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President Donald Trump made bold promises about Social Security during his 2024 campaign, pledging to eliminate federal taxes on benefits and protect the program from cuts. As 2026 unfolds, millions of retirees are discovering which promises have materialized and what changes are actually taking effect. The most concrete change hitting in 2026 is the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for 75 million Americans will increase by 2.8%, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). For the average retired worker, the 2.8% COLA translates to about $56 more per month, raising the average…

Success often looks like a time-management problem. You buy a planner, set reminders, and hope that next week will be different. For a few days, it works. Then stress hits, motivation drops, and old patterns return. The issue usually is deeper than your schedule. It lives in how you see yourself. That is why a growth identity matters. When you view yourself as someone who can learn, adapt, and improve, your actions start to match that belief. You stop chasing quick fixes and start building a stable inner system. Instead of asking, “How do I force myself to do this…

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims across the world prepare for a time of fasting, prayer, self-discipline, and spiritual reflection. From dawn to dusk, fasting teaches patience and gratitude, but it also brings changes to daily routines, eating habits, sleep patterns, and energy levels. To experience Ramadan in a healthy and fulfilling way, it is important to care not only for the soul, but also for the body and mind. With mindful choices around food, physical activity, rest, and emotional well-being, Ramadan can become a truly balanced and uplifting experience.Understanding Wellness During RamadanFasting is a spiritual act, but…

Meditation, in the Himalayan understanding, functions as a process through which life itself gains intelligence. It is a discipline that enables a human being to hold greater responsibility, clarity, and depth while remaining stable under pressure. Rather than standing apart from life, meditation refines the way life is perceived, engaged with, and directed.Within the Himalayan approach, meditation is introduced as a method of developing inner efficiency. Rest emerges when effort becomes intelligent. When the mind starts calming down the flow of thoughts, and calmness begins to enter. There is no longer an emptiness in silence but it is filled with…

The Union Budget for 2026–27 makes an important acknowledgement: that persons with disabilities deserve access to opportunity, not just support. In a policy landscape that has historically framed disability through welfare and assistance, this in itself is a meaningful shift. However, access alone does not create equity and opportunity; when narrowly defined, it can quietly become another form of exclusion. The Budget introduced initiatives such as the Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana, focused on customised skill training for persons with disabilities, and the Divyang Sahara Yojana, aimed at improving access to assistive technology and independent living. These are necessary interventions. They signal…

In a world that glorifies busyness and constant achievement, taking time for self-care can feel indulgent or even selfish. Yet, self-care is not a luxury—it is a necessity. It is the quiet, deliberate act of choosing to value your well-being, to nurture your inner world, and to honor your limits. Making time for yourself is an act of courage, a declaration that your mental, emotional, and physical health matter. Self-care begins with self-awareness. It asks us to pause and listen—to notice when we are overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected. Through small but intentional actions, such as setting boundaries, enjoying a mindful…

Distributed by EIN PresswireNyano expands access to emotional and physical self-care through a simple, affordable, and privacy-first digital wellness platform. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As digital wellness tools become increasingly hardware driven, expensive, and data intensive, many consumers are questioning whether more devices and higher costs actually lead to better well being. Over the past decade, wellness technology has promised optimization through constant tracking, notifications, and metrics, yet for many users this approach has created complexity and fatigue rather than clarity. In response to this shift, Nyano announced the launch of its digital…

Happy 76th Birthday to Peter Gabriel, the English singer-songwriter who is one of the most influential progressive rock innovators of all time. At 17, he founded the band Genesis—and later launched a successful solo career, winning six Grammy Awards. WATCH the ground-breaking Sledgehammer video… (1950) Photo by Bryan Ledgard, CC license, 2007 After his first hit, Solsbury Hill, he released the enormous 1986 No.1 single, Sledgehammer, which won a record nine MTV Awards with the stop-motion claymation video that became the most played music video of all time—opening the door for artists and bands to get creative and allow their…

While not a treatment for depression, new research has found just how beneficial exercise can be for new mums and young adults struggling with their mental health. Many an elderly woman has blamed the country’s mental health crisis on a lack of physical activity. While certainly not a cause of depression, new research suggests exercise could still be incredibly helpful for people living with depression, particularly new mums and young adults.While getting started after a period of exercising infrequently can feel less than ideal, activities such as running, swimming or dancing could deliver a multitude of mental health benefits, researchers found. Aerobic…

India is facing a serious shortage of registered psychologists, and it could directly affect mental health care and suicide prevention efforts across the country. A recent study has found that the number of trained and registered psychologists in India is far lower than what is required to meet growing demand. As cases of stress, depression and anxiety rise, experts say the gap in mental health services is becoming harder to ignore. Without enough professionals, timely support and early intervention may remain out of reach for many.The study points out that mental health disorders are increasing in India. At the same…