Social Security COLA 2027: Why a $73 monthly boost could spell trouble ahead of October 14 announcement

Social Security COLA 2027: Retirees may get a $73 monthly boost as inflation and funding concerns grow. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File) (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)

The US Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) after the September inflation report is released on October 14. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics will publish the report at 8:30 am ET, providing the final inflation data needed to calculate the increase. Social Security COLA 2027: Retirees may get … Read more

Las Vegas flooding update: NWS issues flood watch as Tropical Storm Rachel brings record rainfall

Las Vegas recorded 1.08 inches of rain by Sunday morning, breaking its daily rainfall record, (Unsplash/ Representative image)

vegas broke its daily rainfall record on Sunday, October 11, after receiving more than an inch of rain as Tropical Storm Rachel brought heavy showers and thunderstorms to the area. The downpour also led to a flash flood warning. Las Vegas recorded 1.08 inches of rain by Sunday morning, breaking its daily rainfall record, (Unsplash/ … Read more

SNL cold open last night: What did Colin Jost say about Pete Hegseth and RFK Jr. in the latest skit?

SNL mocks Pete Hegseth and RFK Jr. in its latest cold open. (REUTERS)

Saturday Night Live mocked US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in its latest cold open. The comedy sketch made fun of the two members of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet through jokes about the military, public executions, health concerns and food safety. SNL mocks Pete Hegseth … Read more

Tornado in Fayetteville, NC? Latest radar updates as warning continues for Cumberland County

Tornado watch issued for Fayetteville, North Carolina. (UnSplash)

Update (12:12 p.m. EDT): Latest radar images suggest a possible tornado north of Fayetteville, North Carolina. Several storm chasers have shared radar images showing signs of possible tornadic activity. However, neither the National Weather Service nor local authorities have confirmed a tornado touchdown. Tornado watch issued for Fayetteville, North Carolina. (UnSplash) Also Read: San Diego … Read more

Apple HomeView: Release date, features, design and what to know before October 13 launch

Apple HomeView smart home hub with a display, speaker base and Siri features. (AP)

Apple is preparing to introduce a new smart home hub called HomeView. The device is expected to be announced on October 13 as part of Apple’s “Welcome home” event. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the new device will become part of Apple’s smart home product range. Apple HomeView smart home hub with a display, speaker … Read more

NC and SC tornado watch today: Which counties and cities are under severe weather alert? Full list

Tornado watch issued for several NC and SC counties. (UnSplash)

The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Watch 680 for 10 counties across southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina. The watch is in effective until 5 p.m. EDT on Sunday. Tornado watch issued for several NC and SC counties. (UnSplash) Which counties are under the tornado watch? In North Carolina, the watch covers six … Read more

‘Russia diesel deal good for Americans’: Trump official vows to use all legal means to push it

Scott Bessent, US treasury secretary, left, and US President Donald Trump (Bloomberg)

US treasury secretary Scott Bessent has pitched the Russia diesel deal, under which the Moscow is likely to supply nearly 5 million tons of diesel fuel to global energy markets, as a positive prospect for the Americans. Scott Bessent, US treasury secretary, left, and US President Donald Trump (Bloomberg) “Russia deal is good for Americans. … Read more

California El Nino latest forecast: When will it hit and how to prepare

Latest El Nino forecast for California. (AP)

California is preparing for a possibly historic El Nino this winter. Forecasts warn of heavy rain, floods, landslides and huge waves along the coast. As the weather pattern grows stronger, officials are getting ready for its possible impact on the state. Latest El Nino forecast for California. (AP) What is the forecast? California is getting … Read more

Pope Leo XIV calls death penalty inadmissible after US announces plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's execution: Attack on the dignity of the person

Pope Leo XIV calls death penalty ‘inadmissible’ after US announces plans to livestream Nidal Hasan's execution (Photo by Filippo MONTEFORTE / AFP) (AFP)

Pope Leo XIV called the death penalty “inadmissible” as he marked the World Day Against the Death Penalty. His statement comes after the US announced plans to livestream the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan. Pope Leo XIV calls death penalty ‘inadmissible’ after US announces plans to livestream Nidal Hasan’s execution (Photo by Filippo MONTEFORTE … Read more

Why is the Justice Department investigating ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC and Fox News? Trump White House press pool boycott explained

The US Justice Department has launched an antitrust investigation into five major television networks after they briefly suspended White House pool coverage 

REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo (REUTERS)

The US Justice Department on Saturday announced that it is investigating five major television networks after the Trump White House Pool boycott, Reuters reported. It is investigating whether the networks violated federal antitrust laws when they briefly halted pooled White House coverage in protest of President Donald Trump’s decision to revoke press credentials from three … Read more