SUMMARY: Beneficiaries of federal programs like Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans Benefits, and Railroad Retirement will receive a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment starting in 2025, reflecting changes in the Consumer Price Index from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024. However, increases in these benefits may result in reduced aid for households using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Beneficiaries must report any income changes monthly, as increases could diminish or terminate SNAP assistance. Additionally, individuals can request a fair hearing for any discrepancies in benefits calculations.

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SUMMARY: Compass Datacenters has announced a $10 billion investment to establish its first campus in Meridian, Lauderdale County, Mississippi, marking one of the largest hyperscale data center developments in the Southeast. The project will consist of eight data centers, built over eight years, creating thousands of jobs. Governor Tate Reeves emphasized the significance of this investment for the state’s economy, attributing it to Mississippi’s pro-business policies. The Mississippi Development Authority will support site preparation, providing tax exemptions and facilitating partnerships for power supply. This initiative parallels another $10 billion data center development by Amazon Web Services in Madison County.

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SUMMARY: Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president, will be honored with a funeral at Washington National Cathedral and a second service in his Georgia hometown following his death at age 100. Military honors, tributes, and eulogies from figures like President Biden, Bill Gates, and Bernice King will mark the ceremonies. Carter’s legacy as a humanitarian, advocate for peace, and promoter of global health will be remembered, especially his post-presidency work with The Carter Center. A final service at Maranatha Baptist Church and burial beside his wife Rosalynn in Plains will conclude the national mourning, emphasizing his commitment to service and faith.

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