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I must pay income tax on my two tiny private pensions: What do I need ...

The Daily Mail | 14 Jan 2026

The state pension means I am below the personal allowance. However, I also have workplace pensions which will take me above it. How, then, do I pay tax? Do I get sent a bill? ...

Private pension policy in focus

ECNS | 08 Jan 2026

A tour bus for AIA's national private pension talk show tour makes a stop in Zhengzhou, Henan province, on Dec 21, 2025. (ZUO DONGCHEN/FOR CHINA DAILY) Three years after its launch, China's private pension system has made steady progress, with rising account participation, an increasingly diverse product lineup and broadly stable returns, but

T�rkiye lowers state support for private pension plans to 20%

Daily Sabah | 07 Jan 2026

T�rkiye has lowered the state contribution rate in its private pension system (BES) to 20% from 30%, according to a presidential decree published in the Official Gazette on Wednesd ...

EIOPA flags financial stability risks related to private credit, a weakening dollar and global interconnectedness (EIOPA - European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority)

Public Technologies | 15 Dec 2025

) The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) published today its December 2025 Financial Stability Report in which it analyses the risks and vulnerabilities facing European insurers and occupational pension funds in a period marked by economic fragility, subdued growth and high uncertainties about the future of international

DAX pension funds ramp up private markets as DC overhaul reshapes demand

IPE | 11 Dec 2025

Mercer expects German corporate pension funds�to boost private markets exposure, combining�core infrastructure and senior private debt ...

Why doesn't Chancellor raid public sector pensions instead of always coming after private sector workers? ...

The Daily Mail | 09 Dec 2025

Those of us who saved hard risk seeing the rug pulled from under us, being left financially vulnerable. We don't have the luxury of income certainty in retirement ...

Trustees urged to upskill as pension funds embrace private markets

IPE | 01 Dec 2025

Private market allocations have nearly tripled across UK pension schemes since 2019’, says Pensions Management Institute guide ...

Reeves has just destroyed the case for private sector pensions

AOL | 28 Nov 2025

In a little-noticed paragraph in the Budget, the Chancellor said something relatively innocuous at first glance, but which upends anything resembling a fair pensions system. Rachel Reeves said: “We are ensuring that people only in receipt of the basic or new state pension do not have to pay small amounts of tax through Simple Assessment from April

Budget blow to salary sacrifice schemes will add more pain to private sector pensions

This is Money | 26 Nov 2025

The attack on salary sacrifice schemes threatens private sector pensions while the public sector emerges unscathed, experts warn. They claim the move could dent savers’ retirement pots and lead companies to

EXCLUSIVE: Perth private school teachers told accept pension cuts or face redundancy

The Courier | 26 Nov 2025

Educators at the �20,000-a-year school told The Courier they earn less than their council counterparts. ...

EPFO Pension Calculator: Worked 30 Years In A Private Job? Here's How Much You’ll Get

News18 | 22 Nov 2025

The minimum age to start receiving a pension is 58, provided the employee has completed at least 10 years of service. A reduced pension can also be taken from the age of 50 ...

People taking money out of private or workplace pensions could be due �3,800 tax refund

Daily Record | 21 Nov 2025

More than 13,000 tax refund forms were processed between April and June. ...

DWS urges pension funds to rethink cashflow strategies as private markets shift

IPE | 19 Nov 2025

Alternatives can diversify pension portfolios, but private credit currently offers limited extra returns,�DWS says ...

FCA pension scheme invests less in UK stocks than private sector peers

Financial Times | 19 Nov 2025

Low allocation comes as the government and FCA encourage fund managers to put more money in domestic market ...

