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Key PointsThe 2027 Social Security COLA will almost certainly be larger than the 2.8% 2026 COLA.However, it may come in lower than the current 3.6% estimate.We’ll learn the actual 2027 COLA on Oct. 14, 2026. We won’t know the 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for a few more weeks, but I’m pretty certain it’ll be much higher than the 2.8% boost seniors saw this year. The thought of extra money is encouraging, especially for those struggling to get by on their existing benefits. But it’s important to keep things in perspective.Social Security COLAs are designed to help your benefits…

When was the last time you intentionally invested in yourself? It’s easy to spend our time and energy taking care of work, family, responsibilities, and other people while putting our own growth on the back burner. But investing in yourself can be one of the most valuable decisions you make. Developing your skills, knowledge, confidence, and overall well-being can open new opportunities and help you create a more satisfying life. Self-investment doesn’t always require a major financial commitment. Sometimes, it means learning something new, improving an existing skill, taking better care of your health, reading, developing healthier habits, or making…

In the past decade, study after study has come to a troubling conclusion: Trust in news and journalism has declined dramatically.The public’s loss of trust corresponds with the explosive development of our information ecosystem. The more options audiences have to find news elsewhere, the less trust the public has placed in traditional forms of journalism.However, trust in journalism was displaced long before the rise of digital and social media.That’s especially true for Black communities that have been harmfully misrepresented by mainstream outlets. Research, for example, has consistently shown how the news media has contributed to overrepresentation of Black people in…

Allegany County Veteran’s Service Agency focus on veteran suicide for the month of September From the ACVSA, September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. The Allegany County Veterans’ Service Agency is unveiling the “Field of the Forgotten Fallen” on September 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. on the Courthouse Lawn at 7 Court Street in Belmont. This “Field” will be up the entire month and is designed to bring attention to and raise awareness of the epidemic that is veteran suicide. It will also honor our brothers’ and sisters’ service, support life and build hope through education of this important topic.…

Self-determination plays an important role in changing that perspective. When people understand their strengths, make their own choices, and have the confidence to pursue what matters to them, they can take greater control of their lives and future. History and the modern world are filled with people who have challenged expectations and achieved remarkable things while living with disabilities. Their stories remind us that success doesn’t follow just one path, and that setbacks or limitations don’t have to determine what you’re capable of accomplishing. In this article, you’ll meet 17 successful and famous people with disabilities who have made significant…

Social Security is a core part of retirement income planning for most retirees. It’s role as a safety net for surviving family members is often overlooked. Survivor’s benefits replace lost household income upon the death of a working family member, this can serve as essential financial protection for the surviving family members.As of the end of 2025, some 5.8 million survivors or deceased workers were receiving survivors benefits. These beneficiaries include surviving spouses, children, eligible parents, and others.Social Security for surviving spousesWidows and widowers can collect full benefits at their full retirement age (FRA) which is age 67 for those…

Simcha Bendet Founder of The Perfect Child ABA Meaningful Minute – Simcha Bendet BROOKLYN, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 28, 2026 / Simcha Bendet, Founder of The Perfect Child ABA, continues to support initiatives focused on behavioral healthcare, family support, professional development, and greater awareness surrounding mental health and well-being. As the founder of The Perfect Child ABA, Simcha Bendet has been involved in the organization’s growth and development, with a focus on expanding access to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services while supporting the children, young adults, and families who rely on these services. The Perfect Child ABA provides…

Courtesy of Ethel Caterham Family The world’s oldest person as acknowledged by the Guinness World Records turned 117 last Friday Ethel Caterham was born in the United Kingdom on August 21st, 1909, when the great-great grandfather of the current king was sitting on the nation’s throne. Meeting King Charles III in September 2025 – Courtesy of Ethel Caterham Family She was the 7th of 8 children, and told ABC News in an emailed statement that she attributes her longevity to a “nonconfrontational” attitude in life; never arguing, while rarely compromising. “Thank you for all of the kind birthday wishes,” said…

                                Back to Claims School A workers’ compensation program can generate constant activity and still leave leaders uncertain about whether it is improving anything. Files close, reports circulate, vendors complete assignments, and meetings fill the calendar. Each action may serve a purpose, yet the larger program needs evidence that the work is creating value. Leaders need a reliable way to understand whether the system is producing the outcomes it was designed to support. That work begins by defining what the program is expected to accomplish.…

The smiles of the unhappiest are sometimes the widest. You become a true master of your life when you learn how to master your focus — what you give your time and energy to. So rise above the pettiness trying to draw you in. Figure out where your attention is spent, and gradually remove distractions. Remind yourself that there’s a big difference between empty fatigue and gratifying exhaustion. Life is too short not to focus more on what matters most! Today, let’s reflect on three common habits that have drained happiness from hundreds of people Angel and I have worked…