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LIFESTYLE
Unusual odors in tap water—like chlorine, rotten eggs, or mustiness—can signal everything from routine maintenance to aging pipes or mineral buildup. (Source: Reader’sDigest)
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Seniors Born Between 1941-1979 Can Receive These 14 Benefits This Month
You could be missing out on $1,000s, and you might not even realize it.
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NOSTALGIA
Upon returning from the moon in 1969, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins completed a U.S. customs declaration for their lunar rocks and dust. (Source: InterestingFacts)
WELLNESS
Knee health can reveal signs of osteoarthritis, gout, Lyme disease, metabolic issues, and even certain cancers. Noticing new knee symptoms may help you catch other health conditions early. (Source: 10Almonds)
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LONGEVITY
The researchers found significant brain age gaps for those engaged in the creative arts, with increasing gaps at higher levels of expertise. (Source: The Longevity-Project)
ENTERTAINMENT
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'Shrinking‘ Season 3 Premiere Date Is Announced: See Jason Segel, Harrison Ford and More Back on Set
'Shrinking' is coming back with season 3 in January 2026, Apple TV has announced. See the first-look images of Jason Segel, Harrison Ford and more on set. (Source: People)
FINANCE
Retirees can cut expenses in several ways, all without sacrificing comfort or quality of life. (Source: GoBankingRates)
TRAVEL
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Late fall travelers can still enjoy vibrant autumn colors in these destinations, which offer scenic drives and outdoor experiences into November. (Source: TravelandLeisure)
FOOD
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From salad dressing and mustard to maple syrup and more, each of these items delivers exceptional quality at a great value—helping you stock your kitchen for months to come. (Source: FoodandWine)
FUN STUFF
Fortune Cookie of the Day
Each day has 5 different hidden fortunes.
You can select one number to reveal your fortune for the day.
Save, Share, or email your fortune!
Daily Trivia Game
Play Trivial Pursuit Infinite, the free online game that offers daily challenges and AI-generated trivia questions on any topic you can think of. Test your knowledge in this fun and engaging game.
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Word of the Day
Build your vocabulary and exercise your brain at the same time. Do you know what the Word of the Day means?
National Day Calendar
We are on a mission to celebrate every day with you, including fun, unusual, and unique National Days!
TOP 5 WAYS TO RUIN A SENIOR BIRTHDAY PARTY
Sandy Goldman, Publisher
Message From the Publisher
When I reached 65, I realized that approximately 10,000 Baby Boomers will turn 65 every day over the next four years. In addition, over 50 million people are already 65+. I believe our generation deserves its own free, ad-supported, daily lifestyle newsletter with interesting news and fun facts created just for us. I hope you enjoy!
