It was personal when Pat Schultz enrolled her German shepherd-poodle mix in the Dog Aging Project. Her husband was suffering from Alzheimer’s at the time, and the project her dog was participating in aimed to advance research into both canine and human aging.
Her dog, 12-year-old Murphy,…
Charleston may get most of the attention when it comes to South Carolina’s many cities, but the history, culture, and (of course) Southern charm that make it so special can also be found in smaller and less expensive places in the region.
If you’ve ever watched “Forrest Gump” or
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It’s easy to plan a three-course meal for yourself for under $10 total at the Costco food court. Start with the chicken bake — make sure to split it with someone else or save the rest for later; it’s enough to fill you up on its own — for $4, then order the famous $1.50 hot dog for an entrée. (We can confirm that Costco’s iconic hot dog is actually delicious, delivering surprisingly great flavor and a satisfying snap at a very low price.)
But the star of your meal at the bulk retailer might actually be dessert. Costco has introduced a new sweet treat to
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Let’s face it—aging in 2026 isn’t your grandmother’s version of “slowing down.”
We’re upgrading walkers with Bluetooth, asking AI to remind us where we left our glasses (spoiler: they’re on our head), and traveling to places our younger selves never dreamed of because back then we were raising families and navigating careers.
Now? We take naps on purpose. Life is good.
Read the entire article: The 2026 Playbook: Healthy Habits, Travel Dreams, and Laughing at Gravity with Aging Jokes! – The National Chrysler Retirement Organization (NCRO)
NEW YORK (AP) — You can’t keep Stanley Tucci from his beloved Italy just like you can’t keep cheese from lasagna.
The Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning actor is once again elegantly roaming through the land of his heritage in National Geographic’s new food-travel series “Tucci in Italy,” less than three years after a similar show was axed.
“I think that visually it’s more interesting this time
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These days when it’s cold out and gets dark early, it can be tempting to hole up at home and keep to ourselves. But that’s not good for our health and well-being now or at any time of year, according to a new book.
The secret to thriving
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A Kentucky police department has apologized for its slew of ‘unhinged’ posts amid Winter Storm Fern – only to continue trolling officials with the same ironic tone.
The Louisville Metropolitan Police Department (LMPD) social media team has been having some fun over the past few days by sharing humorous sentiments poking fun at storm-related incidents on its X account.
On Sunday in particular, the department shared
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Those who deal in classic cars are reporting strong sales and interest heading into 2026, as interest in vintage wheels continues to spike.
The Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth announced “record momentum” as the calendar year ended, saying 2025 attendance climbed more than 10 percent, topping 60,000 visitors. “All signs point to a very good year behind us and an even better one ahead,” said Head Docent Vincent Moretti.
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Scientists treated an ‘untreatable’ eye condition, the Global Ocean Treaty entered force, and the US murder rate plummeted, plus more good news This week’s good news roundup
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Jan. 14 (UPI) — A recovery crew was summoned to an Irish road when a truck carrying up to 15,000 crabs crashed into a ditch and set the crustaceans free.
The McLaughlin Transport truck was carrying a load of crabs caught in Inishowen to restaurants and stores in Portugal when it wound up in the ditch at the side of the R238 road in Carrickmaquigley, Redcastle, County Donegal.
Read the entire article: Watch: Crashed truck releases 15,000 live crabs next to road – UPI.com
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The 2024 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport “Éléphant Blanc” will take centre stage as Bonhams|Cars returns to the beautiful lawns of the Westin Kierland Resort in Arizona for its annual Scottsdale Auction on January 23, kickstarting an exciting slate of 2026 sales.
Estimated at $4,500,000 – 5,000,000, this one-of-one Sur Mesure commission pays homage to Bugatti’s legendary Type 41 Royale and its iconic “Éléphant Blanc” motif. Delivered new to Canada, it’s finished in
Read the entire article: Bonhams|Cars Opens 2026 with the One-of-One Bugatti Chiron Super Sport “Éléphant Blanc” at Scottsdale | WebWire
At the end of every year, many of us resolve to make small changes in our lives. But what would it take to make a radical change–and can it still be done if you’ve reached retirement age?
Today on The Sunday Story, WBUR reporter Anthony Brooks shares stories about people he’s met who’ve done just that. To hear more of Anthony’s reporting on people who reinvented themselves late in life, check out his series “The Third Act.”
Read the entire article: How Americans Are Changing Their Lives in Old Age : Up First from NPR : NPR
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Most people think that planning for a happy retirement is all about numbers.
It centers around one question: Do my financial assets — pension, 401(k)s/IRAs, Social Security, property, sale of a business, etc. — provide enough income to fund my desired retirement lifestyle?
Ask any retiree, and they’ll likely tell you that’s only half the story.
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An overdue library book was returned to the Chantilly Regional Library after 36 years and a trip to Greece. The Fairfax County Library system posted about the book’s return on Facebook Thursday.
Harry the Dirty Dog was initially checked out by Nov. 6, 1989 by diplomats living in D.C., their son, Dimitris, said in a note.
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Tis the season to be… stressed? Despite the glimmer of sparkle often associated with the holiday season, it can also come with more than its fair share of anxiety, chaos and overwhelming moments (emotionally and physically).
And thanks to all that, psychologists say stress is quite common during the most “wonderful” time of the year, especially if you’re a woman over 50. “For many women, this is the age when things
Read the entire article: How To Enjoy the Holidays Again Over 50: 13 Ways, Experts Say – Parade
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