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The House is expected to vote on the Social Security Fairness Act this week, a bipartisan bill that would restore full benefits to workers who also receive other pensions, despite a last-minute attempt by the Freedom Caucus to derail the effort. The bill has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans, and if passed, would take effect for benefits payable after December 2023.

In an interview with CBS News, Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist, emphasizes the importance of a gut-friendly diet for both physical and mental health. She recommends incorporating fiber-rich foods like vegetables, berries, and extra-dark natural chocolate, along with lean proteins and healthy fats, as found in the Mediterranean diet.

The U.S. economy is facing uncertainty due to the ongoing trade war and its impact on the stock market, raising concerns about a potential recession. While the risk of a recession appears relatively low at present, there are several warning signs, such as weakening consumer sentiment and spending, that cannot be ignored.

YouTube TV subscribers will see their monthly bills increase to $82.99 starting in January, marking the latest in a series of price hikes for the popular streaming service. The company cites rising content costs as the reason for the increase, which brings the monthly cost of YouTube TV to more than double what it was at its launch in 2017.

AI-powered voice cloning tools are enabling criminals to impersonate loved ones and defraud unsuspecting victims, particularly older adults, out of large sums of money. To combat these scams, experts recommend creating a family "safe word" and establishing a protocol for verifying a caller's identity.