Private sector retirees get a pension-powered lifeline

The Daily Tribune - Bahrain | 15 Nov 2025

Private sector retirees can now apply for a new commutation loan every two years — a scheme that lets them take part of their future pension as an advance lump sum and repay it through monthly pension deductions — without needing to clear previous loans first. A parliamentary proposal enabling this change has

Corporate Adviser | Data Infrastructure Must Keep Pace with Pension Funds’ Private Market Ambitions (Clearwater Analytics Holdings Inc)

Public Technologies | 13 Nov 2025

) The announcement that Legal & General, AustralianSuper and Nest will collectively invest £3bn in UK private markets is a welcome sign of renewed confidence in Britain's long-term growth strategy. The focus on infrastructure, housing and high-growth companies reflects the structural need for long-duration capital to power the real economy. Yet

Banca Transilvania and BT Investments have received ASF approval for the acquisition of BRD Pensii and the BRD mandatory private pension fund (Banca Transilvania SA)

Public Technologies | 13 Nov 2025

) Banca Transilvania and BT Investments have received the approval of the Financial Supervisory Authority for the acquisition of BRD Pensii and the BRD mandatory private pension fund (pillar 2). The transfer of the

Swiss pension funds pursue domestic private equity amid scepticism

IPE | 12 Nov 2025

Swisscanto’s new domestic private equity fund draws strong pension fund interest as scepticism on the asset class grows ...

Italy’s pension funds deepen private markets drive amid search for diversification

IPE | 11 Nov 2025

Several Italian pension schemes are expanding allocations to private markets to boost diversification and returns ...

Will pension rules catch me out after transfer from public sector to a private sector job?

The Irish Times | 11 Nov 2025

I worked as a public servant for over 25 years and took early retirement to pursue another career. I have a reduced Civil Service pension and paid reduced rate PRSI for my career in that sector. I am now working in the private sector and paying full rate PRSI. I understand that I need minimum of 10 years’ PRSI contributions to be eligible for any

State pensioners with small private pensions face HMRC tax by 2027

The Mirror | 09 Nov 2025

The full state pension rate is set to overtake the personal allowance, the point at which someone starts paying tax, in 2027, and it will come within just a few pounds of it from next April ...

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Lions’ Chen Yung-chi to retire after the 2026 season

Taipei Times | 17 Jan 2026

Staff writer, with CNA Ten-time Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) All-Star Chen Yung-chi is retiring from the sport after this season with the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions. “This year will be my last season,” the veteran infielder said at a media event in Taipei on Friday. Chen said that while he first considered hanging up his bat about

Aaron Rodgers' future with Steelers revealed by NFL insider as retirement looms

Sportingnews | 17 Jan 2026

Aaron Rodgers joined the Pittsburgh Steelers on what many expected to be a one-year attempt at contention. It looks like that assumption was correct. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that we've "seen the last" of Rodgers in Pittsburgh. The insider wouldn't go so far as to

“It’s a dream come true': Dell Curry gets emotional after Hornets announce No. 30 jersey retirement

The Times of India | 17 Jan 2026

The Charlotte Hornets have officially announced a moment applauding decades of hard work and loyalty: the retirement of No. 30. The news was released on January 14th, 2026, and took the internet by storm as fans poured in congratulatory messages. On March 19, 2026, the franchise will hoist Dell Curry’s jersey into the Spectrum Center rafters,

Dear Abby: With retirement on the horizon, woman worries about spare time

Lehigh Valley | 17 Jan 2026

DEAR ABBY: I am a 66-year-old woman who has worked full time for 47 years, in addition to raising two children and maintaining a home. I will be retiring in three months because, honestly, I’m tired of the rat race. ...

University Place general manager Rob Kallas retires after half-century of building Utah County’s retail hub

Provo Daily Herald | 17 Jan 2026

Jacob Nielson, Daily Herald Courtesy Woodbury Corp. Courtesy Kallas family Courtesy Kallas Family Courtesy Kallas Family Courtesy Kallas Family In the 1970s, Woodbury Corp. launched a two-anchor mall in Orem, anchored by ZCMI on the west end and JCPenney on the east. Over the last half-century, the property has grown into the sprawling campus now

116-year-old shoe store shuts doors in widening retail crisis

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

Back in the 1980s, when I needed new sneakers, my mother took me to a local retail store, The Athlete's Corner. In that store, once you selected the shoes you might want, someone measured your foot, brought you sneakers to ...

