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OAS Payments Are Bigger This July — Here's How Much More You'll Get

  July 21, 2026 If you or someone in your family collects Old Age Security, the deposit landing later this month is larger than the last one. Here's exactly why, and what the new numbers look like. Old Age Security payments went up 1.2% for the July-to-September 2026 quarter — the largest of the four scheduled increases so far this year. Combined with earlier adjustments, that puts OAS 2.3% higher than it was in July 2025. OAS amounts are reviewed every January, April, July, and October to track the Consumer Price Index. When the cost of living rises, the payment rises with it. When it falls, the payment simply holds steady — OAS is protected from ever decreasing. The new maximum monthly amounts Age Group April–June 2026 July–September 2026 Monthly Increase 65 to 74 $743.05 $751.97 +$8.92 75 and older $817.36 $827.17 +$9.81 Seniors 75 and up sit higher because of the permanent 10% top-up the federal government added to that age group's OAS back in July 2022. That bump applies...
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Netanyahu’s Stern Warning to Iran Amid Escalating Tensions in Lebanon


                                              

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, emphasizing Israel’s capability to strike its enemies anywhere. This declaration comes in the wake of intensified Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have targeted Hezbollah strongholds and resulted in significant casualties.

Netanyahu’s message, delivered via a videotaped address, was directed at the Iranian government rather than its people. He underscored that Israel’s military actions are a response to threats posed by Hezbollah, a group backed by Tehran. The recent airstrikes, including one that leveled an apartment building in central Beirut, have heightened regional tensions.

The Israeli Prime Minister’s warning highlights the ongoing volatility in the Middle East, with potential implications for broader geopolitical stability. As Israel continues its military operations, the international community watches closely, concerned about the possibility of further escalation.


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