Seniors News Monitoring

SSC announces annual increase of JD5.8 in retirees' salaries starting this May

Ammon News - Social Security Corporation‎ (SSC) announced in a press release issued on Tuesday that the annual increase in retirees' salaries for the year 2025 will amount to JD5.80. The annual inflation increase for SSC's retirees is a legal …

Omosehin Advises Retirees to Embrace  Retirement Savings Products

Ebere Nwoji The Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Olusegun Ayo Omosehin,  has advised retiring workers to see retirement savings products such as annuities, life insurance, and other retirement savings plans not just as financial instruments, but vital tools …

Trump administration cancels $20M climate change grant awarded to Gonzaga, Spokane last year

Spokane’s most vulnerable residents will no longer have assistance in preparing for the devastating effects of climate change, if the Trump administration follows through on its intent to rescind nearly $20 million in federal funding. Citing a change in “ …

Maryland dad fears Medicaid cuts could harm disabled 10-year-old's quality of life

A father in Montgomery County, Maryland, is concerned his disabled daughter could lose her coverage if the House GOP's package of tax breaks and spending cuts goes through. While House Republicans failed Friday to push the bill through the Budget …

Comparative Efficacy of Nutritional Supplements in Modulating Lung Function and Exercise Capacity in COPD Patients: A ...

Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide.1 The hallmark of COPD is progressive lung function decline, often accompanied by extrapulmonary complications, including cardiovascular disease, …

ITMS to help admn tighten noose around organised beggary rackets in Lucknow

Besides reading number plates of the vehicles violating traffic rules and identifying people involved in criminal cases, the CCTV cameras installed at different intersections across the city will now have the additional responsibility. As part of its …

Renting in your 70s – when there is no where to go

Some of you travelled with me on my renting journey over the years. And for any new readers, before you jump into judgement, I have worked all my life, in fact I still do. I have owned homes before but when my marriage ended I was unable to buy another …

Editorial: Congratulations to the graduates and the retirees

Beginning next weekend and over the course of the next couple of weeks, area high school and college graduates will mark the end of one chapter and the start of a new phase of their lives. For some faculty and staff at those schools, the ceremonies will …

Pensioner drove off after he 'side-swiped' parked car because he 'panicked'

Simon Morris, of School Road in Rhos, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Monday afternoon. The 72-year-old admitted that on November 8 last year, he drove a vehicle without due care and attention, as well as failing to stop after a road accident on that …

Pensioner, 87, 'murdered in robbery of cornflakes and shepherd's pie' in north London

These 10 Comedy Movies Are Definitely Acquired Tastes, but You Should Still Watch Them

Comedy has evolved and changed a multitude of times throughout history, long before it was being used in the medium of film, in a wide variety of different styles and approaches. Even now, in the modern day of comedy filmmaking, there is no one singular …

Bolivia police teargas Morales supporters protesting electoral ban

LA PAZ (Reuters) - Tensions flared in Bolivia's administrative capital La Paz on Friday as supporters of former President Evo Morales gathered outside the electoral court, demanding his reinstatement as a candidate in this year's presidential race. …

‘We've all lost this': Vernon woman says pre-paid funeral funds are gone

Some people in northern Connecticut are on alert after learning about allegations of a funeral home owner embezzling their pre-paid funeral funds. Philip Pietras was arrested on a larceny charge in April, accused of mishandling more than $80,000 of pre- …

Sen. Rand Paul talks tariffs, federal funding cuts, and more in Northern Kentucky

As congressional Republicans wrangle over a budget bill seeking to cut $1.6 trillion dollars in federal spending, Kentucky's U.S. Sen. Rand Paul told local elected leaders he supports the Trump administration's overall goal of a smaller federal …

Knesset c'mtee discusses scam stealing millions from elderly, Holocaust survivors

The Knesset's Immigration, Absorption, and Diaspora Affairs Committee held an emergency discussion on the scope of a scam which has, so far, led to tens of millions of shekels being stolen yearly from the elderly, new immigrants, and Holocaust …

Health Ministry issues advice for upcoming heatwave

The Health Ministry issued a warning on Friday due to the "extreme heatwave" slated to occur across Israel over the weekend. The ministry issued several recommendations to avoid heat-related injuries. The ministry also stated that all unnecessary …

Wigan farm owner insists she is not selling up as council proposes employment site on her land

A farm owner has blasted the council, claiming they are trying to “persuade” her to sell land to make way for a huge development. Latham House Farm, in Kitt Green, stands in the way of a “high-quality employment site” earmarked in the Wigan draft Local …

Thinking inside the box

“This process is flawed!” Labour’s Naz Shah told the House of Commons. “This is not how we make legislation.” She was wearing a long cream jacket that resembled a trench coat, leaving the impression that she had just dashed in off the street to warn MPs …

