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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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Zelensky Stands Firm Amid Rising Tensions with Trump and Kyiv Protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky finds himself navigating a challenging diplomatic landscape as tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump escalate. The friction stems from a recent heated exchange at the White House, where Trump accused Zelensky of being ungrateful for U.S. aid and dismissed him as "disrespectful." This confrontation has left many Ukrainians both angered and proud of their leader's resolve.

Meanwhile, in Kyiv, citizens have taken to the streets to demand the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war held by Russia. These demonstrations underscore the nation's ongoing struggle against Russian aggression and the emotional toll of the conflict. Protesters also expressed frustration with Trump's recent remarks, which they view as undermining Ukraine's fight for sovereignty.

Despite the diplomatic strain, Zelensky's steadfastness has rallied support from both domestic and international allies. Many Ukrainians see his refusal to yield to external pressures as a testament to his commitment to the nation's independence.


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