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We heard from 1,000 older Americans: Here are some of their biggest regrets

Over 1,000 older Americans shared their biggest regrets, including not saving enough for retirement…

Noah Sheidlower   


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The typical first-time homebuyer in America is older than ever before

They have a median age of 38, up from 35 in 2023. By comparison, first-time homebuyers in the 1980s…

Alcynna Lloyd   


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The end of American careerism

Climbing the corporate ladder was once a cornerstone of the American Dream. Now, many professionals…

Aki Ito   


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A sports medicine doctor shares 3 things she does to maintain muscle and stay active as she grows older

Caring for our musculoskeletal health can help us stay strong and active as we age, said Dr. Vonda …

Kim Schewitz   


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Trump's plans to change healthcare could slash insurance for some low-income Americans and retirees

Trump said during his campaign that he'd make changes to the Affordable Care Act. His plans could r…

Allie Kelly   


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An increasing number of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, BofA says

Around a quarter of households are spending more than 95% of their income on necessary expenses, ac…

Jennifer Sor   


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My older mom is losing her memory. I'm rushing to plan my wedding while she still remembers my partner.

My mom is in her 80s and has been slowly losing her memory for years. I want her to be present in o…

Michael Kaye   


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Mojitos and an MRI: Meet the Americans who are getting health screenings on vacation

Americans are saving thousands of dollars by leaving the country for their health screenings and me…

Manisha Krishnan   


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JD Vance's pro-natalist comments are older than his political career

JD Vance's pro-natalist stance and disparaging remarks about childless leaders have dotted his rhet…

Alice Tecotzky   


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Montana's housing crisis is a warning for older homeowners across the country

Older and retired Montanans are particularly hard hit by the state's severe housing crisis, as thei…

Eliza Relman   


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A 114-year-old woman is now the oldest living American. She says 3 things have helped her live so long.

Naomi Whitehead believes that religion and working hard are among the factors that have helped her …

Serafina Kenny   


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Why older Americans are ditching retirement to drive for Uber and Lyft

Millions of retired Americans are going back to work in gig economy jobs, like driving for Uber, t…

Jacob Zinkula,Noah Sheidlower   


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More than half of child-free Americans under 50 who don't think they'll ever have kids say they just don't want them

Fifty-seven percent of Americans under 50 and without kids said they just don't want to have any, a…

John Towfighi   


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Oprah Winfrey says she doesn't worry about getting older despite knowing that 'there isn't as much time left'

"I remember many, many years ago as a young girl, I had always thought that I would never make it t…

Amanda Goh   


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I've been a student in the UK for 6 years. But my family in the US is getting older, and I'm torn about moving back to be with them.

After completing her bachelor's and master's overseas, Scarlett Kiaras-Attari now plans to pursue a…

Erin Liam   


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A third of Americans plan to retire on Social Security alone, but it may not be enough to get by

A personal finance expert shares how Americans can maximize Social Security income and best save fo…

Allie Kelly   


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I'm an American mom living in Spain. When we visit the US, my son is surprised by the 'fancy' cars and how sugary breakfast is.

Jennison Grigsby's son is almost 9. He's surprised about how sugary breakfast is in the US compared…

Jennifer Fernández Solano   


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Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk

Farmers in Thailand saw their crops wither and mourned the loss of livestock that perished unde…

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The American Kennel Club's pedophile problem

As high-profile cases involving the sexual abuse and assault of children rock the world of dog show…

Katherine Long   


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American Airlines passengers were stuck at airport gate for 14 hours after flight to Miami was diverted to the Bahamas

A flight from Puerto Rico to Miami was diverted to the Bahamas. The passengers, without passports, …

Monica Humphries