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WALDORF, Md. — Local students will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and speak out against tobacco use at a special event on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities, Inc., together with the Nu Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® and the Charles County Department … Read more

Imagine stumbling upon a penny so rare that it could change your life forever. That’s exactly what happened to a young boy while visiting his grandfather. What started as an ordinary afternoon ended in the discovery of a coin worth more than most luxury homes—a true treasure hidden in plain sight. A Rainy Day, a … Read more

It’s tax refund season—and for many Americans, that means eagerly checking their bank accounts for that long-awaited deposit from the IRS. But how long should you expect to wait? And is there any way to speed up the process? Even in the best-case scenario, the IRS typically needs up to 21 days to process your … Read more

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the next round of retirement benefit payments for May 2025, with some retirees set to receive up to $5,108. While this maximum amount is reserved for high earners who delayed retirement, millions of other beneficiaries will also see their monthly payments hit their accounts soon. Here’s what you … Read more

In the upcoming days, eligible retirees in the United States who are 62 years old will receive up to $2,831 in Social Security payments. The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a specific payment schedule, and if you qualify, your payment will arrive on one of the following dates: May 14, 2025 May 21, 2025 May … Read more

Imagine digging through your coin jar or getting change from the store and discovering a penny that could make you a millionaire. Sounds like a fantasy—but it’s real. A rare coin known as the 1943-D Bronze Lincoln Wheat Penny is considered one of the most valuable coins in existence, with one specimen estimated to be … Read more

As the cost of living continues to rise, the Canadian government is providing financial relief to seniors through various benefit programs. Eligible seniors may receive up to $4,100 in combined payments from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and Service Canada in May 2025. This article outlines the eligibility criteria, payment schedules, and steps to ensure you receive the full amount.​ Understanding … Read more

In response to ongoing inflation and rising living costs, the Canadian government has announced a one-time $250 GST Relief Payment scheduled for May 2025. This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to low- and middle-income Canadians, helping them manage essential expenses. The payment will be administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and is designed … Read more

The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment provided to eligible families to assist with the cost of raising children under 18. Administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the amount you receive is based on your Adjusted Family Net Income (AFNI), the number of children, and their ages. Understanding the CCB’s recalculation process and updating … Read more

The Australian Government has announced a $300 energy rebate for all households as part of its efforts to ease the cost of living pressures. Running from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, this initiative is part of a $3.5 billion expansion of the Energy Bill Relief Fund and aims to deliver immediate financial relief … Read more