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Social Security provides a lifeline for millions of people every month. And it’s not just retirees, though many older people rely on these monthly stipends. Younger people are also directly affected by Social Security news, whether they’re getting close to retirement, taking care of their parents or grandparents, or working with people who receive these benefits. In fact, anyone who works and pays into Social Security, which is primarily financed through payroll taxes, has reason to pay attention to the latest news coming out of the Social Security Administration (SSA). Every year around this time, the SSA reveals the annual cost-of-living increase that will appear on the monthly checks—and you’ll definitely want to pay attention to this latest change. The 2027 benefit-increase announcement couldn’t have come at a better time. Inflation is high, gas prices are way up and Americans of all ages are feeling the pinch. The increase will apply to both regular ...

Sometimes, astrology predictions hit in a way that could make anyone a believer. And this month has the power to do just that. In fact, just today, a client told me she didn’t believe in astrology until she read the October predictions I gave her. So even if you’re not totally sold on cosmic guidance (or you’re just a Capricorn), you’ll want to pay attention this month. October 2026 is filled with one of the rarest, most cataclysmic events that could dismantle the relationships you thought were strong and prompt the ghosts of exes past to pay you a visit. That’s because October is hurtling two major retrogrades at us … at the same time … in the same sign. Quick astrology refresher: A retrograde planet signifies a time when that planet appears to be moving backward across the sky and isn’t operating to its fullest capacity. Things break, wires get crossed, items are lost, messages aren’t received. Astrologers like to focus on the...

Since July, trillionaire Elon Musk has spent $276 million dollars on the upcoming midterm elections , according to the New York Times . He directed that astonishing amount of money to both his super political action committee (PAC) and Republican groups in a bid to stave off what is expected to be major losses for the party this fall.  Much of this money, about $158 million, went to the Senate Leadership Fund in an effort to maintain a majority in that chamber of Congress. Another big outlay, $76 million, went to Musk’s super PAC, which will spend the cash on canvassing for candidates in seven Senate races and dozens of House ones. And that’s just since July. All in all, he has spent roughly $366 million dollars on the 2025–2026 election cycle. This isn’t the first time Musk has made influential campaign contributions either. He spent more than $290 million on the 2024 election, according to Federal Election Commission (FEC) filings—more than any other...

In my house, we try to have a home-cooked dinner at least five nights a week. That said, we’ve learned that the only way this is remotely achievable is to choose at least one meal that makes enough to eat twice—once fresh out of the oven or off the stovetop, and again as leftovers later in the week. A lot of the time, this is soup. (We’re a big soup household.) But the second-most-common dish we have on leftovers night is one that’s actually healthier for you to eat one or two days after cooking. Yes, you heard that right. There’s one beloved food that’s better for you if you cook it and then pop it in the fridge for a day or two before eating it. What kind of sorcery is this? The wonderful kind! Keep reading to find out what this magical food is—and what kind of special alchemy happens in your fridge when it spends the night in there. Get  Reader’s Digest ’s  Read Up newsletter for more food news, humor, cleaning, travel...

Folks, a new study has confirmed what we all expected: Chihuahuas are a breed all their own. The feisty little spitfires and national dogs of Mexico were the focus of research published this summer in Nature Communications , and it turns out they have a certain wild-animal DNA that will make so much sense once you hear it. If you’ve ever parented a Chihuahua or happen to have crossed one of their paths, you know these attitude-heavy canines pack a lot of punch in their tiny bodies . Ahead, I’ll walk you through the results of this study and explain how the heck researchers even determined this mind-blowing revelation. Read on to learn more about this fascinating study. Get  Reader’s Digest ’s  Read Up newsletter for more pet news, tech, humor, travel and fun facts all week long. So what type of animal is in a Chihuahua? Your ferocious but lovable little lap dog has coyote blood coursing through his veins! Researchers confirmed this astounding fact whil...

It’s officially pumpkin spice season, and you know what that means! Cozy sweaters, pumpkin patches and, of course, that first glorious sip of a pumpkin spice latte. Whether you’re the type to order one the second it hits the menu or you’ve already lost count of how many you’ve had this fall (no judgment!), there’s just something about a PSL that makes the season feel complete. But just when you thought your favorite fall drink couldn’t get any more festive, the internet said, “Hold my pumpkin.” That’s right! A viral fall tradition is making its annual comeback on TikTok and Instagram, and it’s giving everyone’s favorite seasonal coffee order an adorable twist. You might have seen this trend pop up on your feed in previous years, but if you’ve never actually tried it yourself, consider this your sign to finally get in on the fun. And the best part? You don’t need to be a social media influencer to join the pum...