Japan has developed a 72-foot robotic arm to collect radioactive debris from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant, helping engineers safely study and remove dangerous material left after the 2011 disaster.
The election, held on March 5, 2026, is the first major national vote since the 2025 youth-led protests that reshaped Nepal’s political landscape.
The IRS says new tax deductions introduced under recent policies are raising refunds in 2026. Taxpayers using these benefits are receiving about $775 more on average this filing season.
Some U.S. taxpayers may qualify for a refund of up to $5,000 through the Adoption Tax Credit. The payment is not a new stimulus and only applies to families with eligible adoption expenses.
India, observing closely, aims to work with the incoming government to strengthen bilateral ties. India’s Ministry of External Affairs expressed optimism over the potentially stable government in Nepal, a critical partner for regional stability.
The VA has announced 2026 disability compensation rates. Monthly tax-free payments depend on a veteran’s disability rating from 0% to 100%, with higher payments available for veterans who have eligible dependents.
The IRS has introduced Schedule 1-A for Form 1040 to help taxpayers claim deductions on tips, overtime pay, car loan interest, and senior benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers debt relief options for veterans struggling with repayments. Programs may include payment plans, reduced settlements or full waivers depending on financial hardship and eligibility.
Texas SNAP benefits for March 2026 will be distributed between March 16 and 28 for households approved after June 2020. Payment dates depend on the last two digits of the EDG number.
Texas Lottery announced the March 2, 2026 results. Powerball numbers were 02, 17, 18, 38, 62 with Powerball 20, while Lotto Texas drew 01, 02, 32, 42, 44, 53.
Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of Iran, stated that Tehran is willing to establish better relations through indirect talks with the United States if both sides stop their military operations.
Born in 1959 in Meybod, Iran, Arafi has long been embedded in the country’s religious establishment.
New federal estimates warn Social Security trust funds may run out by 2034. If no action is taken, retirees could face benefit cuts of around 20-23%, raising concerns nationwide.
Florida’s Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) for March 2026 will arrive between March 2 and 3. Families receive funds on EBT cards, with amounts depending on household size and income.
Starting March 7, 2026, Social Security will use new national systems. Appointments may be harder to get and claim processing could slow temporarily, though payments and eligibility stay the same.
The system will distribute retirement disability SSDI and survivor benefits through these payment dates.
You can find your case number on approval letters, Notices of Action, and your benefits portal account.
The IRS began e-Filing on January 26, 2026, with early direct deposits starting February 6. PATH Act refunds release February 27. Most refunds are expected within 21 days of filing.
USAA members in the military could receive their second February 2026 paycheck on February 25, two days before the official February 27 payday.
Many families are waiting to know when February 2026 CalFresh food stamp payments will arrive. Deposits are made automatically to EBT cards.
This figure is 0.3 percentage points higher than earlier IMF forecasts from October, showcasing the resilience bolstered by strong exports and fiscal stimuli, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Zohran Mamdani warns New Yorkers that a 9.5% property tax increase could happen if lawmakers do not tax the wealthy. Homeowners, renters, and small businesses may face higher costs citywide.
The United States Mint has introduced its 2026 coin collections to honor America’s 250th anniversary, featuring special silver, gold, and proof coins celebrating the nation’s history and heritage.
The development, coupled with a strengthening dollar, contributed to the precious metal’s slump.
Social Security payments go out on February 18, 2026, to beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th who filed for retirement, SSDI, or survivor benefits after May 1997.
