Why you received a $90 Social Security payment? Here’s who qualifies for the Medicare rebate and when you’ll get itWhy you received a $90 Social Security payment? The federal government is using $2 billion from a 2008 reserve fund to give 20.8 million tr...
07 Oct, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Is America’s $40 trillion debt driving Treasury yields above 5% as interest costs hit $1 trillion and overtake defense spending?America’s debt has crossed $40 trillion, with roughly $1 trillion added in only five months. A 10-year Treasury yield of 5.04% has made new...
05 Oct, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
AI's race to transform the world before the money runs outCumulative spending globally on data centers alone could top $30 trillion by 2050, according to a projection by PwC, almost matching the va...
04 Oct, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
AI's race to transform the world before the money runs outInvestment in AI technology continues to rise, surpassing historical investments seen in railways and the internet. Major AI firms are expe...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Trump administration rescinds Congressional spending: White House adopts 'pocket rescission' technique to bypass U.S. Congress. All about latest feud over budget before November Mid-term elections 2026White House is deploying a rarely used technique known as a "pocket rescission" that bypasses Congress. Senator Susan Collins, who chairs t...
26 Sep, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- Trump administration uses rare authority to claw back nearly $1B in spending approved by Congress
President Donald Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending approved by Congress, targeting programs for immigrants, migrant students...
26 Sep, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
- Republicans unleash spending blitz of $900 million in record US midterms
Republicans are making a significant investment of approximately $900 million for advertising during the midterm elections. Despite this sp...
24 Sep, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
Social Security could face a 22% benefit cut in 2032 - here are the changes being discussedSocial Security is approaching a funding gap projected to occur by 2032, necessitating Congressional intervention. Options under considerat...
24 Sep, 2026, 05.25 AM IST
Trump’s Iran war bill hits $45.1 billion and countingThe Pentagon estimates the US conflict with Iran has cost $45.1 billion. This figure surpasses earlier Congressional Budget Office projecti...
20 Sep, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Donald Trump seeks to bring health-research funding under his control, Politico reportsPresident Trump aims to place national health research funding under political appointees. A new board would decide which National Institut...
20 Sep, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
Trump's pressure on NATO is reshaping Europe's defences. Will it break the alliance?European nations are increasing defence spending and exploring alternatives to American military technology. This shift is happening as dou...
17 Sep, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
AM radio could soon return to every new car in America — here’s what the House bill means for car buyers, emergency alerts and electric vehiclesThe US House passed a bill requiring automakers to include AM radio. This legislation ensures access to local news and emergency broadcasts...
17 Sep, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in spaceIn a significant development, the United States has confirmed the deployment of weapons in space as a defensive measure, aiming to counter ...
16 Sep, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
US military says it destroyed 2 small Iranian boats trying to steal a sea droneThe US military destroyed two Iranian boats attempting to seize a drone ship. This incident occurred in waters off Iran, escalating recent ...
16 Sep, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Iran war cost hits $38 billion, forecast to rise $3 billion a month, CBO saysThe six-month U.S. war against Iran has cost $38 billion through August 1, with expenses projected to rise by $3 billion monthly, the Congr...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Karnataka CM DK Shivkumar says 'Donald Trump is copying us' as US president announces $5000 to every adult if Republicans win mid-termsKarnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has compared US President Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 payment to American adults with Congress’ w...
15 Sep, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to actPresident Donald Trump is leading the opposition to recent calls by tech leaders seeking greater government oversight, including Anthropic'...
15 Sep, 2026, 09.46 AM IST