seats and extra-legroom options. It’s the end of an era for a policy that has been a huge part of the airline’s brand for over 50 years now. Legroom … Read more

AT&T customers have experienced their second major outage this year, adding to the list of issues that could drive users away from the telecommunications company. Major Outage Image Credit: Shutterstock / Mangostar One of the world’s largest telecommunications companies, AT&T, experienced widespread outages once again which continued for several hours. AT&T and Verizon Image Credit: … Read more

The world’s biggest carbonated beverage provider is appealing a federal court ruling forcing them to pay billions in back taxes to the IRS. Coca-Cola vs. the IRS Coca-Cola Co. has announced its intentions to repay $6 billion in back taxes to the Internal Revenue Service, even as it attempts to appeal a federal tax court … Read more