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LIFESTYLE
We're sure weird driving laws exist for a reason, but some of them are just plain strange. Here are 22 of the weirdest ones out there. (Source: Reader’sDigest)
HEALTH
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NOSTALGIA
Acclaimed author Stephen King has been very vocal over the years on the many adaptations of his works—and not all of it has been positive. (Source: MentalFloss)
WELLNESS
Cori Lefkowitz debunks myths about aging and strength, advocating that muscles, bones, and brains need challenge and training to stay robust at any age. (Source: 10Almonds)
SLEEP
Sponsored by Dodow
New Year's Resolution: Stop Lying Awake at 2 AM. 1 Million People Already Have.
Between holiday gatherings, family visits, and end-of-year stress, sleep is often the first thing to suffer. And let's be honest—those sleepless nights were a problem long before December.
What if 2026 was different?
Dodow is a small device that sits on your nightstand and projects a calming, rhythmic light onto your ceiling. Following the soft pulse slows your breathing to 6 breaths per minute—triggering the same relaxation response as meditation. Your racing mind quiets. Sleep comes naturally.
Users report falling asleep 2.5x faster. And with regular use, Dodow actually retrains your brain to fall asleep on its own. Many customers say they eventually don't need it anymore.
FINANCE
Fraudsters are targeting older adults with various scams; the article lists detection tips—hang up, verify callers, avoid wiring money, enable MFA, and report fraud. (Source: SeniorResource)
TRAVEL
Some travelers use the bathroom more often than others, but everyone needs to know this odd information about the lighting in Europe's bathrooms. (Source: Explore)
FOOD
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Food & Wine rounded up readers’ favorite grocery discoveries of 2025, from Costco’s top-value wines and hidden gems to Trader Joe’s must-tries, bakery favorites and the best supermarket rotisserie chickens. (Source: FoodandWine)
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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!
