WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted to pass a sweeping defense policy bill Wednesday that authorizes $900 billion in military programs, including a pay raise for troops and an overhaul of how the ...

A pay raise is on the way for millions of American workers next year. On Jan. 1, minimum wage rates will climb in 19 states and 49 cities and counties across the US. That’s good news for many ...

With the 2.8% COLA for 2026, the average retiree will get about $56 more per month. But that extra money doesn't arrive at the same time for everyone. Social Security pays on a strict schedule, so the ...

U.S. Marines stand at parade rest in a formation during a change of command ceremony at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 8, 2025. (Lance Cpl. Weston Brown/U.S. Marine Corps) U.S. service members will ...

Tens of thousands of blue-collar Defense Department workers are slated to receive their long-delayed 2024 pay raises. The raises were stalled for nearly a year after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s ...

CubeSmart remains a Buy, supported by resilient financials, more attractive dividend yield now, and long-term industry tailwinds. CUBE's Q3 results showed stable occupancy and improved guidance, but ...

BOJ to weigh 'pros and cons' of rate hike in December, Ueda says Rate hike is easing of accelerator, not applying brakes -Ueda Yen, bond yields rise as markets raise bets of December hike BOJ to offer ...

Emergency personnel keep a presence following the shooting of two National Guard soldiers near the White House Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025, in Washington. AP It’s long past time America’s immigration ...

He rolls out of bed, lets his dog out and drinks his first cup of coffee. After making sure his kids’ water bottles are full, Reid walks to nearby Lewisburg Elementary School. In the crisp air and ...

Usama has a passion for video games and a talent for capturing their magic in writing. He brings games to life with his words, and he's been fascinated by games for as long as he's had a joystick in ...

One of socialist Zohran Mamdani’s first decisions as mayor could be whether to give himself and his City Council pals a big fat pay raise. Councilwoman Nantasha Williams (D-Queens) pushed a bill ...

The Milwaukee Common Council approved a new four-year contract with the Milwaukee Police Association. The deal includes 14.25% in raises for officers, plus $25 million in back pay for 2023-2025. The ...