There is a way to fix Social Security. And the solution might surprise you
Three proposals to fix Social Security pull every lever: raising the wage cap, a gradual payroll tax increase and pushing full retirement age to 70.
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El-Sayed tries to put the Hasan Piker debate behind him as midterms approach
Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed repeatedly deflected calls to disavow Twitch streamer Hasan Piker's controversial rhetoric.
Ukraine fires drone barrage as Russia launches elections
Ukraine has launched a barrage of drones on Moscow and other regions as Russia opened polls for its first parliamentary elections since the start of the war.
Israel is killing the people who could end its wars
From Iran to Gaza and Lebanon, assassinations have repeatedly removed figures capable of negotiating an end to conflict.
United Nations says US may have committed war crimes in Iran: What it means
UN probe finds US unlawfully struck an Iranian school and sports centre, killing children; White House rejects findings.
Italien erwägt Marinemission im Roten Meer zum Schutz von Frachtern
Die Huthi-Miliz kontrolliert die Meerenge Bab al-Mandab im Roten Meer weitgehend. Ohne auf die EU zu warten, will Italien dort Schiffe mit der eigenen Marine schützen. Die Ankündigung dürfte vor allem ein Signal in Richtung Brüssel sein.
Many Trump ‘enemies’ are being spoon-fed to him by one conservative think tank
Analysis by The Independent finds the group has had an outsized influence on the White House’s policies towards Democratic-aligned groups and issues
Mamata Gets All India Trinamool Congress, Ritabrata Faction Named Democratic Trinamool Congress - ABP Live English
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Friday allotted new names and election symbols to the two rival factions of the Trinamool Congress, a day after barring both groups from using the party's existing name and “Flowers and Grass” symbol ahead of the October 6 West Bengal byp...
Tamil Nadu govt. firm on two-language policy, not to provide land for Navodaya schools: Minister Rajmohan
The Minister’s statement came after the Supreme Court’s observation that Tamil Nadu had to change the “mindset” that Hindi cannot be taught on the soil of the State
Kapil Dev on India-Pakistan row: Players have to follow government decision
Former India captain Kapil Dev has said Indian cricketers have little choice but to follow the government’s position on interactions with Pakistani players, amid the controversies involving the two countries in cricket.
Nandigram bypoll: TMC candidate withdraws after Suvendu meet, Mamata backs Cong
Nandigram bypoll: TMC candidate withdraws nomination, Mamata to support Congress
Judge says Trump can't demolish Kennedy Center. And, lawsuits target voter intimidation
A federal judge ruled yesterday that President Trump cannot tear down the Kennedy Center without a 30-day notice. And, recent lawsuits seek to keep armed federal officers away from polling sites.
Germany faces energy tax losses as EV sales rise
The rapid shift to electric vehicles in Germany is cutting fuel tax revenue. As EV sales surge, policymakers face growing pressure to find new ways to fund roads and transportation infrastructure.
Nigeria: Protests erupt over deaths of 37 miners in custody
Dozens of suspects accused of illegal mining were found dead in custody in Nigeria's north-central Niger State. Officials blame disease, while reports cite overcrowding and poor ventilation.
Russians vote in elections with no party opposing Putin or war in Ukraine
The three-day vote will fill 450 Duma seats and 11 regional governorships, with only parties backing Putin and Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine on the ballot. Despite official denials of a new draft, fears of mobilisation are overshadowing the vote.
Democratic Momentum Builds as Early Voting Begins in Several States
Polling suggests Democrats are on par for their last wave election in 2018.
Trump's Low Approval Rating Pressures GOP Ahead of 2026 Midterms
With the US midterm election about six weeks away, President Donald Trump's approval rating is near record lows. Voters now trust Democrats more than Republicans on a laundry list of issues: to handle the economy, health care, immigration, the deficit, cost of living and foreign ...
Germany’s Merz under pressure ahead of state elections - Semafor
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced growing pressure on his leadership ahead of state elections in which polls suggest his governing party will fare badly.