Lena Dunham 
The VA Disability Pay Raise for Veterans with a 60% disability rating will take effect in November 2025. This increase is part of the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) designed to help veterans maintain their purchasing power amid rising inflation. Overview of the 2025 VA Disability COLA Increase Effective Date: November 2025 Estimated COLA Increase: 2.5%–2.8% … Read more
The Advance Child Tax Credit (ACTC) increase in 2025 will provide significant financial relief to eligible American families. In October 2025, the IRS will issue payments of up to $1,700 per qualifying child under the age of 17 to assist families in managing household expenses amid ongoing inflation. Overview of the 2025 ACTC Boost Payment … Read more
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) have issued a joint warning to the public regarding misinformation about an alleged R13,000 youth grant supposedly being paid in November 2025. Both agencies have confirmed that no such payment exists and that the circulating messages are part of a scam … Read more
Despite widespread speculation about a double Old Age Grant payment in November 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has not confirmed any official doubling of payouts. However, South African senior citizens will receive a regular increase that began in October 2025 and continues through November, consistent with the standard indexation adjustment applied to … Read more
Since November 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has introduced significant updates to its grant framework. These changes include new income and asset limits, enhanced verification procedures, and a shift toward online reviews and applications. The reforms aim to modernize administration and ensure that only eligible citizens continue to receive benefits. Revised Income … Read more
Australian seniors will see their Centrelink Age Pension rise significantly in November 2025, with increases of up to $3,650 additional each year for eligible recipients. This boost results from regular indexation and cost-of-living adjustments made to support older Australians facing rising expenses. New Age Pension Rates (Effective November 2025) Single Pensioner: $1,178.70 per fortnight (approximately … Read more
The Carer Supplement 2025 will begin distribution in November 2025 to provide additional financial support to eligible Australian carers. This annual lump-sum payment is designed to acknowledge the valuable contribution of carers supporting people with disability, medical conditions, or frailty. The payment is automatically issued to those receiving eligible carer payments. Who Is Eligible for … Read more
Australian seniors receiving the Age Pension will receive a significant pay increase in November 2025 following the latest indexation adjustment and cost-of-living correction. The new rates reflect the government’s ongoing commitment to supporting retirees amid inflationary pressures. New Age Pension Rates (Effective November 2025) Single Pensioner: New maximum rate of $1,178.70 per fortnight (including basic … Read more
The Disability Support Pension (DSP) in Australia will see a significant increase starting on 18 October 2025. The new payment rates and qualifying conditions will be adjusted through the standard indexation process that applies to all regular pensions in Australia. Updated DSP Payment Rates (Effective November 2025) Single DSP Recipients: New maximum rate: $1,051.30 per … Read more
There is no new $1,600 fine being introduced in Australia starting 2 November 2025 that bans eating, drinking, or vaping while driving. The claims circulating on social media are false and have been debunked by official road authorities and major Australian news outlets. What’s Actually True? No New Nationwide Prohibition: As of November 2025, Australia … Read more