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These kids want to go to school. The main obstacle? Paperwork

Thousands of kids went missing from schools during the pandemic

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

O'Malley confirmed as Social Security commissioner - Roll Call

The Senate confirmed former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley, a one-time Democratic presidential contender, as Social Security commissioner.

Roll Call · Dec 18, 2023

Social Security On Monthly 'Watch' Till Overpayment Issue Is Fixed

The Social Security Administration must meet with a Senate panel monthly until the agency's $23 billion overpayment issue is resolved.

Kiplinger · Dec 18, 2023

How Finances Can Improve for Retirees — and the Next Two Generations

Hypothetical retirees from 2017 are in much better financial shape today, thanks to annuities and higher interest rates. Their kids and grandkids stand to also reap the benefits.

Kiplinger · Dec 13, 2023

Poll: Where Republican candidates align with most Americans — and where they don't

A new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll tested policy positions on some of the most hot-button political issues facing the country — from abortion rights and gender identity, to immigration and spending.

WEKU · Dec 13, 2023

Mizoram govt. outlines seven areas of focus

Mizoram Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati said seven broad areas of thrust encompassing six basic needs would be accorded importance in the next five years while addressing the first session of the newly constituted ninth Legislative Assembly.

The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023

RSS trade union arm to protest Centre’s policies again

BMS to hold 2nd protest rally in 1 month; workers demand social security benefits, permanent jobs. Anganwadi teachers, cooks, ASHA workers to march to Parliament. BMS to support demand for permanent jobs; will meet Union Ministers with workers' demand charter. Central trade unions urge Bihar Govt. not to follow Centre's…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Increased demand for geriatric care has fuelled demand for social security and labour shortage, says Labour Secretary

Increased demand for geriatric care has led to labor shortage, new job creation & reliance on AI. Five initiatives needed to address this: agility of workforce, mobility, formalisation, social security & inspection system reforms. PM Gati Shakti Master Plan & National Logistics Policy also discussed.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Money spent on Trident could be used on social security after independence

THE money Scotland spends on nuclear weapons would instead be invested in a stronger social security system after independence, a Cabinet Secretary…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 6, 2023

Why billionaires are flocking to Haley

Haley's eagerness to cut entitlement programs is winning over the richest Republicans

Salon · Dec 6, 2023