Social Security retirees are getting a big benefits bump soon. The Social Security Administration recently announced a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. While COLAs are not a guarantee every year, they happen in most years to help ensure that benefits keep up with inflation.

Find out how far the 2026 average Social Security check will stretch, how inflation affects its value, and what that means for your retirement budget.

The British government has not imposed a 10 p.m. (2200 GMT) curfew on its citizens and does not plan to ban the use of GPS navigation in 2026, contrary to a video being shared online. A government spokesperson said these claims were “categorically false”.

The New Jersey Department of Health is warning residents about an ongoing investigation related to a multi-state botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart baby formula. As of Tuesday, the outbreak has sickened at least 15 people in 12 states, including one hospitalization in New Jersey, according to the state health department.

Learn about 5 hidden Social Security traps that could shrink your 2026 check and how to avoid income, tax, or filing mistakes that reduce your benefits.

There is no evidence to support online posts that say U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked the visas of 80,000 Nigerians.

With comments about payments from President Donald Trump to rebates to certain states, it's easy to see why Americans may be confused about a stimulus check