Social Security is on track to be insolvent in less than 10 years — but its commissioner says there’s ‘plenty of time’ to find a solution

Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano says there’s “plenty of time” to fix the program’s funding woes — even though its trustees have warned insolvency is less than 10 years away.

Newsom’s press office under scrutiny for social media post targeting Kristi Noem

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press office could be investigated for a social media post that some Republicans perceived as a threat to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem amid a heightened threat environment for political figures.
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Social Media and Mental Distress

"The Anxious Generation" and other works have shone a harsh light on social media and its effects on youth mental health. Parents seem convinced, youth more conflicted.

Social Security could change eligibility rules for disability — blocking benefits for 750,000 disabled Americans

It would mark the most significant changes to the disability program in its history, according to Jack Smalligan, senior policy fellow at the Urban Institute. SSA’s expected rule change could reduce SSDI eligibility by as much as 20% overall, and as much as 30% among older adults, he said.

Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Was Just Updated. Here's Where It Stands.

The non-partisan Senior Citizens League, an advocacy group, tracks inflation data during the year to keep Social Security recipients updated on potential COLAs for the new year. Based on inflation data from August that was released in September, the group thinks 2026's COLA will amount to 2.7%. This is the same projection it put out a month prior.

Caitlin Clark says she was fined $200 for social media post about referees

Caitlin Clark said referees couldn’t stop her Indiana Fever. The WNBA made her pay for it. The Fever’s star guard, who is sidelined for the postseason with a right groin injury, posted on social media

Miss America defends pageant makeup after social media trolls took aim

Cassie Donegan, who overcame a difficult childhood and bullying to become Miss America, is now facing social media criticism about her appearance with grace and determination.

Jonathan Kuminga deletes social media right as Warriors negotiations ramp up

Disgruntled Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has deleted his Instagram and X accounts with the deadline to end his negotiating stalemate looming larger than ever.

5 big changes coming to Social Security in 2026 that may surprise retirees

The Social Security Administration increases the amount of taxable earnings every year to account for wage inflation. For 2025, the maximum taxable earnings is $176,100 — that's up from $168,600 in 2024. That number will continue to climb higher in 2026, which means more revenue collection for Social Security, as some workers pay more in taxes.
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