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Heads up, Social Security recipients: An extra check could be heading your way. Thanks to a quirk in the 2024 and 2025 calendars, two checks could be delivered to recipients instead of one, starting next month. Supplemental Security Income recipients typically receive their checks on the first of each month, but in November this year, a […]
(ANALYSIS) If you’ve spent time on Facebook over the past six months, you may have noticed photorealistic images that are too good to be true: children holding paintings that look like the work of professional artists, or majestic log cabin interiors that are the stuff of Airbnb dreams. Others, such as renderings of Jesus made […]
Giving trends Most pastors say their offering plates were at least as full as expected this year, but few saw giving top their budget. Half (50%) say giving this year has been about what they budgeted. Only once since 2008 have as many pastors seen their giving line up closely with their budget. In 2019, […]
The full results are expected to take another week to finalize and there have been allegations of electoral fraud and threats of a nationwide protest by opposition candidates. But in the vote count from Mozambique’s Oct. 9 general election, Daniel Chapo leads, and Reuters writes he is “widely expected to win.” With outgoing President Filipe […]
(ANALYSIS) It was the rare Trump quote that caused groans as it rocketed through conservative media. But this soundbite came from an upcoming memoir from former first lady Melania Trump: “Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body? A woman’s fundamental right of […]
Becoming a good conversationalist requires a varied set of skills in your communication toolbox. Some people have the gift of gab and can talk to anyone about anything. And some people struggle to make small talk. What separates the two isn’t knowing what to talk about; it’s polishing up your communication skills so you can […]
Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at Ukraine’s plan to end the war against Russia, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, and Poland’s new migration strategy. ‘Peace Through Strength’ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky unveiled his “victory plan” to win the war against Russia on Wednesday while delivering his first address to parliament this year. He […]
United Airlines did not mention the cost of July’s CrowdStrike IT outage in its earnings report. The incident especially affected Delta, which canceled thousands of flights. United executives took a subtle jab at Delta by highlighting their “no excuses” philosophy. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on […]
Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese pulled back the curtain on the financial realities of playing in the WNBA when she revealed her salary doesn’t cover her $8,000 rent. Reese crunched the numbers in real time during an Instagram Live video and joked she’s “living beyond my means.” NBACentral @TheDunkCentral Angel Reese says […]
Steps, template, and examples to use when you need to ask someone for a professional introduction. Throughout the course of your career, there will be times when you need to ask for an introduction–even when you don’t want to. Whether you’re a new entrepreneur looking for an “in” with investors or just seeking a career […]