Household energy bills in Britain will rise by 1.2% in January, with the price cap set to increase to £1,738 a year. The higher cap reflects the impact of rising wholesale gas prices, despite some cheaper deals returning to the market. The UK government faces criticism for the price cap rise and cutting winter fuel payments, as industry executives and campaigners call for additional support for struggling households.
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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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