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    Best and Worst Impacts of Trump’s First Term on Seniors

    The most controversial and divisive president in modern American history, Donald Trump won 53% of the vote among people 50 and older in 2016, according to AARP, although older voters also helped Democrats secure some down-ballot seats. According to the…

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    America’s Healthiest States for Seniors, Ranked

    Senior health is an acute concern everywhere, but some states are doing a far better job of addressing it. According to the Census Bureau, adults 65 and older are now more than 15% of the total population. By 2030, that…

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    Who Is the Highest-Paid Public Employee in Your State?

    In the vast majority of America, the highest-paid public employee in the state is not the governor or a Supreme Court justice, but a college coach. Football coaches at public schools top the list, but basketball coaches are cashing in…

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    How COVID-19 Has Changed Labor Day Travel Hot Spots

    With the end of summer comes Labor Day weekend, which in years past has signaled one last trip to close out the season. As it turns out, this year doesn’t look much different, despite a pandemic — except for the…

  • Rock and roll musician Elvis Presley performing on the Elvis comeback TV special on June 27, 1968.
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    The Shocking Truth About Elvis Presley’s Hit Songs

    During his career, Elvis Presley recorded over 600 songs, many of them big hits ranging from “Love Me Tender” and “Jailhouse Rock” to “Don’t Be Cruel” and “Hound Dog.” He has seven recordings in the Grammy Hall of Fame and…

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    Roadschooling: Meet the Parents Turning Their RVs Into Classrooms

    Back-to-school hassles usually include finding the right brand of pencils or a backpack your kid doesn’t hate. This year, well, things are a little different. The pandemic means some parents will be overseeing at-home learning, often while trying to keep…

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    Products to Make Life Easier for Left-Handed People

    Let’s face it: We live in a right-handed world. From hygiene and handbags to sports equipment and scissors, lefties learn early that many products are often not designed with them…

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    How to Know When to Move Into a Retirement Community

    Maybe you’ve avoided financial pitfalls and are enjoying retirement stress-free or you’ve simply become an empty nester, but you may wonder if it’s time to relocate to a retirement community.…

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    TEST Google Shopping Products

    $20 from TargetShop Now Squishmallow 16″ Gordon Shark $60 from eBayShop Now Pokemon: Hatterene V – Champion’s Path Box $26 from AmazonShop Now Chuckle and Roar Pop It! Kids Bubble…

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    Where to Eat in Chicago: 49 Local Favorites

    The famous Chicago dog and deep-dish pizza have earned their well-deserved spots in the Windy City’s culinary repertoire, but there’s much more to Chi-Town cuisine, from comforting soul food to…

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    On Jackie O’s Birthday, Remembering Her Iconic Style

    The late Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was a global style icon, and Americans everywhere will remember the former first lady’s graceful elegance, dedication to arts and culture, and keen eye for…

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    12 Presidential Vacation Spots That You Can Afford

    U.S. presidents certainly have a way of putting a vacation destination on the map, increasing its profile, prestige, and often price through their visits. The Clintons became a regular fixture…

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    Which Celebrities Besides Tom Hanks Have Dual Citizenship?

    It’s estimated that the U.S. welcomes about 2,100 new citizens per day. Most of those names, of course, aren’t recognizable to most people. There are, however, a number of celebrities…

  • 20 Items You Should Avoid Buying in Bulk

    These days people are stocking up more than ever (especially on toilet paper) but it’s critical to do it the right way. Shopping at a warehouse club like Costco or…

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    Why Some People Will Never Shop at Walmart

    Walmart often has the best deals when it comes to price. Yet some people refuse to shop at the chain retailer, choosing Target even when prices are higher. While Walmart…

  • Kids playing in back yard garden on summer day. One of the boys has partially fallen out of the hammock and is laughing
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    42 Creative Ways to Beat Summer Boredom While Social Distancing

    Summer brings warm weather, extra hours of sunlight, and free time to fill, especially this year, with fewer people traveling due to the pandemic. Take advantage with these cheap or…

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    How to Cope With COVID-19, Job Loss, and Other Traumatic Events

    Life never really lets up. Constant change, whether major or minor, can challenge our physical and psychological capacities to adjust. Few things illustrate that better than the current coronavirus pandemic…

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    KitchenAid, Adidas, and Other Brands With Outlet Shops on eBay

    If you love to while away an afternoon browsing at an outlet mall, you’re far from alone. Bargain hunters have kept outlet malls thriving even as their mainstream counterparts have…