Could Your Golden Years Be Way Better Abroad?

Social Security Retirement Benefits Will Rise by $75 a Month on Average: The 2027 cost-of-living adjustment is 3.6 percent, adding about $75 a month to the average retired worker’s benefit beginning in January. The increase can help your monthly check keep pace with higher everyday costs. See what the COLA could mean for you.

Serve Yourself a Little Mahjong Fun. The turkey can wait, Sis. Thanksgiving Mahjong puts a festive spin on tile matching with turkeys, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Take a relaxing break with a little holiday play. Match identical tiles and clear the board. Play Thanksgiving Mahjong.

Big Brother is Watching—and Overcharging—You. Online stores can use your browsing history, location and other personal details to tailor prices just for you. Protect your privacy and your pocketbook with steps to limit tracking and shop smarter. Learn how to beat surveillance pricing.

Medicare Open Enrollment Is Here: From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, you can review your coverage and make changes for 2027. Even if you like your current plan, compare costs, drug coverage and provider networks—you could find better coverage or lower out-of-pocket costs. Get help comparing your options.

Your Mediterranean Moment Doesn’t Have to Wait for Summer. Dreaming of Europe, Sis? More cruise lines are sailing the Mediterranean in winter, when lighter crowds and a slower pace make exploring especially inviting. Enjoy lower fares and more breathing room at popular ports. Explore the perks of a winter cruise.