Seattle's living costs are higher than most places in the U. S. This is a big deal for people who rely on Social Security. The Social Security Administration just announced a 2. 8% increase in benefits for 2026. But will this be enough to cover the rising costs in Seattle? The cost of living in Sea
Hilary Duff's morning took a turn for the worse when her coffee decided to stage a mutiny inside her designer bag. The incident, captured in a candid selfie, showed the aftermath of a latte spill that left her Balenciaga bag looking like it had gone through a car wash. The culprit? An empty coffee c
Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc is making waves at the box office, with an impressive $8 million earned on its opening day. This puts it on track for a weekend haul of over $14 million, making it the top contender in the market. However, it's worth noting that this debut coincides with the World Series, whic
In Australia, going out for a night of fun can sometimes turn into an unpleasant experience. A recent study looked into how often people face sexual harm in nightlife areas. They talked to people in a busy nightlife spot in Victoria and found some concerning facts. Over half of the women and nearly
Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign is in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. A bizarre AI-generated video surfaced briefly on Cuomo's X account, depicting his opponent, Zohran Mamdani, in a less than flattering light. The clip showed a group of AI-generated characters, including a pimp, a drunk dr
Emman Atienza, a 19-year-old social media influencer, passed away in her Los Angeles home. Her family shared the heartbreaking news, revealing that she died by suicide. Emman was known for her engaging lifestyle videos and her openness about mental health struggles. She had a unique ability to conne
Microsoft has a new AI character named Mico, which looks like a friendly, animated blob. It's designed to chat with you in a voice mode, making it feel more like a real friend. This might remind some people of Clippy, the old Microsoft Office assistant that used to pop up and offer help. Mico can ev
Prices went up, but not as much as people thought they would. This is what happened in September. The numbers came out late because the government wasn't working. The U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said prices were 3. 0% higher than last year. That's a bit less than what experts guessed. It's als
A photograph taken right after the Louvre's crown jewels were stolen has caused quite a stir. In the image, a neatly dressed man walks past police officers near the museum's entrance. The man, wearing a trench coat, jacket, tie, and a fedora, caught the eye of the photographer, Thibault Camus. Even
Next year, seniors and other Social Security beneficiaries will see a small boost in their monthly checks. The increase is 2. 8%, which works out to about $56 more per month for the average person. This change is meant to help with rising costs, but it might not be enough. Health care costs eat up
