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BuzzFeed compiles Reddit-type anecdotes about 21 jobs that pay surprisingly well, many without a degree—from poker dealers and train conductors to funeral-industry roles, MRI technologists, nursing-home administrators, UPS drivers, and plumbers—illustrating six-figure potential through skilled trades, seniority, or specialization, often with long hours and overtime.
HuffPost gathers divorced writers to share the last fight that ended their marriages, with accounts ranging from therapy stalemates and money disputes to parenting clashes and trust issues, showing how ongoing, unresolved conflicts often precipitate divorce.
Social Security benefits are paid on a schedule tied to the benefit type and birth date. For April 2026, SSA retirement/disability/survivor payments go out on April 3, 8, 15, and 22 (second/third/fourth Wednesdays depending on birth date), while SSI payments are issued on April 1 (with the date moving to the prior weekday if the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday). If a payment is missing, check with your bank first, and contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213 if needed to report or replace a due payment.
USA TODAY reports Mega Millions’ jackpot is set at $50 million for Friday’s drawing (with a $22.6 million cash option) after back-to-back wins in Illinois and Ohio, following Illinois’ $536 million prize on March 10 and an Ohio win on St. Patrick’s Day. The Friday winning numbers were 11, 20, 51, 55, 63 with Mega Ball 4. Players can take a lump-sum payout or annual payments that rise 5% each year; the next drawing is Tuesday, March 24 at 11 p.m. ET. Mega Millions is played in 45 states plus DC and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Dairy Queen will give away a free small vanilla soft-serve cone at participating locations on March 19, with no purchase required and one per person; the offer excludes delivery and mobile orders. Fans can also sign up for the DQ Rewards loyalty program via the DQ App or DairyQueen.com for a chance to win free cones for a year.
A 31-year-old Arizona mother explains she carried a stranger’s baby for up to $75,000, calling surrogacy life‑changing but warning of a dark side when oversight is lax. She describes the need for rigorous screening, contracts, and medical support, and cautions about unsafe, agency‑less arrangements that can leave surrogates exposed to legal and emotional risks. The piece underscores that legitimate surrogacy is costly and demanding—not a quick payday—often involving IVF, comprehensive checks, and careful boundaries with intended parents.
A Bolivian Air Force Hercules cargo plane carrying new banknotes crashed near La Paz, damaging about a dozen vehicles on a highway and scattering money on the ground; at least 15 people were killed, with authorities suspending all flights to and from the terminal as rescue teams responded.
BuzzFeed’s entertainment list compiles 29 real-life anecdotes of people whose lives spiraled after sudden financial setbacks, illustrating how a single morning can cascade into lasting chaos and force dramatic changes in plans and finances.
A Circle K store manager in Scottsdale is suing to determine who owns a $12.8 million Arizona lottery prize after allegedly purchasing the winning, unclaimed ticket from another employee the day after the drawing; the ticket remains at Circle K’s corporate offices as the company seeks a court ruling on ownership ahead of a May 23, 2026 claim deadline.
Powerball’s Feb. 7 drawing has a $102 million jackpot (cash option $46.8 million). The winning numbers drawn were 42-36-25-51-58 with Powerball 6, and a North Carolina player previously won a $209 million jackpot in January. The article also explains Powerball basics, how prizes are won, and notes online ticket options (e.g., Jackpocket) where allowed.
Taurus today is forecast to see a financial windfall and potential debt clearance, with stock-market gains and opportunities to renovate or improve the home. However, it also warns of health issues (ears, eyes, skin) and possible stress from office politics, so focus on productivity and prudent spending. In love, a harmonious evening and thoughtful gestures can strengthen bonds, and a proposed partnership or marriage may be on the table. Overall, stay calm, save for rainy days, and handle big financial decisions carefully while maintaining health.
Powerball’s Jan. 19, 2026 draw produced numbers 05-55-34-28-37 with Powerball 17; the jackpot stands at $193 million (cash value $87.9 million) after no ticket matched all six numbers on Saturday. The record $1.8 billion Christmas Eve jackpot winner in Arkansas remains unclaimed with a June 22, 2026 deadline. Draws occur Monday, Wednesday and Saturday; tickets cost $2 (Power Play available). Online ticketing is available in some states via Jackpocket.
Piper Rockelle, a former kid influencer, launched an OnlyFans account on January 1, earning $2 million in a day, despite facing criticism and a troubled past. She sees the platform as a way to support her future goals, including opening a cat rescue and building a house, and emphasizes her independence and confidence in her decision, rejecting labels like sex worker.
In 2026, Social Security beneficiaries will receive their monthly payments on Wednesdays, with the schedule based on their birth dates, similar to 2025. The year will also see a cost-of-living adjustment, Medicare increases, and potential tax relief, supporting around 74 million Americans relying on these benefits.
The article explains the Social Security benefit payment schedule for 2026, detailing how payment dates are determined by birth dates and providing specific dates for each month, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments.