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Social Security recipients wondering whether they will receive a Cost-of-Living Adjustment in 2027 still have several weeks to wait before they will find out.The Cost-of-Living Adjustment is an annual change to Social Security and Supplemental Security Income payments to keep up with inflation, so recipients are given a proportionate check to sustain their buying power of everyday items like gas, food, clothing and more. In 2026, beneficiaries saw a 2.8% COLA increase to their checks, and the adjustment for next year is expected to be much higher.On Aug. 12, the nonpartisan senior advocacy group, The Senior Citizens League predicted a 3.6%…

Elena with her dog Joe, and Professor Michele Reibaldi – credit, Ospedale Molinette, supplied From Turin comes a surgical world-first: the simultaneous transplant of a complete human macula, along with the cornea, sclera, and connective tissue, from one of the patient’s eyes to the other. It allowed a woman blind for several years to immediately gain enough vision to recognize both her son and her faithful canine companion, Joe. La Stampa, a Turn-based national newspaper, reported that the intervention was lead by the “intuition” of ocular surgeon Professor Michele Reibaldi, who himself described the process as a “complicated marathon,” lasting 6…

If you work in education, you’ve probably had that moment where you wonder, “What’s next for me?” Maybe you want a bigger role, better pay, or just a fresh spark in your work. The good news is that career growth doesn’t have to mean turning your whole life upside down. With the right plan, you can build new skills, stay grounded, and move forward one step at a time. Think of it as upgrading your toolkit, not rewriting your whole story. Why growth matters Growing your career in education isn’t only about chasing a fancier title. It’s also about making…

For millions of Americans who rely on Social Security, even a small change in the annual cost-of-living adjustment can affect monthly budgets, household spending, vacations and retirement planning. That’s one reason searches for terms such as “2027 Social Security COLA estimate,” “2027 COLA forecast” and “how much will Social Security increase in 2027” have surged as new projections emerge ahead of the official COLA announcement, which Social Security recipients won’t learn officially until October. New forecasts released after recent inflation data are giving retirees an early glimpse of what next year’s increase could look like, and the latest projections suggest…

When life gets busy, it’s easy to focus on what you still want instead of appreciating what you already have. But practicing gratitude can shift your attention toward the people, experiences, and simple moments that make life meaningful. You don’t need everything to be perfect to find something worth appreciating. Sometimes, a few thoughtful words are all it takes to change your perspective. That’s why gratitude quotes can be such a helpful source of inspiration when you need a reminder to slow down and recognize the good around you. In this article, you’ll discover 168 gratitude quotes and sayings about…

As we enter our 50s and start dreaming harder about retirement, we’re also probably thinking at least a little about Social Security. If you haven’t already started learning about it, this is a fine time to do so. Here are some vital things to know about Social Security. Image source: Getty Images. 1. Know that your benefits aren’t going to match your pre-retirement income Social Security is designed to deliver around 40% of pre-retirement income, on average, to retirees, though for higher earners it will deliver less and for lower earners, more. Clearly, for the most comfortable retirement, each of…

Low-income expectant parents in Arkansas should be able to have their doula care covered by Medicaid starting Sept. 1, Elizabeth Pitman, director of the Division of Medical Services for Arkansas Medicaid, told lawmakers Thursday.The Arkansas Legislative Council on Friday approved the rules for Medicaid’s coverage of doulas, part of a 2025 law requiring the program and private insurance to cover such services for Arkansans. The council’s rules subcommittee gave preliminary approval Thursday.Doulas provide emotional, physical, educational, and logistical support to parents-to-be and serve as middlemen between them and other medical professionals. The coverage requirement law was aimed at improving the…

If you’re into productivity tricks and hacks, you’ve probably heard experts and gurus talking about achieving a “flow state.” Many claim it’s the peak of cognitive performance, where you’re enjoying the work while at the same time being ultra-productive. So, in more detail, what exactly does it mean? What is a mind flow state? And how can you get into one?     What is Mind Flow? The mind flow state involves being hyper focused on a task or activity where one isn’t too bored nor are they too challenged. During this time, we don’t think about anything outside of…

Based on recent reports, it is estimated that the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) could see an average increase of 3.6%. This hike is likely to result in an additional $70 to $75 in retirement benefits. An increase of over 3% is projected for 2027. Social Security 2027 COLA Increase is really important because Social Security benefits are directly related to inflation; thus, a rise in inflation inherently leads to a change in benefit payments. To protect beneficiaries from the effect of rising prices, this adjustment helps maintain their purchasing power. The department is expected to announce the official COLA figures in…

– credit, San Diego Zoo Alliance, released to GNN American amphibian lovers will be jumping for joy at the news of 3,000 frogs and tadpoles from an endangered species bred and released into their former mountain homes. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has been breeding and reintroducing the endangered mountain yellow-legged frog for decades into the San Bernardino and San Jacinto mountains. A mountain yellow legged frog – credit, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, released to GNN Leaving their small carrying crates to take their first hops into the wild world, zoo conservationists smiled as they watched some 3,000 native…