Disney makes surprise 'Star Wars' Parks change

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

These are the droids you're looking for. With dynamic pricing already in the works, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has big changes for Disneyland's "Star Wars" zone coming down the pike. For my money, "Star Wars" fans will be pleased ...

Total Health Foods in Wyandotte to close as owners retire

Detroit Free Press | 17 Jan 2026

Viral 1997 H-E-B receipt reveals shocking price increases Zoe Dippel decided to compare today’s grocery prices to those of the 1990’s after finding an H-E-B receipt from 1997 with 122 items, totaling $155. It was more than 20 years ago when twins Annette and Janette Crossman, who worked act McDonald's as supervisors, got into the health food

Hope Bancorp Announces Retirement of Director Scott Whang

Business Wire | 17 Jan 2026

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) (the

Catch-Up Contributions: Maximizing Your Savings If You’re Over 50 in 2026 and Beyond

The Epoch Times | 17 Jan 2026

If you’re over 50 and feel behind on retirement savings, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of

These Social Security earners are getting paid early. So who’s affected and why

The Miami Herald | 17 Jan 2026

What to know about the agency’s payment calendar. ...

Local UK police chief retires amid Maccabi fan ban row

Princeton Daily Clarion | 17 Jan 2026

A top UK police chief who oversaw a contentious decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv football fans from a Birmingham match retired on Friday after public pressure for him to step down. ...

Retired Ohio chief justice joins alliance to preserve independent judicial branch

The Athens Messenger | 17 Jan 2026

(Ohio Capital Journal) — Former Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor is spending her retirement tending to a new puppy, and fighting to preserve the judicial branch of the United States. ...

RIO adds chief retirement officer

The Bismarck Tribune | 17 Jan 2026

The North Dakota Retirement and Investment Off ce has hired Chase Kauffeld as chief retirement off cer. Kauffeld guides the Teachers' Fund for Retirement, a defined benefit plan that provides retirement income to North Dakota educators. ...

This retired Marine stands with Kelly

Corvallis Gazette-Times | 17 Jan 2026

I don't like President Donald Trump much and have worked hard over the years to write about him in as many different forums as I could. It's nothing personal. I just think he is the single greatest threat to our ...

Retiring San Carlos city manager praised

The Daily Journal - San Mateo | 17 Jan 2026

Jeff Maltbie retired from his role as the city manager of San Carlos, a position which he held for 15 years that concluded a lifelong career in public service. ...

Apple's Environmental Chief Lisa Jackson retires after 13 years

The Times of India | 17 Jan 2026

Lisa Jackson, Vice President for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives at Apple has retired from the company after 13 years. According to a report by MacRumours, Jackson has been removed from Apple’s leadership page on January 16. Jackson’s retirement was announced by the company last

Amazon is selling a narrow storage cabinet with 9 adjustable shelves for $60

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

"I was really impressed with the quality right out of the box." ...

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Lions’ Chen Yung-chi to retire after the 2026 season

Taipei Times | 17 Jan 2026

Staff writer, with CNA Ten-time Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) All-Star Chen Yung-chi is retiring from the sport after this season with the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions. “This year will be my last season,” the veteran infielder said at a media event in Taipei on Friday. Chen said that while he first considered hanging up his bat about

Aaron Rodgers' future with Steelers revealed by NFL insider as retirement looms

Sportingnews | 17 Jan 2026

Aaron Rodgers joined the Pittsburgh Steelers on what many expected to be a one-year attempt at contention. It looks like that assumption was correct. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that we've "seen the last" of Rodgers in Pittsburgh. The insider wouldn't go so far as to

“It’s a dream come true': Dell Curry gets emotional after Hornets announce No. 30 jersey retirement

The Times of India | 17 Jan 2026

The Charlotte Hornets have officially announced a moment applauding decades of hard work and loyalty: the retirement of No. 30. The news was released on January 14th, 2026, and took the internet by storm as fans poured in congratulatory messages. On March 19, 2026, the franchise will hoist Dell Curry’s jersey into the Spectrum Center rafters,

Dear Abby: With retirement on the horizon, woman worries about spare time

Lehigh Valley | 17 Jan 2026

DEAR ABBY: I am a 66-year-old woman who has worked full time for 47 years, in addition to raising two children and maintaining a home. I will be retiring in three months because, honestly, I’m tired of the rat race. ...

