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World - / Nov 23, 2025 - COLA increases Social Security payments for 2026: Boosts confirmed for retirees, spouses, survivors and disability recipients - Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in their monthly payments starting January 2026. This adjustment will benefit over 75 million Americans, including retirees and disabled workers. While welcome, the rise may not fully cover escalating living costs, especially healthcare. Higher earnings limits for those working while receiving benefits are also set for 2026.

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World - / Nov 23, 2025 - Who is Indian-origin Nicholas Singh, one of Canada's 25 most wanted criminals, arrested in Toronto? Canadian authorities apprehended Indian-origin Nicholas Singh, a high-risk fugitive, in Toronto. Singh, wanted for parole violations and previously convicted of robbery and firearm offenses, was found with a firearm and ammunition. He was at No 15 on Canada's list of 25 most wanted fugitives.

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