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Unclaimed pension aid spotlighted as Washington battles over Iran war powers; Jesse Jackson memorials, Philly blood drive, Greenpeace fined $345M, NY sues Valve over loot boxes
Pension Credit claims fall 36% as DWP figures highlight unclaimed support for about one million retirees
Pension Credit claims have fallen 36% over the past year, with DWP data showing 209,735 claims submitted between 24 February 2025 and 22 February 2026—117,595 fewer than the previous 12 months—despite awareness campaigns. Officials and experts estimate close to one million eligible households still do not claim the benefit, with DWP research pointing to confusion about eligibility, including mistaken beliefs that homeownership, savings, or a working partner automatically disqualify applicants. Nearly 100,000 claims were rejected over the same period, reinforcing concerns that clearer, more targeted guidance is needed.
Graham says Iran could face a "Berlin Wall"-style turning point
Sen. Lindsey Graham said President Trump’s approach toward Iran could help trigger a historic turning point comparable to the fall of the Berlin Wall. He argued that if the United States follows through with support for Iranian protesters risking their lives, it could contribute to major political change.
6abc Philadelphia and the Red Cross to Hold Blood Drive
The 6abc Philadelphia Blood Drive, hosted with the Red Cross, will take place on March 25, 2026, at five donation locations across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
House Democrats to Force Vote Next Week to Limit President Trump’s War Powers in Iran
House Democrats plan to use a procedural move to force a House vote next week on a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s authority to take military action against Iran. The measure is expected to fail due to strong Republican opposition and opposition from a small group of Jewish Democrats, but Democratic leaders want to put members on the record.
Memorial services for Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. begin at his civil rights organization’s Chicago headquarters
Memorial services for the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. began Thursday in Chicago, the city the late civil rights leader called home, starting at the headquarters of his civil rights organization.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Washington Will Be Mostly Political Theater Ahead of the Midterms
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she expects most activity in Washington, D.C., for the rest of the year to be “purely performative” and aimed at influencing voters before the midterm elections. She claimed lawmakers had discussed in internal meetings as early as January 2025 that they had only a limited window—about six to nine months—to accomplish substantive work.
Judge Orders Greenpeace to Pay About $345 Million Over Dakota Access Pipeline Protest Case
A North Dakota judge said he will order Greenpeace to pay an estimated $345 million in damages to Energy Transfer over protests tied to the Dakota Access oil pipeline. In court filings Tuesday, Judge James Gion indicated that Greenpeace International, Greenpeace USA, and Greenpeace Fund Inc. would each be held responsible for paying damages.
New York Sues Valve Over Alleged Illegal Gambling Through Loot Boxes
New York state has sued Valve, claiming that randomized loot boxes in games including Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, and Dota 2 constitute unregulated gambling by charging players for a luck-based chance to win virtual items that can carry real monetary value. The lawsuit argues Valve enables resale through the Steam Community Market and third-party marketplaces, with rare skins sometimes worth thousands of dollars. It also contends Steam Wallet proceeds function like cash on Steam and can be converted to real money indirectly, citing an investigator who bought a Steam Deck with wallet funds and resold it.
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