The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) took effect in January, raising the average monthly retirement benefit from $1,927 to $1,976 for Social Security recipients. This 2.5% increase aims to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation. Additionally, full retirement age has increased to 66 years and 10 months for those born in 1959. The repeal of Windfall Elimination … Read more
Noland Arbaugh, 30, has become the first person to receive a revolutionary mind-control chip from US neurotechnology firm Neuralink. The chip, which translates brain signals into computer commands, has restored some independence for the Arizona resident who was paralysed in a diving accident eight years ago. Arbaugh, who had feared losing all ability to study, … Read more
Nintendo is building on its successful multiplayer trend from the original Switch era, and it looks like this momentum will carry over to the new Switch 2. Former Nintendo president Satoru Iwata envisioned a device that would bring people together through gaming, and his ideas are starting to materialize. Iwata’s legacy can be seen in … Read more
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang delivered a highly anticipated keynote at GTC 2025, the company’s annual developers conference. Despite not rehearsing for weeks, his presentation was engaging, conversational, and effortless to watch. Huang unveiled the next generation of groundbreaking chips that will power artificial intelligence. The New York Times dubbed Nvidia’s conference “The Super Bowl of … Read more
A new study published in EMBO Molecular Medicine suggests that consuming fermented foods, such as yogurt, kimchi, and miso, may help reduce anxiety and depression by influencing gut bacteria. Researchers found that probiotics in these foods can regulate neurotransmitters, reduce inflammation, and decrease activity in the amygdala – a brain region involved in stress and … Read more
South Korea’s acting president, Han Duck-soo, has been reinstated after a constitutional court dismissed his impeachment on Monday. The decision is expected to restore stability in the country, which was shaken by dual impeachments and protests. Han, 75, previously served as prime minister before stepping in as acting president in December following Yoon Suk Yeol’s … Read more
A new prequel to Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games” series, “Sunrise on the Reaping”, has arrived, and it’s a game-changer. The book explores the devastating story of Haymitch Abernathy, a mentor in the original trilogy, 17 years after the first book was published. The prequel delves into Haymitch’s early life, from his 16th birthday to … Read more
The iconic Wanamaker Building in Philadelphia’s Center City is saying goodbye to its beloved Macy’s store, but the historic organ will remain. Hundreds of people gathered on Saturday for the final weekend of operation, listening to the famous organ perform hourly recitals one last time. The event was emotionally charged, with many sharing their favorite … Read more
Billionaire Jeff Bezos and his fiancée, Lauren Sánchez, are finally ready to tie the knot. Reports suggest that the couple has started sending out their wedding invitations, revealing the destination of their nuptials. According to multiple sources, including The Daily Mail, Bezos and Sánchez will exchange vows in Venice, Italy, later this summer. The luxury … Read more
A new report suggests that even some Republicans are in favor of raising Social Security taxes by 13% to address the program’s funding crisis. This proposal would increase payroll taxes to 17.3%, affecting individuals with incomes over $400,000. The plan would also limit extra benefits for high-income earners and reduce benefits for retirees with non-Social … Read more