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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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Wydysh formally announces Assembly bid, Morinello talks retirement

Niagara Gazette | 16 Jan 2026

Former Niagara County Legislature chairwoman Rebecca Wydysh formally announced her intentions on Thursday to succeed retired judge Angelo Morinello as the representative in the New York State Assembly’s 145th District in Niagara County. ...

McKinney sends retired playgrounds to developing nations

Plano Star Courier | 16 Jan 2026

The former playground at Inspiration Park, which will be refurbished and sent to children in developing countries. Photo courtesy of McKinney Parks and Recreation The city of McKinney has partnered with Project Playground to repurpose playground structures from Inspiration Park and Ash Woods Park, providing recreational facilities to children in

Boston Bruins retire Zdeno Chara's No. 33, honoring the giant defenseman who led 2011 Cup victory

HJ News | 16 Jan 2026

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara’s number in a ceremony before Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Kraken. ...

Why “breaking even” on Social Security is the wrong goal

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

There was a time when retirees could visit the Social Security Administration website and use a break-even calculator to estimate how long it would take for higher monthly benefits from delayed claiming to make up for the checks they gave ...

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg sends strong message on the economy

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

The dramatic escalation of pressure by

Costco quietly reverses a decade-old food court decision

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

In a lot of retail areas, there seem to be two clear-cut market leaders, and most people have a favorite. You might prefer Lowe's over Home Depot, or Sam's Club over Costco. The same logic applies to food. Some people ...

Eli Manning breaks down Travis Kelce’s retirement dilemma with a simple test every NFL veteran understands

The Times of India | 16 Jan 2026

While Travis Kelce's future looks uncertain at this point of time, Eli Manning comes forward to give the star Chiefs TE some valuable advice. For Kelce, the question is not about fame or numbers. It is about desire. The grind never announces itself loudly, but it makes its presence known over time, and few understand that better than a quarterback

Bruins retire No. 33 jersey of Hall of Famer Chara

ESPN | 16 Jan 2026

The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara's number in a ceremony before Thursday night's game against the Seattle Kraken. ...

SF Giants to retire incoming Hall of Famer Jeff Kent’s jersey No. 21

Times Standard | 16 Jan 2026

A month after Jeff Kent was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Giants announced on Thursday afternoon that they will retire Kent’s jersey No. 21 on Aug. 29 after he is inducted into Cooperstown in July. Kent will become the 14th person in franchise history to have his jersey number retired, joining Bill Terry (3), Mel Ott (4),

U.S., Iran relations "seems to be cooling off a little bit," retired Navy vice admiral says

CBS News | 16 Jan 2026

It seems President Trump is lowering the temperature with Iran, while keeping all options on the table. Retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Robert Murrett joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. ...

Look for other ways to save for retirement

The Star | 16 Jan 2026

From CONCERNED CITIZEN of Seri Kembangan, Selangor. Read full story ...

Bruins retire Chara’s No. 33, honoring defenceman who led 2011 Cup victory

TSN Canada | 16 Jan 2026

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara’s number in a ceremony before Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Kraken. Chara’s No. 33 is the 13th to be raised to

SF Giants to retire incoming Hall of Famer Jeff Kent’s jersey No. 21

The Mercury News | 16 Jan 2026

A month after Jeff Kent was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Giants announced on Thursday afternoon that they will retire Kent’s jersey No. 21 on Aug. 29 after he is inducted into Cooperstown in July. Kent will become the 14th person in franchise history to have his jersey number retired, joining Bill Terry (3), Mel Ott (4),

Elko council honors beloved, retiring pool manager

Elko Daily Free Press | 16 Jan 2026

ELKO — Nikki Johnson touched the lives of many as she taught young people to swim, managed the Elko Municipal Swimming Pool and handled facility challenges, such as a partial wall collapse, during her over 39 years with the city. ...

Where to watch Zdeno Chara’s jersey retirement ceremony today

Michigan Live | 16 Jan 2026

One of the best defensemen in NHL history will be honored among the best, as the Boston Bruins will be retiring Zdeno Chara’s No. 33 on Thursday night at TD Garden. Watch the NHL on ESPN+ Chara will become the 13th player in franchise history to have his number retired, joining the likes of Bruins legends Bobby Orr,

Luke Littler makes retirement admission after first match since World Darts Championship payday

The Mirror | 15 Jan 2026

Luke Littler put on an impressive performance against Paul Lim at the Bahrain Masters on Thursday, 12 days on from his successful title defence at the World Darts Championship ...

