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Among Americans age 65 and older, 40% rely on Social Security for half or more of their income, while about 14% depend on it for 90% or more of their income, according to AARP.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Companies in the materials sectors have reported a roughly 42% jump in profits as of Friday, while consumer discretionary and financials have seen a 41% and 22% increase, respectively, according to FactSet.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Smith played catch Tuesday, Roberts said, which “went OK,” but Smith’s neck bothers him the most while swinging.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

National clinical director for cancer Prof Peter Johnson said while the move would not benefit all prostate cancer patients, it was an important step.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

He rode happily through the dry, flat land for a while, until he suddenly remembered he had not been properly knighted.

From "Adventures of Don Quixote" by Argentina Palacios