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There are two government payments that will reach some Social Security recipients in July 2026, but they don’t qualify as benefits or bonuses. The extra payment does not impact those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), but rather is due to the payment calendar of the Social Security Administration. Why Two SSI Payments in July? Generally, those who are eligible to receive SSI benefits will be paid their regular monthly benefit on Wednesday, July 1. Another payment is due on Friday, July 31. Both the deposits are paid in July, but the second is the benefit for August. The Social…

The Spi Direct service charge on credit cards is a fee imposed by banks for utilizing their credit card services, applicable to various transactions like cash advances, balance transfers, and foreign currency conversions. This charge is directly billed to the cardholder’s account, making it crucial for users to understand these fees to manage their credit card usage effectively. Understanding Spi Direct Service Charge Credit card fees can often be perplexing, particularly the Spi Direct Service Charge. This article aims to clarify what this charge entails and how it operates, enabling cardholders to make informed decisions regarding their credit card usage.…

Not many films have managed to penetrate the audience quite like Obsession. The horror film is one of the biggest movies stories of 2026 due to its blend of romance, psychological terror, dark comedy and emotional heartbreak that caught audiences’ attention. But it’s about more than just scares, the film is. It delves into loneliness, control, poisonous love, obsession and the potentially harmful need for a perfect match. While there isn’t another film exactly like Obsession, there are several movies that tap into similar emotions and themes. If you are searching for twisted romance, twisted love, a disturbing psychological thriller…

With the latest software update, Apple is making some changes to Apple Music, such as a new look for artist pages and updated album pages, on iOS 27. The artist pages for Apple Music have been redesigned in iOS 27, and the views of the albums have been updated. The changes come as part of Apple’s wider aesthetic updates to its Liquid Glass design philosophy that are also getting new customisation options throughout its operating system. The most significant change to Apple Music in the latest iOS 27 beta is the revamped artist page experience. The new design features the…

Apple’s latest smartwatch lineup is seeing some of its biggest discounts yet as early Prime Day deals begin rolling out. Just days after Apple introduced watchOS 27 and its upcoming features, Amazon has dropped prices across the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch SE 3, with several models reaching new all-time lows. Apple Watch Series 11 Drops to Lowest Price Yet The biggest savings on Apple’s flagship smartwatch are currently available on the GPS aluminum models. The 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 has fallen to $279, down from its regular $399 price. Meanwhile, the larger…

U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faced another confrontation in their public quarrel over Italy’s stance on Iran and NATO this weekend, with Trump again taking the Italian PM to task over her government’s position. After the U.S. initiated military operations against Iran, Trump lashed out at Italy for not doing the same in a post on the new Truth social platform on Sunday. Trump didn’t specifically call out Meloni but instead said he was talking about the “position”. “After spending Trillions of Dollars on NATO, Italy, and its Prime Minister, wouldn’t even think of becoming…

After Trump renewed his photo claim on the G7, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has responded by saying: ‘My popularity is none of your concern’. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has reacted strongly to U.S. President Donald Trump’s reassertion of accusations that she has asked him for several photos during her recent G7 meeting in France. The new swap is the latest in a series of public disagreements between the two leaders whose ties have grown tense the past few months following differences of opinion about U.S. military action against Iran. Trump raises doubts about Meloni’s popularity Trump made the…

The initial responses to DC Studios’ Supergirl have begun to pour in, and while there’s been a mix of positive and negative reviews, it seems one thing is unanimous in the early reviews: Early praise is going to Milly Alcock’s portrayal of Kara Zor-El and Lobo’s debut performance by Jason Momoa. Supergirl is the next big chapter in DC Studios’ new era after the success of Superman, directed by Craig Gillespie. Alcock plays Kara Zor-El and takes her beloved dog Krypto on the adventure, with Momoa adding the popular antihero Lobo to the franchise. While the majority have been favorable, there have been others…

Giorgia Meloni says Trump ‘made up’ story that she ‘begged’ him for a photo at G7 The Italian PM, Meloni, has strongly rebutted remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump over the comments she made making a request of the U.S. leader for a picture this week during the G7 summit. The disagreements soon turned into a public battle between the two leaders, and tensions have arisen in the once close relationship. Meloni, who blustered that she was “flabbergasted” by Trump’s statement, said the president’s description was “made-up.” Trump’s Comments are the source of controversy.The tension escalated when Trump agreed to speak with Italy’s private television channel La7, which has reported on…

Jimmy Kimmel Says World Leaders ‘Hate’ Trump After Awkward G7 Moments Jimmy Kimmel spent part of his latest monologue criticizing President Donald Trump’s appearance at the G7 summit, arguing that several moments during the event suggested world leaders were growing tired of his behavior. The late-night host pointed to Trump’s arrival at a meeting, where he was reportedly 45 minutes late. Kimmel also highlighted a moment when Trump joked with photographers who were briefly allowed into the room. “Would you like to stay for the meeting? It’s OK with me,” Trump said. According to Kimmel, the joke received awkward laughs…