University Place general manager Rob Kallas retires after half-century of building Utah County’s retail hub

Provo Daily Herald | 17 Jan 2026

Jacob Nielson, Daily Herald Courtesy Woodbury Corp. Courtesy Kallas family Courtesy Kallas Family Courtesy Kallas Family Courtesy Kallas Family In the 1970s, Woodbury Corp. launched a two-anchor mall in Orem, anchored by ZCMI on the west end and JCPenney on the east. Over the last half-century, the property has grown into the sprawling campus now

116-year-old shoe store shuts doors in widening retail crisis

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

Back in the 1980s, when I needed new sneakers, my mother took me to a local retail store, The Athlete's Corner. In that store, once you selected the shoes you might want, someone measured your foot, brought you sneakers to ...

Disney makes surprise 'Star Wars' Parks change

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

These are the droids you're looking for. With dynamic pricing already in the works, The Walt Disney Company (DIS) has big changes for Disneyland's "Star Wars" zone coming down the pike. For my money, "Star Wars" fans will be pleased ...

Total Health Foods in Wyandotte to close as owners retire

Detroit Free Press | 17 Jan 2026

Viral 1997 H-E-B receipt reveals shocking price increases Zoe Dippel decided to compare today’s grocery prices to those of the 1990’s after finding an H-E-B receipt from 1997 with 122 items, totaling $155. It was more than 20 years ago when twins Annette and Janette Crossman, who worked act McDonald's as supervisors, got into the health food

Hope Bancorp Announces Retirement of Director Scott Whang

Business Wire | 17 Jan 2026

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hope Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOPE) (the

Catch-Up Contributions: Maximizing Your Savings If You’re Over 50 in 2026 and Beyond

The Epoch Times | 17 Jan 2026

If you’re over 50 and feel behind on retirement savings, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of

These Social Security earners are getting paid early. So who’s affected and why

The Miami Herald | 17 Jan 2026

What to know about the agency’s payment calendar. ...

Local UK police chief retires amid Maccabi fan ban row

Princeton Daily Clarion | 17 Jan 2026

A top UK police chief who oversaw a contentious decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv football fans from a Birmingham match retired on Friday after public pressure for him to step down. ...

Retired Ohio chief justice joins alliance to preserve independent judicial branch

The Athens Messenger | 17 Jan 2026

(Ohio Capital Journal) — Former Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor is spending her retirement tending to a new puppy, and fighting to preserve the judicial branch of the United States. ...

RIO adds chief retirement officer

The Bismarck Tribune | 17 Jan 2026

The North Dakota Retirement and Investment Off ce has hired Chase Kauffeld as chief retirement off cer. Kauffeld guides the Teachers' Fund for Retirement, a defined benefit plan that provides retirement income to North Dakota educators. ...

This retired Marine stands with Kelly

Corvallis Gazette-Times | 17 Jan 2026

I don't like President Donald Trump much and have worked hard over the years to write about him in as many different forums as I could. It's nothing personal. I just think he is the single greatest threat to our ...

Retiring San Carlos city manager praised

The Daily Journal - San Mateo | 17 Jan 2026

Jeff Maltbie retired from his role as the city manager of San Carlos, a position which he held for 15 years that concluded a lifelong career in public service. ...

Apple's Environmental Chief Lisa Jackson retires after 13 years

The Times of India | 17 Jan 2026

Lisa Jackson, Vice President for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives at Apple has retired from the company after 13 years. According to a report by MacRumours, Jackson has been removed from Apple’s leadership page on January 16. Jackson’s retirement was announced by the company last

Amazon is selling a narrow storage cabinet with 9 adjustable shelves for $60

The Capital Journal | 17 Jan 2026

"I was really impressed with the quality right out of the box." ...

A pension is nothing more than deferred compensation.
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