Bolivia’s economic collapse—marked by a severe dollar shortage, fuel crisis, and rising food prices—has forced thousands of citizens, especially near Desaguadero, to smuggle goods into Peru. With the October 19, 2025 elections approaching, cross-border trade has become a lifeline for struggling families. Subsidized diesel, gasoline, and LPG in Bolivia are…
As of today (October 15, 2025), the U.S. federal government has not enacted a nationwide program guaranteeing $5,500 stimulus checks to every American. However, because discussions about new relief sometimes surface late in the year, this guide explains what a real program would look like, how eligibility would likely be…
Despite some headlines claiming a $2,800 OAS boost, there is no such guaranteed lump-sum increase. Old Age Security (OAS) is indexed quarterly to inflation (CPI), so benefits rise gradually over the year. What seniors will see instead are modest, inflation-based quarterly hikes — not a sudden $2,800 jump. For the…
Peru is in the throes of a political and security crisis. The removal of President Dina Boluarte has ushered in a new administration under José Jerí, who faces the dual challenge of restoring political stability and combating a surge of violence across the country. This change marks Peru’s seventh president…
Russia has framed Peru’s leadership transition as an internal affair, extending best wishes to newly sworn-in President José Jerí. The message underscores respect for Peruvian sovereignty and signals continuity in bilateral relations as Lima navigates a sensitive political handover following the impeachment of Dina Boluarte on October 10, 2025. How…
Peru has entered a pivotal political moment. Spurred by Generation Z and younger workers, a surge of chants, banners, and street marches has forced a leadership shift in Lima. On October 10, 2025, Dina Boluarte was removed from office, and José Jerí, age 38, became the country’s seventh president in…
Within hours of being sworn in, José Jerí, Peru’s new interim president, ordered unprecedented nationwide prison raids aimed directly at crippling criminal networks that have penetrated the country’s penitentiary system. This early move has been framed as a cornerstone of his administration’s security agenda. The Operation- When, Where, and How…
On October 14, 2025, Peru’s new President José Jerí officially swore in a transition cabinet designed to restore public security, stabilize the economy, and guide the country toward general elections in April 2026 with a handover on July 28, 2026. The new team blends legal, security, economic, and diplomatic expertise,…
The claim that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is issuing a one-time $10,800 payment is inaccurate. What’s really happening is multiple scheduled benefit payments in October 2025. When combined, these can amount to several thousand dollars—leading to confusion and exaggerated claims. This article clarifies which payments are real, who qualifies,…
In 2025, the maximum federal SSI (Supplemental Security Income) payment for an eligible couple is $1,450 per month (before any state supplements).To qualify, couples must meet strict income and asset limits (for example, resources generally must stay under $3,000 combined for the couple, excluding certain excluded items). SSI is a…