DF The 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is set to increase benefits for millions of beneficiaries in the United States, but at a smaller rate than last year’s substantial adjustment. Starting in January, recipients will see an essential boost to their monthly checks, with increases affecting retirees and individuals on disability. The 2025 COLA rate … Read more
A new study from researchers at NYU Langone Health has found that moderate physical activity can reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation by up to 65%. The investigation, which used data from over 6,000 men and women wearing Fitbit fitness trackers, suggests that even modest amounts of exercise can have a significant impact on heart … Read more
The United States has the largest gap between lifespan and health span, with an average of 12.4 years spent living in poor health, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open. This disparity affects not only Americans but also people worldwide, with the global average being nearly 9.6 years. Lifespan measures how long … Read more
The Milwaukee Bucks have taken another step towards a championship title, defeating the Atlanta Hawks 110-102 in their Emirates NBA Cup Semifinal matchup. The win moves the Bucks closer to becoming an Eastern Conference contender, and they will look to capitalize on this momentum as they advance to Tuesday’s championship game. According to coach Doc … Read more
NASA’s Perseverance rover has completed its journey to the top of Jezero Crater’s rim, marking a significant milestone in its mission to search for life on Mars. The rover spent three and a half months climbing the 500-meter (1,640 feet) high rim, collecting valuable geological samples along the way. The Perseverance rover is now set … Read more
At least 22 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Saturday, medics said, while the Israeli military claimed it targeted gunmen operating from shelters and aid storages. The deadliest strike occurred near a municipality building in Deir Al-Balah, killing at least 10 people. The area was densely crowded as people gathered to receive aid. The … Read more
Iranian security forces arrested singer Parastoo Ahmadi and released her over the weekend after she livestreamed a concert without mandatory hijab, defying Islamic Republic law. Ahmadi was arrested in Mazandaran three days after publishing a YouTube performance of her unveiled show in a caravanserai. Her lawyer said they had no information about charges or detention. … Read more
A critical error has occurred on a website’s client side, causing an application to crash. The exact cause of this issue is unclear, but the symptoms are clear: the website is not functioning as expected. The problem lies in an exception that has been triggered by the browser, resulting in an application error. This error … Read more
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey has thrown an epic surprise party for her best friend, Gayle King, who is turning the big 7-0 on December 28. The star-studded celebration was captured on camera by a guest filmmaker, revealing a priceless moment when King walked into the party after no hint of what was happening. The video … Read more
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed satisfaction after his team drew 3-3 with Rayo Vallecano on Saturday. The draw comes after a strong 45-minute spell in the first half, where Real Madrid created numerous opportunities but ultimately conceded three goals. “We played very well for 45 minutes,” Ancelotti said. “We created a lot of opportunities. … Read more