Covid Cases Rise Again in Hong Kong and Singapore as Fresh Wave Hits Asia

Covid Cases Rise Again: After a long period of calm, Covid-19 is again on the rise in some of Asia’s busiest cities. Hong Kong and Singapore have reported a sharp jump in coronavirus cases recently, showing signs of a new wave that is now spreading across …

Thousands of Small Businesses Face Potential Tax Refund Loss Under New U.S. Congressional Tax Bill

Tax Advocacy Group Prepares to Engage U.S. Congress on Behalf of Small & Mid Sized Companies (SME's) WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A controversial provision in the U.S. Congressional "Big …

Artist Michelle-Marie Heinemann to Donate Monumental 'Flower Tree' Sculpture to New College of Florida Class of 2025

Ribbon-Cutting and Sculpture Reveal to Take Place May 22 at New College Foundation’s Keating Center in Sarasota SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally celebrated artist and sculptor Michelle-Marie Heinemann will …

San Francisco Offers Free Hot Water Heaters to Advance Clean Energy

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco continues to lead the charge in the fight against climate change with its innovative new program aimed at eliminating gas-powered appliances and transitioning …

Bay Area Moves Toward a Greener Future: Gas Water Heaters to Be Phased Out

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) has announced a pioneering regulation to prohibit the sale and installation of gas water heaters in the Bay Area starting in …

Initiative Proposes Michelangelo Masterpiece as a Gift to Pope Leo XIV

An international group seeks to present a newly discovered Michelangelo sculpture to Pope Leo XIV, symbolizing cultural ties between Italy and the US. FRANKFURT, GERMANY, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of European art enthusiasts has …

The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis Urges Congress to Reject Medicaid Cuts and Misguided Work Requirements

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis —a coalition including NMAC, The AIDS Institute, National Coalition of STD Directors, NASTAD (National Alliance of State and …

STUDIO SALE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTIST VINCENT SMITH

May 27th at 12pm EST. LARCHMONT, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vincent D. Smith (1929 - 2003) is distinctive for his adept utilization of mixed media, striking colors, and references to the rich visual culture of the …

Comer Announces the Oversight Committee Will Continue Investigating the Cover-Up of Biden’s Mental Decline & Use of ...

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today announced the panel will continue its investigation into the cover-up of President Biden’s mental decline and use of autopen. Last Congress, Chairman …

FLEOA Members Rally to Support Law Enforcement Legislation and Defend Pay and Benefits During National Police Week

WASHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) gathered in the nation’s capital during National Police Week to honor our fallen brothers and sisters and their …

Jeff Wenninger Launches New Website to Foster Dialogue on Law Enforcement Accountability and Reform

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD Lieutenant, author, speaker, and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of his newly designed website, jeffwenninger …

Grand Jury Indicts 11 More Individuals for Involvement with Online Groups Dedicated to Monkey Torture and Mutilation

An indictment was unsealed today charging 11 defendants from across the United States for their alleged involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys. The …

Mexican National and Alleged Alien Smuggler Indicted on First Material Support of Terrorism Charges Against CJNG Member

Note: See second superseding indictment here. An indictment unsealed today in the Western District of Texas is the first in the nation to charge a Mexican national with providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization based on her …

Alabama Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Connection with Securities and Exchange Commission X Hack that Spiked Bitcoin ...

WASHINGTON – An Alabama man was sentenced today to 14 months in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in the unauthorized takeover of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) social media account on X, formerly known as …

Department of Justice Announces Settlement of Litigation Between the Federal Government and Rare Breed Triggers

Today, in accordance with President Trump’s Executive Order Protecting Second Amendment Rights, as well as the Attorney General’s Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force, the Department of Justice announced the settlement of litigation between the federal …

Comer Announces Full Committee Markup of Regulatory Relief Legislation on May 21

WASHINGTON–Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced a markup will take place on Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00 am ET to consider a series of legislation to rein in regulatory overreach by the …

E-2 Visa Applicants on New Interview Challenges at U.S. Embassy in London

Recent procedural shifts at the US London Embassy have made the process more demanding and unpredictable, LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners (Washington, D.C.) Advises E-2 Visa …

Mayor Wu Announces Expansion of Free Swim Lessons for Youth; Recognizes International Water Safety Day on May 15

City highlights free swim lessons, lifeguard staffing, and water safety awareness in Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Human Services (OHS), and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) marked yesterday’s International Water Safety Day with the …

May 16 Traffic Advisory

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.  People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center and The City of Pasadena Make a Splash for Water Safety

RBAC Launches Inaugural “Treading for Water Safety” Campaign and Kicks Off 35th Anniversary on International Water Safety Day PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity and action, the Rose Bowl …

Two California Businesses and Their Owners Resolve Allegations They Misrepresented Businesses’ Size to Obtain Paycheck ...

JEV&B Services LLC and D4 Inc., two entities with their principal places of business in California, and their owners — William Nelson and Vicki Rollins — have agreed to pay $153,598.90 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by …