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Single and over 50? There's an advice column just for you. In Love After 50, podcaster Laura Sturza answers questions ab...
11/06/2025

Single and over 50? There's an advice column just for you. In Love After 50, podcaster Laura Sturza answers questions about anything and everything. This month debuts with a realistic view of dating services: Are they worth it?

Ask Laura anything at [email protected]!

Q: I’m 69 and have been divorced for 30 years — a few boyfriends here and there, but my last relationship was over a decade ago. I recently moved to support my family. While I’m loving the grands and…

Did you know November is National Senior Pet Month? In honor of our mature furry friends, our cover story highlights the...
11/04/2025

Did you know November is National Senior Pet Month? In honor of our mature furry friends, our cover story highlights the many benefits of adopting an older pet.

When a beautiful, fluffy calico cat named Lucy was 12 years old, her family gave her up. Lucy was sick, and they couldn’t afford her medical care, according to Maddie Lederer, an adoption counselor…

From MoMA and Central Park to Flushing’s dumplings and Brooklyn’s rooftop views—this New York City guide mixes the famil...
06/17/2025

From MoMA and Central Park to Flushing’s dumplings and Brooklyn’s rooftop views—this New York City guide mixes the familiar with the unexpected. What’s the most surprising part of NYC you’ve discovered? Read more: https://www.thebeaconnewspapers.com/a-classic-new-york-city-trip-with-a-twist

I love New York. Who doesn’t? The theater, the museums, the music, the food, the subways…well, maybe not the subways. This past spring, my wife and I had the opportunity to sample it all during a…

Maui invites a calm escape with its tranquil beaches, lush trails, and hidden coastal spots. Could you use a mellow geta...
06/17/2025

Maui invites a calm escape with its tranquil beaches, lush trails, and hidden coastal spots. Could you use a mellow getaway by the sea? Discover what makes Maui so special—and tell us where you'd go first! Read more:

The laid-back vibe on Maui might be the perfect antidote to the frantic hustle of our everyday world: sunshine, beaches, lush tropical plants and exotic flowers. My husband, Chris, and I spent some…

Folger's lively Twelfth Night delivers laughs, heart, and a fresh take on Shakespeare’s classic. Playing through June 22...
06/16/2025

Folger's lively Twelfth Night delivers laughs, heart, and a fresh take on Shakespeare’s classic. Playing through June 22. What’s your favorite Shakespeare play? Read the full story:

Director Mei Ann Teo whips up a sparkling production of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, at the Folger Shakespeare Library through June 22. Spun through with song and sexy humor, it’s…

Think one drink a day is harmless? Even light alcohol can raise cancer risk and shorten life in adults 60+. Studies show...
05/21/2025

Think one drink a day is harmless? Even light alcohol can raise cancer risk and shorten life in adults 60+. Studies show no safe drinking level for this age group. What’s your take?

Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart, but better research methods have thrown cold water on that. “Drinking less is a great way to be healthier,” said Dr. Timothy Naimi,…

Want to live longer and healthier? Simple habits like exercise, good diet, sleep, and managing stress can help. What sma...
05/21/2025

Want to live longer and healthier? Simple habits like exercise, good diet, sleep, and managing stress can help. What small change have you made for your well-being? Share below!

For centuries, the world’s most powerful figures have tried to cheat death. The Epic of Gilgamesh tells of a king’s desperate attempt to outwit mortality. China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang,…

🧠 AI predicts Alzheimer’s with 78% accuracy by speech. 💊 Minoxidil pills may beat topical hair loss treatments. ⚠️ CT sc...
05/20/2025

🧠 AI predicts Alzheimer’s with 78% accuracy by speech. 💊 Minoxidil pills may beat topical hair loss treatments. ⚠️ CT scans might cause 5% of new cancers yearly. Stay informed with May’s health updates:

AI uses speech to predict Alzheimer’s An artificial intelligence (AI) model analyzing transcripts of speech from cognitive tests predicted the progression of cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s…

Remember the thrill of dropping the needle on a new 45 or spinning a 33 LP? Bob Levey takes us back to the golden age of...
05/20/2025

Remember the thrill of dropping the needle on a new 45 or spinning a 33 LP? Bob Levey takes us back to the golden age of vinyl and the joy it brought. What’s your favorite record memory?

It had to happen, and now it has. I was attending a social event full of 20-something adults. The talk turned to popular music back in the day. I said I used to have a large library of records — 33s,…

Forgetting names or misplacing your phone—is it normal aging or something else? Leslie Milk shares her take on memory la...
05/19/2025

Forgetting names or misplacing your phone—is it normal aging or something else? Leslie Milk shares her take on memory lapses and aging realities. What’s your perspective on memory as we grow older?

A few weeks ago, my 13-year-old grandson left his phone in the refrigerator. He had gone looking for snack, put his phone down on a shelf, and left the phone behind when he closed the refrigerator…

Skip the long drive—ride Amtrak’s Auto Train from Virginia to Florida with your car! Relax, dine, and arrive refreshed. ...
05/19/2025

Skip the long drive—ride Amtrak’s Auto Train from Virginia to Florida with your car! Relax, dine, and arrive refreshed. Have you tried this unique travel experience?

Last winter my wife, Fyllis, and I, along with our 2015 Honda, headed for warmer weather. Rather than navigating the car, though, we watched a movie and then enjoyed an excellent dinner with a fine…

Discover Great Smoky Mountains National Park—America’s most visited park. Enjoy scenic drives and easy trails for a rela...
05/16/2025

Discover Great Smoky Mountains National Park—America’s most visited park. Enjoy scenic drives and easy trails for a relaxing getaway. Have you explored the Smokies? Share your favorite memory!

Many people visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park hoping to spot mega-fauna — such as one of the park’s 1,500 black bears or an impressively-antlered elk. Seeing such large animals can surely…

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