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Wydysh formally announces Assembly bid, Morinello talks retirement

Niagara Gazette | 16 Jan 2026

Former Niagara County Legislature chairwoman Rebecca Wydysh formally announced her intentions on Thursday to succeed retired judge Angelo Morinello as the representative in the New York State Assembly’s 145th District in Niagara County. ...

McKinney sends retired playgrounds to developing nations

Plano Star Courier | 16 Jan 2026

The former playground at Inspiration Park, which will be refurbished and sent to children in developing countries. Photo courtesy of McKinney Parks and Recreation The city of McKinney has partnered with Project Playground to repurpose playground structures from Inspiration Park and Ash Woods Park, providing recreational facilities to children in

Boston Bruins retire Zdeno Chara's No. 33, honoring the giant defenseman who led 2011 Cup victory

HJ News | 16 Jan 2026

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara’s number in a ceremony before Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Kraken. ...

Why “breaking even” on Social Security is the wrong goal

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

There was a time when retirees could visit the Social Security Administration website and use a break-even calculator to estimate how long it would take for higher monthly benefits from delayed claiming to make up for the checks they gave ...

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg sends strong message on the economy

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

The dramatic escalation of pressure by

Costco quietly reverses a decade-old food court decision

The Capital Journal | 16 Jan 2026

In a lot of retail areas, there seem to be two clear-cut market leaders, and most people have a favorite. You might prefer Lowe's over Home Depot, or Sam's Club over Costco. The same logic applies to food. Some people ...

Eli Manning breaks down Travis Kelce’s retirement dilemma with a simple test every NFL veteran understands

The Times of India | 16 Jan 2026

While Travis Kelce's future looks uncertain at this point of time, Eli Manning comes forward to give the star Chiefs TE some valuable advice. For Kelce, the question is not about fame or numbers. It is about desire. The grind never announces itself loudly, but it makes its presence known over time, and few understand that better than a quarterback

Bruins retire No. 33 jersey of Hall of Famer Chara

ESPN | 16 Jan 2026

The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara's number in a ceremony before Thursday night's game against the Seattle Kraken. ...

SF Giants to retire incoming Hall of Famer Jeff Kent’s jersey No. 21

Times Standard | 16 Jan 2026

A month after Jeff Kent was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Giants announced on Thursday afternoon that they will retire Kent’s jersey No. 21 on Aug. 29 after he is inducted into Cooperstown in July. Kent will become the 14th person in franchise history to have his jersey number retired, joining Bill Terry (3), Mel Ott (4),

U.S., Iran relations "seems to be cooling off a little bit," retired Navy vice admiral says

CBS News | 16 Jan 2026

It seems President Trump is lowering the temperature with Iran, while keeping all options on the table. Retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Robert Murrett joins "The Daily Report" to discuss. ...

Look for other ways to save for retirement

The Star | 16 Jan 2026

From CONCERNED CITIZEN of Seri Kembangan, Selangor. Read full story ...

Bruins retire Chara’s No. 33, honoring defenceman who led 2011 Cup victory

TSN Canada | 16 Jan 2026

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara’s number in a ceremony before Thursday night’s game against the Seattle Kraken. Chara’s No. 33 is the 13th to be raised to

SF Giants to retire incoming Hall of Famer Jeff Kent’s jersey No. 21

The Mercury News | 16 Jan 2026

A month after Jeff Kent was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the Giants announced on Thursday afternoon that they will retire Kent’s jersey No. 21 on Aug. 29 after he is inducted into Cooperstown in July. Kent will become the 14th person in franchise history to have his jersey number retired, joining Bill Terry (3), Mel Ott (4),

Elko council honors beloved, retiring pool manager

Elko Daily Free Press | 16 Jan 2026

ELKO — Nikki Johnson touched the lives of many as she taught young people to swim, managed the Elko Municipal Swimming Pool and handled facility challenges, such as a partial wall collapse, during her over 39 years with the city. ...

Where to watch Zdeno Chara’s jersey retirement ceremony today

Michigan Live | 16 Jan 2026

One of the best defensemen in NHL history will be honored among the best, as the Boston Bruins will be retiring Zdeno Chara’s No. 33 on Thursday night at TD Garden. Watch the NHL on ESPN+ Chara will become the 13th player in franchise history to have his number retired, joining the likes of Bruins legends Bobby Orr,

Luke Littler makes retirement admission after first match since World Darts Championship payday

The Mirror | 15 Jan 2026

Luke Littler put on an impressive performance against Paul Lim at the Bahrain Masters on Thursday, 12 days on from his successful title defence at the World Darts Championship ...

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