This year, the Social Security Administration announced a 2.5 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This means that those receiving Social Security benefits will see a slight increase in their payments. Why the change? Well, it's all about inflation. Last year, the COLA was 3.2 percent, and in p
Many people believe that Donald Trump was a good president. But is that true? Let's take a closer look at his record. First, the economy. Trump left the U.S. with a huge deficit, the largest in history. He cut taxes and spent a lot, leaving a debt that our kids and grandkids will have to pay off. T
In the small Welsh town of Wrexham, something amazing is happening. The town, known for its market, mining, and brewing history, is now drawing visitors from all over the world. The reason? Hollywood celebrities Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought the local soccer club, Wrexham AFC, in 2021. The
Former President Donald Trump has made it clear that he sees artificial intelligence (AI) as a key tool for improving America. He's talked about using AI to boost education, healthcare, and even cut down on repeat offenders in prisons. In 2018, his team pushed for laws to reduce recidivism, asking C
On Tuesday, the only head-to-head debate between California's U.S. Senate candidates, Rep. Adam B. Schiff and former Dodger Steve Garvey, took place in Glendale. Hosted by KABC-TV, the debate was intense, with topics ranging from immigration to the economy and Trump's influence. Schiff, a seasoned D
The US economy looks pretty strong, but that's bad news for people hoping to borrow money at lower interest rates. Despite expectations for cheaper borrowing costs, the job market and economy are doing surprisingly well. This is a big problem for those who want to buy houses, cars, or just use their
Early morning trading was a rollercoaster ride for investors. Many US-listed Chinese stocks like online video giant Bilibili crashed by over 13%, with automaker Nio and e-commerce giants JD.com and Alibaba also taking heavy hits. The reason? China's state planner didn't announce any new stimulus pla
For three days in mid-October, residents of Colorado can apply to any of the state's 32 public colleges and several private institutions without paying a fee. This event, known as Colorado Free Application Day, is happening for the seventh time. It's a part of Colorado Applies Month, a five-week cam
The job numbers for September came as a huge surprise. The U.S. Labor Department reported 254,000 nonfarm payroll jobs added—way more than anyone expected. Economists had guessed around 150,000. That's almost like if you were expecting a few extra dollars in your pocket and found a whole twenty inst
The job market had a surprising burst of energy in September 2024. Leisure and hospitality led the way with 78,000 new jobs, while health care and social assistance added another 71,700. If private education was included, that group would have taken the top spot for job growth. Within the hospit
