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Social Security is celebrating its 91st birthday. It won't live to 100, watchdog warns

"Social Security won’t make it past age 97 as things currently stand," said the CRFB's Maya Macguineas. "At least not in its current form."

Fortune

The Social Security Rule Divorced Retirees Often Discover Too Late

Divorce may end a marriage, but it doesn’t necessarily erase the Social Security benefits connected to an ex-spouse’s work history. In fact, some divorced retirees...

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DentaQuest Breach Exposed Health Data of at Least 15 Million People, and the Company Says Its Review Is Not Finished

DentaQuest is notifying 15 million people after a May breach exposed Social Security numbers, Medicaid IDs, and dental health records.

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Social Security Payment alert: Social Security Administration updates key list, major points you need to know

Social Security payments play an important role in the financial lives of millions of Americans, providing a source of income for retirees, disabled workers and eligible family members.

The Economic Times

No tax on Social Security? The facts about Trump’s plan are here - and they could hurt US retirees the most

Tax cuts meant to save Social Security recipients money from 2025 to 2028 could end up adding to a revenue shortfall that’s on pace to lower Social Security payments by up to 22 percent in 2032

The Independent UK

Jharkhand CM Soren urges PM Modi to reconsider mining bill, flags impact on state's finances

Jharkhand's Chief Minister Hemant Soren urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the mining bill. He stated restrictions on state levies could reduce fiscal space significantly. Mining revenue is crucial for Jharkhand's development and welfare programs. The bill's impact could affect social security and economic empowerment initiatives. This could lead to…

The Economic Times

How Much Monthly Income Does the Average American Over 70 Have in Retirement?

Retirement income for Americans over 70 can look surprisingly different from one household to the next. In 2026, the average Social Security retirement benefit for someone ages 70 to 74 was about $2,083 per month, or just under $25,000 a year.

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5 Money Moves to Make in the First 30 Days After You Retire

The first month of retirement can feel strangely quiet after decades of paychecks, work schedules, and automatic payroll deductions. Unfortunately, your financial life doesn’t retire...

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Maryland man wins $1 mn Massachusetts Lottery but gets $650,000 only. Here's why

During a family visit, a lucky Maryland resident hit the jackpot, winning a million dollars in the lottery. Opting for a cash payout, he received six hundred fifty thousand dollars before taxes, which was a lower amount compared to the annuity prize. His winning ticket came from a Valero store…

The Economic Times

How to Coordinate Your Retirement Withdrawals to Save on Taxes

By coordinating withdrawals from retirement accounts to keep your income below certain thresholds, you can save on taxes and benefit from valuable deductions.

Kiplinger

COLA 2027 Could Deliver the Biggest Social Security Increase in Four Years: Check Your Estimated Raise

The latest 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projections range from 3.4% to 3.6%. Learn how inflation impacts your benefits and what deductions apply.

International Business Times UK

Seniors may see smaller rise in Social Security payments after latest inflation report

An increase in Social Security payments is dependent on annual inflation, which slightly cooled last month

The Independent UK

Here’s the average 401(k) balance by age in 2026 – are you ahead or behind?

Amid fears over a lack of savings and tenuous Social Security system, the average 401(k) participant is building a healthy nest egg

The Independent UK

Which 14 New Health Conditions Were Added to the Social Security Compassionate Allowances Program?

The Social Security Administration has expanded its Compassionate Allowances program with 14 new severely disabling medical conditions, offering a critical fast-track pathway for financial assistance.

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The 14 conditions Social Security has added to disability fast-track list

Several rare cancers and genetic disorders are being added to the list, bringing the total number of conditions on the CAL to 314

Kiplinger

13 Things to Know About How Your Pension Affects Your Taxes in Retirement

If you're a retiree with a pension, treating taxes as a core part of your retirement strategy is the best way to keep your income sustainable for the long haul.

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Social Security Has a “Do-Over” Rule — But Retirees Have a Limited Window to Use It

Claiming Social Security can feel like one of those financial decisions that becomes permanent the moment you make it. Maybe you claimed at 62 because...

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7 Expenses Couples Forget to Recalculate When One Spouse Retires First

Retirement planning gets surprisingly complicated when two spouses don’t leave the workforce at the same time. One paycheck disappears, but many household expenses don’t simply...

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Social Security Adds 14 Conditions to Its Disability Fast Track, Including Four Cancers and Several Rare Childhood Syndromes

Social Security added 14 conditions to its Compassionate Allowances list. Here are the cancers and childhood syndromes that now qualify.

The Independent UK

Bipartisan group looks to overhaul Social Security and help save it from financial ruin

The effort, led by Senator Dick Durbin, comes after a report found Social Security will only be able to pay out 78 percent of benefits in 2032

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6 End-of-Summer Money Tasks That Can Prevent a Costly Year-End Rush

August has an underrated financial superpower: there is still enough year left to fix things. Six end-of-summer money tasks can help organize taxes, retirement savings, benefits, and paperwork before November and December turn every calendar into a game of financial Tetris. The goal does not involve predicting the future or…

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6 Social Security Earnings-Test Details Workers Near Retirement Often Misread

Social Security’s earnings test can make working while collecting retirement benefits sound like a financial game of dodgeball. In 2026, workers below full retirement age can earn up to $24,480 before SSA starts withholding benefits, while people who reach full retirement age this year get a much higher $65,160 limit…

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Working While Collecting Social Security? 6 Earnings Rules Retirees Often Misunderstand

Picking up a part-time job in retirement can provide extra spending money, structure, and even a chance to boost future Social Security benefits, but it...

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Court says Social Security Board election can proceed

The Central Administrative Court on Tuesday ordered the revocation of an announcement postponing the Social Security Board election, ruling that the announcement was unlawful.

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2027 Medicare Costs: What We Know Now—and What Seniors Are Still Waiting For

Anyone trying to build a retirement budget for next year is dealing with an awkward Medicare calendar: some important 2027 numbers are available, while others...

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