COGNICURRENT

The article discusses the struggles faced by retirees in Ecuador, highlighting insufficient pension benefits and the challenges of finding work after retirement.

Certain groups receiving benefits from ZUS must report their income by the end of February to ensure proper payment verification.

The INSS has released income reports for the 2026 Income Tax for retirees, pensioners, and others who received social security benefits last year.

Adults over 55 are encouraged to verify their eligibility for various unclaimed benefits, with many unaware of the financial support available to them.

The article discusses recent reforms to judicial pensions in Latvia that increase the required service years and adjust pension calculations, raising concerns about possible corruption due to lower benefits.

Amélie de Montchalin has been appointed president of the French Court of Auditors, a position that offers a substantial salary and additional financial benefits.

Florida's Social Security recipients have received their payment schedule for March 2026, with amounts reflecting a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment.

The Argentine government has increased retirement benefits in March in line with the Consumer Price Index increases, as detailed in a resolution published by Anses.

Pensioners in Greece are protesting at Kotzia Square, demanding significant increases in pensions and other financial benefits.

Namibian MPs are urging a review of the retirement benefits and wealth of former presidents amid concerns over rising poverty in the country.

The Czech Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Marian Juchelka, announced plans to lower the retirement age, which is expected to cost the government up to 127 billion Kč annually in social security benefits.

The Ogun State Government has approved additional pension benefits for retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme to enhance retirement security.

The article discusses how education, including high school and university studies, can influence retirement benefits according to Polish law.

A US judge has blocked the Pentagon from reducing the rank and retirement benefits of Senator Mark Kelly after he urged troops to reject unlawful orders.

Pensioners in the UK may lose eligibility for some Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) payments upon reaching retirement age, as these benefits cease when State Pension payments begin.

Lufthansa pilots and cabin crew are on strike demanding better retirement benefits, as the airline has not made an offer addressing their concerns.

The article discusses the factors to consider when calculating retirement and disability benefits in Poland.

Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Court has granted house arrest to Gustavo Marques Gaspar, a former aide to Senator Weverton Rocha, who is under investigation for a fraud scheme involving retirement benefits at the INSS.

The Brazilian Supreme Court is deliberating on the right of security guards to receive special retirement benefits due to the dangerous nature of their work.

The national pension agency in Argentina continues to pay pensions and retirement benefits, specifically for those who do not exceed the minimum pension amount, on February 10.

The article discusses the recent changes in South Korea's retirement pension system, requiring companies to transition from retirement benefits to a funded retirement pension, which aims to prevent wage arrears and improve investment strategies.

The article discusses how to check contributions registered with Anses in Argentina, emphasizing its importance for retirement planning and accessing social benefits.

Following a vote on salary adjustments for Congressional staff, Brazilian deputies are considering a bill that would allow retired legislators to accumulate salary and retirement benefits.

After 20 years since its introduction in 2005, labor, management, and government have reached a historic agreement to reform the retirement pension system in South Korea, enhancing the fund-type retirement pension system and mandating external accumulation of retirement benefits across all businesses to ensure payouts even in case of corporate bankruptcy.

A portion of Supreme Federal Court ministers advocate initiating discussions on a Code of Ethics in the National Justice Council to address issues like excessive benefits and mandatory retirement.

In February 2026, retirees and pensioners will receive an increase in monthly benefits from the National Social Security Administration (Anses) as part of a periodic review of benefits.

After a week of service disruption, the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) has resumed operations, including its retirement simulator, now accessible through its website or app.

Mitsubishi Electric announced that 2,378 employees aged 53 and above applied for its voluntary retirement program, equating to one in four eligible employees, with a total of approximately 4,700 retirements anticipated across the group.

In Spain, the number of retirees who continue to work while receiving a pension has increased by 9% in 2025, driven by legal reforms allowing flexible retirement and the combination of active retirement with pension benefits.

The German Federal Constitutional Court calls for a significant salary increase for public servants, raising questions about current compensation for teachers, judges, and police officers, as well as their retirement benefits.

The article discusses the urgent need for reform in Germany's welfare state, outlining the challenges the government faces in restructuring social benefits, plans to reduce bureaucracy, issues surrounding raising the retirement age to 70, and the main arguments for and against maintaining the Bürgergeld system.

Georgia lawmaker Karen Bennett, accused of fraudulently collecting pandemic unemployment benefits, has announced her retirement following legal charges.

Georgia state House member Karen Bennett has announced her retirement amid charges of fraudulently collecting federal unemployment benefits during the pandemic.

Sen. Mark Kelly responds sharply after Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth threatens to take action concerning Kelly's military rank and retirement benefits due to comments made about President Trump.

In 2026, a transitional period will begin to apply a new pension calculation formula that benefits primarily women and prematurely laid-off workers nearing retirement age.

A significant majority of Europeans believe that their state pension systems will soon be unaffordable, despite feeling that the current benefits are inadequate and resisting major reforms like raising the retirement age.