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November 10, 2024
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It’s Saturday, and today we’re diving into staying safe online. As always, we have exciting deals, tips, and more to brighten your day!
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On this day in 1990, The American comedy Home Alone, written by John Hughes and starring Macaulay Culkin, had its world premiere; a huge hit, it spawned a number of sequels and became a TV staple during the Christmas holidays.
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What's the one piece of advice you'd give to your younger self? |
Staying Safe Online: How To Spot And Avoid Scams
The internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, offering convenience, connection, and entertainment. However, it’s also a place where scammers and cybercriminals operate. As a senior, you might feel particularly vulnerable to these online threats. But don’t worry! With some knowledge and simple precautions, you can enjoy the benefits of the internet while keeping yourself safe.
In this guide, we’ll explore some essential tips to help you spot potential scams and protect your online presence. Let’s dive in!
Why Online Safety is Crucial
Before we get to our safety tips, let’s understand why online safety is particularly important for RH members:
Targeted Scams: Unfortunately, scammers often see seniors as easy targets.
Valuable Information: Seniors often have substantial savings and good credit, making them attractive to identity thieves.
Less Tech-Savvy: Some seniors may be less familiar with technology, making it easier for scammers to trick them.
Loneliness: Scammers may prey on seniors who are isolated or lonely.
Yesterday’s Poll Results - If you could go back to any decade of your life, which one would you revisit and why?
This was one of the most competitive poll results, with going back to your 20s being the clear winner with over 37% of the vote! The other four were options were all neck-and-neck, with many producing great comments!
Thanks to the many of you who vote and comment every day. Let’s get the voices of American seniors heard!
Our Favorite Comments:
“My teenage years to make amends to those that I feel I did wrong and be a better friend. Study harder in school and not take my parents for granted. To love and be loved ”
“At 74 I found the love of my life and we're enjoying the best life can offer!”
“Although I would like to revisit my 30's or 40's, for more energy, it would not do any good. I was not living in this house (renovating) and was not with my current wife (wouldn't give that up).”
“The 40s was when I realized at work that ‘No’ was an answer I was more comfortable using with my boss and peers, so I did. GameChanger ”
While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment. Some comments are edited to make room for more contributions.
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 | By N.R. Emerald Can the ugly duckling find love? Life can be cruel. I never thought I would see him again. He was the same person who made me feel like an ugly duckling. Now he’s here. Topaz, aka the ugly duckling. Shae Anson is a billionaire workaholic, playboy, and sworn enemy of love, or so he thought. A working holiday brought more into his life than he expected, making him confront his past to find out if he could have a future. Topaz and Shae are on a collision course. Sparks will fly, and there are fires to put out. With accidents turning up around them, they have more to worry about than if they would find their Happy Ever After. |
Senior Living News From Around the Web
The ‘Have Your Cookie and Eat It Too’ Holiday Guide
Here’s a scenario that I’m sure you’re familiar with:
You’re at a holiday party, surrounded by twinkling lights, laughter, and a spread of tempting treats. Your friend hands you a glass of bubbly, insisting, “It’s the holidays! Live a little!” But in the back of your mind, you’re conflicted because you’d promised yourself that you were going to cut back on your drinking, yet you don’t want to be a grinch at a holiday party, so you give in.
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Longevity Tip of the Day
Challenge Your Taste Buds with a Spice Adventure — Switch up your culinary routine by selecting a spice you've never explored before, like sumac, asafoetida, or fenugreek. Dedicate your next meal to experimenting with this new flavor profile. Dive into its cultural roots, learn about the dishes it normally accentuates, and craft your own recipe incorporating this spice. This exploration keeps your palate dynamic, engages your creative cooking skills, and offers a peek into another culture's everyday magic. Plus, this fresh sensory excitement can enhance your mental sharpness and bring a dash of curiosity to your dinner table!
Slang Phrase of the Day
Phrase: “Hyperbeam”
Meaning: “Hyperbeam” is a term used to describe someone or something that's overwhelmingly impressive or bursts onto the scene with unmatched intensity, often leaving a lasting impact.
In a sentence: “Did you see her new art installation? It's a total hyperbeam—absolutely blew my mind!”
Good News of the Day
Aging Voyager 1 Restarts a Radio it Hasn’t Used Since 1981–Prompted from 15 Billion Miles Away
Can you believe it? NASA’s Voyager 1, launched in 1977 and now a whopping 15 billion miles from Earth, just restarted a radio that hasn't been used since the Reagan era! After a brief communications hiccup, the team was able to send a signal using a backup radio—how cool is that? It’s a true testament to human ingenuity and the relentless spirit of exploration. “We never know for sure what’s going to happen with the Voyagers, but it constantly amazes me when they just keep going,” said the project manager.
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Which U.S. state is home to a town that officially changed its name to "Truth or Consequences" after a popular radio show in 1950? |
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Which pioneering video game, released in 1972, was one of the first to gain widespread popularity and helped launch the video game industry? |
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