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China Eyes 'Voluntary and Flexible' Retirement Age Increase to Address Aging Population

China's Communist Party is considering a gradual and flexible increase in the retirement age to address pension system pressures caused by an aging population and declining birth rates.


Olympic Gold Medalists to Receive $50,000 Prize Money for the First Time

For the first time ever, track and field gold medalists in the Paris Olympics will receive $50,000 prize money despite resistance from critics who claimed that it would undermine the spirit of the gam..

US Online Spending Surge to $7.2 Billion, Thanks to Amazon Prime Day Frenzy

The first day of Amazon's Prime Day event in the U.S. saw $7.2 billion in online sales, surpassing expectations and marking an 11.3% increase from the previous year...

NBA Star LeBron James Partners With Canyon to Inspire New Generation of Cyclists

Canyon Bicycles announced its collaboration with NBA star LeBron James and several other riders to promote its line of bicycles and inspire the next generation of cyclists regardless of terrain and pr..


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US Seniors: What You Need to Know About Retirement Abroad
With a growing number of people in the US choosing to retire elsewhere, those doing so are advised to research thoroughly on where to retire and enjoy their Social Security payments as much as possibl
Investment Banker at Bank of America Dies from Blood Clot, Cited 100-Hour Weeks as Reason for Wanting to Leave
A Bank of America investment banker, previously a Green Beret, died from a blood clot after planning to leave his 100-hour-per-week job.
Barge Hits Bridge in Galveston, Texas Causing Partial Collapse, Oil Spill
A barge collided with a causeway in Galveston, Texas, breaking a portion of the bridge and spilling oil into the water but resulting in no casualties.
New York State’s EBT System to Undergo 11-Hour Outage Due to Maintenance, Upgrade on May 19
The New York Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance has advised Electronic Benefits Transfer cardholders to make adjustments as the EBT system would be down for 11 hours on May 19.
Joe Biden Makes False Inflation Claim Again, Renewing Criticisms—Here's The Truth
US President Joe Biden makes a false inflation claim again. His remarks drew attention and received criticism on social media.
More Underage Teens Illegally Buy Knives on TikTok, Telegram as Criminals Influence Young People in Digital Way
Police are deeply concerned about the ongoing issue of underage teenagers buying knives online as the sale of weapons through social media platforms by illegal dealers is a troubling trend that contin
US Small Business Confidence Ticks Up for First Time in 2024, But Inflation Remains a Headache for Owners
US small business confidence improved in April, but inflation remains a top concern for owners, according to a new survey.
Student Loan Interest Rate Reaches Highest in Over a Decade, Education Department Reveals
The interest rate on new federal student loans for undergraduates during the upcoming 2024-25 academic year will reach its highest rate in over a decade.
SNAP Benefits 2024: Storm-Affected Residents to Receive Replacement Applications, Extended Deadline
More households in storm-affected counties can now submit replacement applications for SNAP benefits.
Walmart Is Laying off Hundreds of Employees, Asking Remote Workers to Move to Offices
Walmart is reportedly laying off hundreds of corporate employees and requesting all its remote workers to move to the company's offices.
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