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Your daily source for candid takes on life, comprehensive guides to living well, tips for saving money, inspiring travel and more — only for AARP members.

How to Be a Hospitable Spring-Break Host

Our etiquette expert shares tips and advice for making your guests feel at home

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Capture Mealtime Memories With a Family Cookbook

Beloved family recipes are like precious heirlooms. Collect them while you can

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Marrying Again: What We’re Doing Differently

Dog ring bearers, informal seating — and not sweating what other people think

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How Being Touch-Starved Affects Older Adults

Craving touch, or ‘skin hunger,’ is a very real problem with very real consequences

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The latest stories and features from across AARP Members Edition

Great — and Affordable — Places to Live in 2026

These 10 communities have culture, quality health care and a reasonable cost of living

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Today’s Smartle

Challenge your vocabulary in this fun daily game

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The Growing Problem of America’s Hearing Loss

Research links it to social isolation and risk of dementia, but most people aren’t taking action

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In the Mood

Help! My Husband’s Jealousy Is Ruining Our Marriage

His ex cheated on him, and now he thinks I will too. What should I do?

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Are All Carbs Bad for You? Not Necessarily

Ones from healthy, natural food sources can (and should) be an important part of your diet

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Should I Turn My Computer Off at Night? It Depends

There’s a lot of confusion about whether to shut down a PC or put it to sleep

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I’m on a GLP-1. Do I Have to Tell My Dinner Host?

An etiquette expert on how to navigate invitations and leftovers without oversharing

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Ethels Tell All

Why Older Women Love Young Adult Shows

We’re drawn to these series because they let us relive the electric rush of first romance

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The 100 Films That Define Generation X

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He Ran from the Law. Now He Runs the Rio Grande

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How to Choose the Right Hair Highlights

Learn how to select the perfect shades to suit your coloring

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Find the Perfect Handbag, Purse or Tote

How to choose the right style, shape and color for every situation

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Chic Athleisure Wear for Women Over 50

Add sporty, active clothes to your wardrobe for a modern look

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The Biggest Outfit Mistakes for Women Over 50

Give clothes that are too revealing, ill-fitting or uncomfortable the boot

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Insider Secrets

Insider Secrets From a Veteran Motor-Coach Driver

Expert guidance on how to choose seats, stay comfortable and enjoy the ride

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Insider Secrets From a Cruise Director

She reveals how you can make the most of your time on and off the ship

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Insider Secrets From a Top Financial Therapist

This counseling can help you tackle money trauma and change bad habits

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Italian Superfoods Star in Giada De Laurentiis’ New Cookbook

‘Super-Italian’ serves up healthier recipes that don't skimp on flavor

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Social Media Influencer Diane Morrisey Taught Herself to Cook

She built a huge Instagram following by sharing easy recipes, then turned them into her first cookbook

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Chef José Andrés’ New Cookbook Features Famous Friends

He shares original recipes — plus dishes from famous friends and supporters

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Retiring Abroad

How to pick the right place, organize your affairs and get settled in

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Get Rid of Anything

We share advice on how to sell, donate and recycle after you declutter

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Genealogy

29 tips to help you discover your roots and leave a lasting family legacy

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Dry January

33 tips to help you start the new year on sober footing

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Follow These Seagoing Tips From Super Cruisers

Even occasional travelers can learn from their extensive on-board experiences

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How I Got in Shape for My Adventure Vacation

After a hip fracture, I worked hard to prepare to swim with dolphins

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Why I’m Spending My Inheritance on Travel

My parents’ lives taught me that saving for later isn’t always the best choice

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Cuddles with these felines help older adults settle into their surroundings

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‘Jeffersons’ star Marla Gibbs, 94: Ready to Work!

She dishes about her childhood, humor — and forgiving

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Now 75, Actor Wendie Malick Just Goes and Goes

She talks about her love of animals, the joys of home and finding her funny bone

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Katherine LaNasa on How Age Informs Her Acting

She draws from a deep well of powerful role models for ‘The Pitt’

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Joan Chen: From ‘Twin Peaks’ to ‘Oh. What. Fun.’

She talks about parenting, leaving China and channeling Isabella Rossellini

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Paul Anka, 84, on Time, Legacy and Reinvention

He marks seven decades of hits, a new album and an intimate documentary

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What to Know About Investment-Linked Annuities

These popular products can create a lifelong income stream — at a price

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The January-February AARP Bulletin Is Online

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Tips and techniques to help you stop catastrophizing and start living

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Learn how to spend less on trips while fulfilling your postretirement plans

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What Convinced Me to Finally Try Hearing Aids

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