Elizabethan parenting practices: Raising heirs, servants & workers
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Elizabethan parenting practices: Raising heirs, servants & workers Children in Elizabethan England faced vastly different childhoods depending on birth. The rigid class system dictated everything from …
Take a brain brain & watch these 19 Gen-X approved movies
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
19 Gen-X approved movies Generation X is famous for three things – apathy, grunge music, and social media memes about how their parents were negligent. However, …
49 restaurants that offer the best AARP & other discounts
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
The best AARP restaurant discounts Restaurant discounts for seniors these days aren’t relegated to the “early bird” hours anymore. In fact, there are plenty of restaurants …
Osteoporosis at 65: The bone density test your doctor forgot to order
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Osteoporosis at 65: The bone density test your doctor forgot to order You turned 65, got your Medicare card, and scheduled your annual checkup. But there’s …
The states where car theft rates are spiking
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
The U.S. states battling the highest car theft rates While national vehicle thefts decreased by 23% in the first half of 2025 according to the National …
Live alone? Here are 15 things you should have
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Live alone? Here are 15 things you should have Living alone offers independence and freedom today. However, it means being your only safety net. Twenty-eight percent …
Meet the Louisiana family farm keeping Cajun culture alive & kicking
Written by: Karen LeBlanc
The road into Arnaudville winds through open fields and quiet stretches of Acadiana, the kind of landscape that invites you to slow down and pay attention. …
’70s rock songs that wouldn’t fly today
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
’70s rock songs that wouldn’t fly today Seventies rock produced enduring classics alongside tracks reflecting deeply troubling attitudes toward women, race, and power dynamics. Cultural standards …
Does Viagra help guys last longer?
Written by: Lauren Panoff
This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Brand name Viagra® (AKA sildenafil citrate) has earned a reputation as the go-to fix for challenges …
33 surprising facts about American taxes & taxpayers
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
Surprising Facts about American Taxes & Taxpayers Knowing a few facts and trivia about American taxes can help take the edge off the day. Keep reading …
This day in car history: Studebaker enters the car competition race
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On February 16, 1852, two brothers named Henry and Clement Studebaker opened a small blacksmith and wagon shop in South Bend, Indiana. With just $68 worth …
This day in history: Archaeologist opens tomb of King Tut
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On February 16, 1923, one of the most significant moments in archaeological history unfolded in Thebes, Egypt, as the English archaeologist Howard Carter breached the sealed …
Your Feb 16 horoscope: Choosing depth over hustle
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
Your daily AI horoscope General focus for the day emphasizes an expansion of long-term vision and the courage to pursue unconventional paths, according to Google Gemini. …
12 of the coolest cars from 1976
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
Coolest cars from 1976 The year 1976 was great for people who love cars. It was the heyday of the muscle car, and the concept of …
Science says that this ’70s rock hit is the catchiest song of our time
Written by: Alex Andonovska
Anatomy of an earworm Ever had a song just…lodge itself in your brain? You’re not alone! That’s an earworm, and science has figured out why they …
The most common retirement money mistakes that drain savings fast
Written by: Mehedi Shoab
The Most Common Retirement Money Mistakes Retiring is a huge accomplishment. It’s the end of a hard-working career life and the start of a resting phase. …
Self-improvement: Small experiments, big results
Written by: Amanda Crowell
During my 20s, I didn’t give much thought to money. I was in grad school for a long time—seven years total between my masters and PhD—and …
Why people confuse menopause & pregnancy symptoms
Written by: Sian Ferguson
This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Key Takeaways: Menopause and pregnancy can have similar symptoms, like missed periods, fatigue, and mood changes. Pregnancy …
The chores every Boomer kid was expected to do — no excuses
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
The chores every Boomer kid was expected to do — no excuses Boomer children contributed real labor essential to household operation. Kids performed daily tasks that …
19 foods banned abroad, but not in America
Written by: Alex Andonovska
Foods Banned Abroad, But Not in America If “you are what you eat” is true, what does that say about America’s eating habits? Numerous popular American …
This day in car history: Cargo transports frozen meat for the first time
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On February 15, 1882, a ship named the SS Dunedin pulled away from Port Chalmers in Otago, New Zealand, with the first successful shipment of frozen …
This day in history: Disney’s “Cinderella” opens in theaters
Written by: Nourhan Sandouk
On February 15, 1950, Walt Disney’s animated feature Cinderella opened in theaters across the United States. A Disney’s classic fairytale, a musical film produced by Walt …
Your Feb 15 horoscope: A water-sign wave reshapes love, values & success
Written by: Kaitlyn Farley
Your daily AI horoscope Sunday, February 15, 2026, marks a significant shift as the Sun moves into a new position and the Year of the Fire …
Cars of the ’50s that were downright ugly
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
Cars of the ’50s that were downright ugly Cars in the 1950s were visually striking, and not always for good reasons. While the decade produced such …
At what age do men stop being intimately active?
Written by: Geoffrey Whittaker
Getting older has a few perks — wisdom, greater perspective on life and senior discounts among them — but most of us associate aging with the …
13 things Boomers made possible that quietly shape your life today
Written by: Daniel Bukszpan
Things Boomers Made Possible That Quietly Shape Your Life Today For quite a few years now, you’ve been getting the short end of the stick, with …
Who’s really buying homes in NYC?
Written by: Eliza Theiss
Profiling NYC homebuyers in 2025 based on financing, buyer origin and location, plus ownership type shows a city split by cash, credit, borough loyalties and buyer …
Important health checkups for Americans over 50
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Important health checkups for Americans over 50 Preventive health screenings become critical after age fifty when disease risks escalate significantly. Regular checkups detect problems early when …
Everyday risks Boomers shrugged off as kids
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Everyday risks Boomers shrugged off as kids Baby Boomers survived childhoods filled with hazards that would trigger immediate intervention today. From unrestrained car rides to unsupervised …
Tiny but big impact health habits of ’80s stars
Written by: Ricardo Ramirez
Tiny but big impact health habits of ’80s stars While mainstream culture chased fad diets and questionable fitness trends during the eighties, certain celebrities quietly practiced …
