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Kansas Couple Charged with Fraudulently Collecting Deceased Relative’s Retirement Benefits and Hiding Body in Home for 6+ Years

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas – A Kansas couple is facing charges for allegedly collecting over $216,000 in retirement benefits from a deceased relative while concealing his body in their home for more than six years. Lynn and Kirk Ritter, both 61, are accused of fraudulently cashing in on Michael Carroll’s pension and Social Security benefits, according to federal prosecutors. Carroll, a retired telecommunications employee, had been receiving retirement benefits since 2008, even though his pacemaker indicated …

Sony Announces ’28 Years Later’ Summer 2025 Release Date Directed by Danny Boyle

Los Angeles, California – Fans of the popular “28 Days Later” franchise have something to look forward to as Sony Pictures has announced the release of the third installment, “28 Years Later,” set to hit theaters in the summer of 2025. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, the film will continue the story following the success of “28 Days Later” in 2002 and “28 Weeks Later” in 2007. Initial reports about the …

Commissioner Kent Carper Announces Retirement After 28 Years in Kanawha County

KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. – After dedicating 28 years to public service, Kanawha County Commissioner Kent Carper announced his retirement on Friday due to health concerns. Carper expressed gratitude to the community for their support in a statement released, emphasizing the importance of passing the torch to ensure effective leadership. The Kanawha County Commission acknowledged Carper’s resignation after nearly three decades of service. The Commission plans to address the vacancy left by Carper at an upcoming …

Trust Fund Depletion: Social Security Running Out of Money in 9 Years

Washington, D.C., May 7 – The Social Security Administration released its annual trust fund report yesterday, revealing a grim forecast for the future of the program. According to the report, the trust fund balances are projected to be depleted by the year 2033, leaving Social Security’s most crucial fund running out of money in just nine years. Despite being an official projection signed by top government officials, including the Secretaries of the Treasury, Labor, and …

Retirement Savings Survey Highlights Americans’ Uncertain Future in Golden Years

Miami, Florida – Many Americans are unsure about how much money they will need for retirement, especially as Social Security faces potential benefit reductions in the near future. Calculating the magic number for retirement savings has become increasingly challenging, leading to heightened efforts by workers to boost their savings. According to the results of the 2024 Retirement Confidence Survey conducted by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) and Greenwald Research, half of Americans have attempted …

Gray Divorce: Navigating Financial Fallout After Separation in Later Years

Chicago, IL – Divorce can have devastating effects, both emotionally and financially, especially for older Americans. Kimberlee Davis experienced this firsthand when she got divorced from her husband of over 20 years in her early 50s. Moving from the U.S. to England for her husband’s career, Davis found herself having to start over in her home country with no credit history and having to rebuild her career in finance after years of caring for her …

Social Security Crisis: Congress Must Act Within 10 Years to Secure Future

Washington, D.C. – Congress faces a looming deadline to address the financial challenges of Social Security before the program exhausts its funds. Experts warn that without significant reforms, Social Security will struggle to meet its obligations within the next decade. The pressure is mounting for lawmakers to take action and ensure the long-term stability of this crucial social safety net. Currently, Social Security is funded through payroll taxes, with workers contributing to the program throughout …

Brooks Nader Sports Illustrated Model and Husband Billy Haire Split Amicably After 4 Years of Marriage

New Orleans, Louisiana – Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader and her husband Billy Haire have decided to part ways after four years of marriage, as confirmed by Us Weekly on May 3. The separation of the 27-year-old model and her advertising executive husband was reportedly amicable, with the news first reported by Page Six. The couple first met in New York City and dated for three years before Haire proposed in October 2018. Nader shared …

Medicare Fraud Scheme Lands Clarence Center Man in Prison for 7.5 Years

A Clarence Center man has been sentenced to 7 ½ years in federal prison for his involvement in a scheme that led to $29 million in false Medicare claims. Jeffrey Brooks, 40, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and has been ordered to pay more than $15.2 million in restitution to Medicare and the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. According to the U.S. …

“Anniversary”: Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Celebrate 28 Years of Eternal Love and Memories

New York, USA – Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary on Wednesday, May 1, marking nearly three decades of love and partnership. The couple, who first met on the set of the soap opera “All My Children” in 1995, exchanged heartfelt messages of love and gratitude on the set of “Live with Kelly and Mark.” Ripa, 53, expressed excitement as they danced to Stevie Wonder’s classic song “As,” a soundtrack that …