Life took an exciting turn for a couple in their 70s when they decided to swap their Northern California home for a spot on the sunny island of Gozo, Malta. Why did they make this big move? They wanted to explore the world and enjoy a comfortable retirement on their Social Security income. Three years later, they're thrilled with their decision. Adapting to Malta's ...
A tight race is unfolding in the Kooyong electorate, a place that has seen its fair share of drama. The Liberal candidate, Amelia Hamer, is eager to win back the seat for her party. Hamer is up against Dr. Monique Ryan, the current independent MP who has been making waves in the once-safe Liberal stronghold. The election is heating up, and voters are focused on wha...
Today, Ireland is busy voting for its next government in a unique election. The outcome might reveal if Irish voters are eager to replace the long-standing political powerhouses — Fine Gael and Fianna Fail — with new faces. Both parties have been leading the country for a century, but their coalition didn't go as smoothly as expected. After the last election in 2020,...
The Social Security Administration let everyone know on Thursday that there will be a 2.5% increase in their benefits for 2025. This is the smallest increase since 2021, when it was just 1.3%. This change comes after a period where inflation was high and beneficiaries saw bigger boosts in their payments. In 2023 and 2022, the increases were 8.7% and 5.9% respectively...
Moving abroad can be exciting, but it also comes with a lot of decisions. One big factor is cost—where will your money go the furthest? The Mercer Cost of Living Survey for 2024 has some answers. Hong Kong tops the list as the priciest place for expats to live. It’s followed by Singapore, and then a bunch of Swiss cities like Zurich and Geneva. New York is the most e...
I'd always felt a deep connection to Jamaica, thanks to my dad's roots on the island. So, when the opportunity to visit in 2021 arose, I jumped at the chance. And, I fell in love – with the sights, sounds, smells, and people. I spent a month exploring, meeting new friends, and visiting family I'd never known before. When I returned to the States, I couldn't shake the...
Pennsylvania is often referred to as the most important state in the 2024 election. To win the Keystone State, Donald Trump or Kamala Harris must address the concerns that have been consistently raised by the people – the skyrocketing cost of living. It's not just the price of homes or groceries that's the issue, but the overall sense that life is becoming increasing...
As the presidential race heats up, so too does the battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. With Joe Biden out of the running, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are trying to paint each other as the incumbent in a bid to win over swing voters who may be looking for change after nearly two decades of political turmoil. Recent TV ads from competitive...
In the heart of the once-thriving city of San Francisco, the last remaining Denny's has closed its doors, a victim of rising crime and the escalating cost of doing business. Chris Haque, the owner of this 24-hour diner, made the difficult decision to shutter the restaurant located at 816 Mission St. near Union Square after 25 years of service. The crime rate, couple...