For many Americans, the thought of retirement often revolves around reaching the magical age of 65. However, the full retirement age (FRA) for Social Security benefits has been gradually increasing, and for those born in 1959, it will hit 66 years and 10 months starting in 2025. While the change may seem small, it has …
$1702 PFD Stimulus Check 2025: Thousands of Alaska residents are set to receive a $1,702 stimulus payment in May and October 2025, thanks to the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program, a state initiative that distributes income generated by the state’s natural resources, primarily oil. The $1,702 payment corresponds to the 2024 dividend, consisting of $1,403.83 as part of the regular dividend and …
The U.S. Department of Education is taking stronger steps in its investigation of how Minnesota schools are handling gender and sports. The department is working with the U.S. Department of Justice to look into whether female athletes are being treated unfairly, especially after a recent softball match raised new concerns. What Happened in Minnesota Over …
The U.S. Department of Education is asking the Department of Justice to step in after New York’s education leaders tried to stop schools from using mascots and designs that honor Native American history. This move goes against a federal law that protects against discrimination based on race or national origin. What Happened The New York …
Starting this fall, high school students in Mississippi will no longer need to pass a U.S. history test to graduate. The Mississippi State Board of Education recently voted to remove this requirement. However, students are still required to study and pass U.S. history classes during high school. Why the Test Was Removed Paula Vanderford, the …
Starting from the upcoming school year, high school students in Mississippi will no longer need to pass the U.S. history state test to graduate. This decision was officially made on Thursday by the Mississippi State Board of Education. History Classes Still Mandatory Even though the state test is being removed, students will still have to …
