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Medicare coverage of vision care, exams

Medicare coverage of vision care, exams By Jim Miller Posted on May 14, 2025 Dear Savvy Senior, What does Medicare cover when it comes to vision care? I currently have good vision insurance through my employer but will lose it when I retire. —Almost 65 …

Pakistan begs before Saudi Arabia, pleads for mercy for...

Home News Pakistan begs before Saudi Arabia, pleads for mercy for… Urging Saudi Arabia to restore its private Hajj quota for Islamabad, Pakistan's religious affairs ministry stated that due to technical difficulties and inability to pay fees to certain …

Pictured: Pensioner, 87, 'killed in robbery of cornflakes and Shepherd's pie' as tributes pour in for 'proud Irishman'

14 May 2025, 14:05 John Mackey, 87, who was attacked in the street and left for dead for the sake of a box of cornflakes and a shepherd's pie. Picture: Alamy Images of the 87-year-old pensioner who died after allegedly being attacked in the street and …

Labor ‘preyed’ on the elderly with Medicare scare campaign

Former Victorian Liberal Party president Michael Kroger claims Labor’s election promises were “built on a tissue of lies”. “Preyed on elderly Australians by convincing them their Medicare card would be stolen from them under Peter Dutton,” Mr Kroger told …

Ask Rusty – Must I take Medicare Part A even if I have VA or Medicaid coverage?

Dear Rusty: Does everyone need to sign up for Medicare part A, even if you are ex-military? Or only on Medicaid, regardless of whether you are eligible for Social Security or not? Also is there a cost for just part A? Signed: Confused Senior Dear Confused: …

Medicare 101 Presentation at Oxford Library May 17

OXFORD — Confused about Medicare? You are not alone! If you are confused by all the letters, calls, and commercials you are seeing then come to the Medicare 101 presentation at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Oxford Public Library, 49 Great Oak Rd. in …

Gujarat government approves health security scheme for employees, pensioners

Retirees could now ‘pay’ for the Albanese government’s re-election

Sky News host Andrew Bolt says retirees could now “pay” for the Albanese government’s election win. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been urged to reconsider his highly controversial superannuation tax policy amid criticism from across the political spectrum. …

Govt allocates over 270bn/- to settle retirees’ outstanding claims

DODOMA: MORE than 207bn/- has been set aside in 2024/25 by the government to settle outstanding claims for retirees, Legislators were told yesterday. Deputy Minister of State in the President’s Office (Public Service Management and Good Governance …

State pensioners struggling with bills could get extra £4,050 a year

State pensioners are being encouraged to check their eligibility for two schemes that could add over £4,000 a year to their income. The advice comes after state pension payments went up 4.1% last month due to the triple lock system, which bumped up the …

ITR-1 Form Sahaj simplified for salaried individuals, pensioners: How to file tax return online – Step-by-step guide

The Income Tax Department has released the income tax return forms for the financial year 2024-25 (assessment year 2025-26). That is, now you can give the account of income and tax paid from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025 by filing an income tax return. …

The Crusader: Pensioner's gambling subscription dispute resolved

Peter Wilson’s flutter dive bombed after he cancelled his agreement with Your Lotto Service UK and was warned if he did not pay the £54 it was alleged he owed he could face a debt demand. Worried, he called Crusader for help, and it emerged that Peter is …

Clock is ticking in the hunt for Assad’s stash of chemical weapons

Abdul Hamid walks slowly in a black Adidas tracksuit, head bowed, through a dusty graveyard. The cemetery, ringed by the remains of bombed-out buildings, bears silent witness to what unfolded in Syria.The 36-year-old tradesman stops, murmurs a prayer and …

DA hike for July 2025: Central govt employees, pensioners to get a bigger raise in next revision?

The dearness allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners was last increased by only 2%, the lowest hike in about 78 months. After the latest DA hike for the January-June 2025 cycle, the key allowance currently stands at 55%. DA – a type …

Furious pensioner returns from holiday to find two-storey 'eyesore' at end of garden

08:45, 14 May 2025 A pensioner has shared his fury after returning home from a holiday to discover a huge "eyesore" extension had been built next door, towering over his garden. Les Whitaker, 75, had been in India for a month when he came back to …

Pensioner furious after finding giant 'eyesore' at end of garden after holiday

Les Whitaker, 75, got back from a month-long break in India to find a massive structure had been built up to the boundary of his property in Shrewsbury, Shrops. The grandfather-of-seven said he was completely unaware of the plans for the major extension to …

Stirling pensioner at front of swimming lessons drive - and says age no barrier

A 74-year-old who swims every week at Stirling University is backing a campaign telling people it’s never too late to learn the skill. John Nicolson is a real advocate of learning to swim - but an early experience almost shaped his attitude for life. “I …

Frustration as Cork beaches left strewn with litter amid heatwave

With beaches across Cork packed with visitors in recent weeks there's been a growing frustration among coastal communities who are often left to clean up the litter left behind. It's a problem these communities face every summer, and with the spell …

