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- 1Social Security beneficiaries set for biggest raise in four years▼social security benefit increase projection
Projections point to a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment that would be the largest in four years, meaning a notable benefit increase for millions of American retirees and disability recipients. Reports say recipients are on track for the biggest raise since 2021, offering relief as inflation continues to squeeze household budgets.
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The American Security Project warns that a potential new conflict in Ethiopia risks destabilising the wider Horn of Africa region. The analysis argues that renewed fighting would have consequences far beyond Ethiopia's borders, drawing in neighbouring states and compounding an already volatile security situation. The piece is drawing attention as observers watch tensions inside Ethiopia for signs of another escalation.
- 3Cox secures financing for 75.2MW Guatemala solar project▼Cox secures financing for 75.2MW solar project in Guatemala
Spanish energy company Cox has secured financing for a 75.2MW solar project in Guatemala, a major step for utility-scale solar development in Central America. The deal signals continued investor appetite for renewable energy infrastructure in the region, where solar capacity is expanding to meet growing electricity demand.
- 4Amazon warns communities against blocking AI data centers●📰 Amazon writes scary blog warning communities not to block data centers Amazon is calling for people to support AI data
Amazon Web Services has published a lengthy blog post warning that local opposition to data center projects could cause irreparable harm to the US economy and national security. The company is urging communities to support AI data center construction, framing resistance as a risk to American competitiveness. The stark warning language is drawing attention and criticism from people concerned about tech giants pressuring local governments.
- 5Easing Sanctions Won't Freeze North Korea's Nuclear Ambition▼Easing Sanctions Won’t Freeze North Korea’s Nuclear Ambition
Analysts argue that lifting or loosening sanctions on North Korea would not halt its nuclear weapons programme, and could instead remove key economic leverage over Pyongyang. The discussion, driven by a policy commentary from the American Security Project, weighs whether sanctions relief can serve as an effective diplomatic incentive or whether North Korea's nuclear ambitions are irreversible regardless of economic concessions.