Daily lifestyle news. No politics.
Free daily newsletter with interesting news briefs and fun facts for our generation.
Over 70,000 subscribers read 65Nation every weekday
Don’t forget to see the FUN STUFF at the bottom!
Today’s Sponsor
LIFESTYLE
Sometimes our pets have a better idea of what's healthy for them - and for us. Here are some senior-pet habits to inspire you. (Source: SixtyandMe)
Footwear
Our sponsor wants to help you get comfort at a discount.
Sponsored by Brad's Deals
Where to Score the Deals on Hoka Shoes
Hoka shoes deliver all-day comfort and support, with styles perfect for any activity. That’s why our partners at Brad’s Deals have curated the top discounts on these high-performance shoes—so you can enjoy premium comfort without paying full price.
NOSTALGIA
The rock legend gave fans a peek inside the studio as the Stones rework a track they first experimented with back in the ’70s. (Source: Parade)
WELLNESS
Asparagus trumps tomatoes: richer in fiber, protein, vitamins B/E/K, and minerals—our verdict is a comprehensive win for the mighty green spear. (Source: 10Almonds)
SENIOR PICKS
Discover the stories behind your family's journey. Ancestry gives you access to 60 billion historical records to uncover where your ancestors lived, worked, and loved. Build your family tree with intuitive tools and connect with living relatives. Get started with a 14-day free trial.
LONGEVITY
Fran Drescher is the subject of the first episode of Season 8 of Century Lives: The New Old, from the Stanford Center on Longevity. (Source: The Longevity-Project)
ENTERTAINMENT
Michael Douglas surprised fans by calling Catherine Zeta-Jones his “birthday sister” in a post, sparking both love and confusion online. (Source: DoYouRemember)
FINANCE
While COLAs are typically appreciated, they're not always large enough to fight the current inflation rate. (Source: TheMotleyFool)
TRAVEL
If you’re thinking about your winter vacation plans, consider checking out this budget-friendly, old-school planning tool beloved by farmers. (Source: Explore)
FOOD
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Yamazaki-18-YR-International-Spirits-Challenge-FT-DGTL0925-39c5601ec2214b96a61fa3be5d707c1a.jpg)
Yamazaki’s 18-year-old single malt was named the Supreme Champion Spirit of 2025 after impressing judges in blind tastings. The win marks a historic three-peat for the brand — something no other distillery has achieved. (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.
September 30, 1955
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!
YOU’D THINK WE WOULD HAVE FIGURED IT OUT BY NOW
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!
