Mat Hutchison 
From the outset, I knew this day would come. To prepare, I strategically planned for a defined benefit, defined contribution, and state contribution pensions. Now that they have all reached maturity, I want to share the tone of the correspondence I received from each pension source. Mercer: In a congratulatory message, they expressed their well …
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Scottish independence myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. The writer is the author of ‘Untied Kingdom: A Global History of the End of Britain’ In November 1967, a historic by-election in the South Lanarkshire seat of Hamilton propelled Scotland’s independence movement to national …
Someone once observed that when the Titanic sank, it carried people from all walks of life. Regardless of wealth, fame, or education, everyone aboard was faced with the same tragic fate. In the aftermath of the sinking, the Cunard office in New York could only classify survivors into two categories: “LOST” and “SAVED.” In today’s …
As war ravages the Middle East in the aftermath of a surprise attack on Israel by Hamas militants, a recurring question stands out: How did Israeli intelligence—and their Western allies—not anticipate this? Various perspectives add to the intrigue and pose additional unanswered queries: CNN’s Joshua Berlinger provides historical background (source: CNN): “It has been …
Last Tuesday, to the surprise of the entire nation, House Republicans engaged in an unprecedented act of self-decapitation. Led by Florida congressman Matt Gaetz, a revolt within the party resulted in the removal of Speaker Kevin McCarthy. As the headless chamber stumbled about in confusion, political commentators and ordinary Americans struggled to make sense of …
Planning a Wedding: Surviving and Thriving in Marriage and a Wedding You can now listen to Fox News articles! If you’re a shopaholic, planning a wedding might just be the perfect cure. Even the most passionate consumer can get weary of the countless purchases and decisions required to make up the grand event that is …
When I read the news that Mitt Romney had announced his retirement from politics, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief. I don’t have many strong opinions about the senator from Utah, but the fact that he, at the age of 77, plans to step away from politics rather than cling to power until his …
W e need to discuss the rapid pace and appearance of economic change. It is widely believed that technology is accelerating this change and that the arrival of robots will result in the displacement of many older workers, as stated in this report by PwC. Although such changes can occur, especially when driven by factors …
Catherine King and Wayne Adams built a floating home in Canada together 31 years ago. Their home, located in Freedom Cove, consists of multiple buildings floating on Styrofoam. While the home appears idyllic, King now maintains it alone following Adams’ passing. For over three decades, Catherine King and her husband Wayne Adams shared a life …
Liam Connellan, a renowned figure in Irish business and industry, had a distinguished career that was marked by tragedy and achievement. His journey began at the Irish Management Institute (IMI), where he was working when a major disaster struck the Irish business sector. On June 18, 1972, BEA Flight 548 crashed near Staines, England, resulting …