DWP 'within 50 days' warning as £4,300 payments land in state pensioner's banks

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has stated it is " working hard" to address a Pension Credit backlog and administer £4,300 payments to state pensioners. Currently, 78 per cent of new Pension Credit claims are being processed within the …

Business Solutions Marketing Group Unveils AI Review Builder to Revolutionize Small Business Reputation Management

MECHANICSBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Business Solutions Marketing Group, a leader in digital marketing solutions for small businesses, today announced the launch of AI Review Builder, an advanced, AI-driven platform …

New York Art Life Features Ellenoor Shameli: A Journey Through Innovative Video Storytelling at the BBC

Join us as we explore the captivating world of video journalism with Ellenoor Shameli, BBC's Features Video Fellow, in this week's exclusive interview. CHELSEA, MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York …

Pej Vahdat and Shomit James to Co-Host New Series Spotlighting American Made Medical Manufacturing

SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed actor Pej Vahdat and entrepreneur Shomit James will co-host a bold new television series that brings the spotlight to medical device manufacturers operating right here in …

Houzeo Launches Advanced Homebuyer Platform in Michigan

Home buyers across the Great Lakes State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now …

Levels Ventures Launches a Dedicated Ai Consulting Practice to Accelerate AI-Readiness for B2B Enterprises across APAC

Levels Ventures Launches Pivotale AI, a Dedicated Consulting Practice to Accelerate AI-Led Growth for B2B Enterprises across APAC and MENA SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global go-to-market advisory firm …

Houzeo Enhances Its Presence in Arizona with Launch of Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Grand Canyon State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now …

Think Tank Identifies 10 Technologies to Enhance EU Security and Prosperity

The critical investments the EU can’t afford to miss COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 10 critical emerging technologies have the potential to dramatically enhance both Europe's security preparedness and economic …

NEQSOL Holding Partners with Swiss GRC to Digitalize Governance, Risk, and Compliance Across Global Operations

Swiss GRC platform to power NEQSOL Holding's digital evolution in governance, risk and compliance management BAKU, AZERBAIJAN, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEQSOL Holding, a diversified international group operating in telecommunications, …

Houzeo Expands Its Reach in Ohio with the Launch of a New Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Buckeye State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now launching …

This week New York Art Life presents Maya Amelia Ferdiansyah, Creative Talent in Competitive New York

Cultural Chameleon: Maya Amelia Ferdiansyah on Strategic Creativity and Cross-Cultural Innovation in New York CHELSEA, MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week, New York Art Life magazine had the privilege of …

FullNet Communications Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

FullNet Communications’ Board of Directors Approves Quarterly Cash Dividend Under Its Quarterly Cash Dividend Program. FullNet Communications, Inc. (OTCMKTS:FULO) OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FullNet …

82-Acre Off-Market Texas Tract Available for AI, Crypto and Energy Development

Texas Land Opportunity for Global Investors: 82 acres unzoned Texas land near Dallas for $1.2M. Ideal for global AI, crypto, & BESS investors. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Texas leads the global surge in AI, …

TIAGO PZK DELIVERS SPECTACULAR TWO-NIGHT SOLD-OUT RUN AT BUENOS AIRES’ MOVISTAR ARENA

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tiago PZK electrified Buenos Aires with two sold-out performances at the iconic Movistar Arena this past weekend, presenting his acclaimed album Gotti A and recent EP Gotti B in a …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Verizon for $5 Billion Pledge to American Small Businesses

WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly commends Verizon for its bold commitment to invest $5 billion over the next five years in U.S. small business …

Sharp Semiconductor Innovation, IIT Hyderabad and WiSig Networks, successfully demonstrate Beyond 5G and 6G Technologies

SSIC, IITH & WiSig demoed B5G/6G at IITH: ASUKA SDR-UE + Open RAN base station hit 5G-class performance, paving Indo-Japan path to FWA, V2X, NB-IoT. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharp Semiconductor …

Whitelabel IT Solutions Launches SpeedyKVM Cloud VPS Powered by SolusVM 2.0

Whitelabel IT Solutions' SpeedyKVM Cloud VPS services—delivers 10Gb uplinks, NVMe storage & scalable performance with SolusVM 2.0 backend. HACKENSACK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Whitelabel IT Solutions is proud …

CTS Technology Solutions Unveils Comprehensive Cybersecurity Stack to Fortify Business Defenses

A Powerful, Multi-Layered Cybersecurity Suite Designed to Detect, Prevent, and Respond to Evolving Threats—Keeping Businesses Secure and Resilient. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CTS Technology Solutions, a …

Houzeo Expands Its Footprint in California, Launches a Cutting-Edge Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Golden State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now launching …

Javier Palomares, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Verizon for $5 Billion Pledge to American Small Businesses

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly commends Verizon for its bold commitment to invest $5 billion over the next five years in U.S. small business suppliers …

Thrive in 2025 by Tony Robbins Introduces Mastermind Business System for Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurs

Thrive in 2025 is a free, three-day global virtual training event that empowers individuals to enter the Knowledge Economy by turning their story into income. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …