Tag: Agency
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Israel bans UNRWA, the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees
Israel’s parliament voted Monday to ban the operations of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, the main humanitarian aid agency operating in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement on the legislation reiterating the accusations that UNRWA employees are involved in terrorist activities in the region. An investigation by the U.N. Office…
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Agency increases payments for retirees and beneficiaries
Social Security recipients can expect a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase in their payments starting in 2025 amid cooling inflation. It’s the smallest increase since 2021. The amount equates to a top-line figure of approximately $48 more per month, with check amounts rising from $1,920 to $1,968. On Thursday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported…