Stories
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Could Voting Help You Live Longer? This 15-Year Study Says It Might
By Rachel Ann Melegrito • July 27, 2026Voting is a citizen’s privilege and fundamental right. A new study suggests that in older adults, exercising the right… -
The Secret Behind Your Social Security Raise
By Maurie J. Backman • July 26, 2026If you’re receiving Social Security benefits (or expect to someday), you’ve probably heard some people discuss the program’s cost-of-living… -
She Spent Years Chasing an Ironman. What She Found at the Finish Line Changed Everything
By Christina Daves • July 24, 2026“You’re Too Old For That” is a regular series that explores inspiring activities being pursued by those over 50… -
Want to Give Your Grandchild an 800 Credit Score? This Credit Card Trick Could Help
By Jodi Ireland • July 24, 2026One inheritance never appears in a will: a credit score. But you can give this gift years before a… -
Most 85-Year-Olds Aren’t Planning This Kind of Vacation
By Sara Karnish • July 23, 2026“You’re Too Old For That” is a regular series that explores inspiring activities being pursued by those over 50… -
AI Wants To Spend Your Money. Here’s What You Need to Know
By Jodi Ireland • July 23, 2026Imagine not having to shop anymore because your “agent” does it for you. That’s the pitch, at least. One… -
How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush? A Dentist Provides Answers
By Rachel Ann Melegrito • July 22, 2026When it comes to hygiene, few habits are as ingrained as taking care of your teeth. Brush at least… -
Why senior golfers get hurt and how to prevent injury
By Owen Campbell • July 21, 2026Golf is an immensely popular sport among seniors. According to the National Golf Foundation, over 10 million golfers in… -
6 Portfolio “Leaks” and How To Fix Them
By Daria Kelly Uhlig • July 21, 2026The median retirement balance for someone in their 50s is $438,886, and that figure climbs to $536,748 for folks… -
Cyclospora Cases Are Rising: What Older Adults Need to Know
By Taneia Surles, MPH • July 20, 2026If you’ve been watching the news lately, you may have heard about the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak. According to the… -
Analyst drastically lowers Social Security COLA Estimate
By Gabriel Vito • July 20, 2026The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported July 14 that inflation cooled sharply in June, and the data has already… -
World Cup inflation is real, according to new survey
By Dawn Allcot • July 19, 2026As Spain and Argentina soccer teams prepare for the World Cup finals of 2026 in New Jersey at MetLife…