Neil Postman warned in 1988 about the fragility of human intelligence in the face of media distractions and the rise of visual culture. Recent OECD assessments showed declines in literacy skills in many countries, attributed in part to technology changing how people consume information. AI tools like ChatGPT offer potential to enhance lower-skilled workers’ performance but may also lead to dependence if foundational skills are lacking.
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Are You Among the Estimated 452,000 Americans Losing Part of Your Social Security Check?
As of 2023, Americans aged 60 and older hold approximately $125 billion in student loans, with around 452,000 borrowers aged 62 and older in default. Starting in June, the Trump administration will resume aggressive collection efforts that were paused during the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially impacting Social Security benefits for borrowers unable to repay their loans. Those receiving Social Security may face reductions in their benefits to cover outstanding loan amounts, whether they took out loans...
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