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Unprecedented COVID-19 Fatalities Lead to a $205 Billion Increase in Social Security Funding

The unprecedented death toll from COVID-19 in the United States is setting up an unexpected boost for Social Security benefits, totaling approximately $205 billion. This enhancement arises as part of the annual adjustments driven largely by wage growth and inflation, but this year, uniquely influenced also by the pandemic’s lethal impact. In 2021, COVID-19 claimed over 474,000 American lives according to federal data. This significant decrease in the number of beneficiaries is projected to reduce …

Devastating Hurricane Helene Claims Over 100 Lives, Threatens $100 Billion in Damages Across Southeastern U.S.

Atlanta, GA — Hurricane Helene has carved a devastating path across the southeastern United States, leaving a trail of destruction and a mounting death toll in its wake. More than 100 people have tragically lost their lives across several states, including Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, the Carolinas, and Virginia. Authorities are racing against the clock to locate individuals who remain missing amid widespread devastation. Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia issued a state of emergency early Wednesday, …

MISINFORMATION: Claim that a billion people have died since COVID-19 vaccine rollout is debunked

A Facebook video claims that a billion people have died since the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, but fact-checking has identified this claim as false. According to United Nations data and mortality projections, fewer than 260 million people have died globally from all causes since the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in late 2020. The video was posted by a website known for publishing fabricated stories. If the claim were true, it would mean that roughly one in eight …

DeFi Market Insights: See Why Analysts Project an $18.28 Billion Financial Ecosystem by 2027

Miami, FL – The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector continues to see significant growth, with projections suggesting an $18.28 billion revenue increase by 2027. In 2023, the DeFi market recorded $17.74 billion in revenue, marking a substantial increase of 226.7% from the previous year. Moving forward, 2024 is projected to see a 47.5% revenue increase to $26.15 billion. By 2027, this number is expected to grow to $36.02 billion, representing a 103% increase from 2023. This …