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This year alone, RYSE has seen revenue grow by 200% month-over-month and expanded into 127 Best Buy locations, with international markets on the horizon. Plus, with partnerships with major retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s already in the works, they’re just getting started.

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On this day in 1933, the infamous criminal John Dillinger made a daring escape from an Indiana jail, using a wooden gun he crafted from a bar of soap, while his gang waited outside to aid his getaway.

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Learn to Play Chess Online: Your New Favorite Pastime  

Ever considered giving chess a shot? It's not just for grandmasters and prodigies—anyone can learn and enjoy this timeless game!  

Here are some great ways to get started online:

  • Chess.com

  • Lichess.org

  • YouTube Tutorials: Channels like Agadmator’s Chess Channel and GothamChess break down famous games and teach strategies in a way that's easy to digest.

  • Chess Apps for Your Phone: Turn idle moments into learning opportunities. Apps like Chess by AI Factory (available on Android) or Chess - Play & Learn by Chess.com (available on iOS and Android) let you play on the go.

  • Join Online Chess Communities: Hop onto forums like r/chess on Reddit where you can ask questions, share insights, and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts.  

Why Chess?

  • Boosts Brain Power: Enhances memory, problem-solving skills, and creativity.

  • Accessible Anywhere: Play anytime, whether you have 5 minutes or an hour.

  • Endless Learning: No two games are the same—there's always something new to discover.

So grab a comfy seat, maybe a cup of tea, and dive into the world of chess. Who knows? You might just find your new favorite hobby!

Yesterday’s Poll Results - What is your biggest concern when it comes to aging at home?

The top two choices were “staying safe from falls or injuries” and “staying socially connected and active”, with 36% and 33% of the collective vote. We at RetireHub strive to be a resource to help alleviate these concerns, so please let us know if there’s anything else we can do to help!

Thanks to the many of you who vote and comment every day.

Our Favorite Comments:

  • “I had to make that dreaded call twice. Made a few changes, so hopefully, I won't have to call anyone again. Though the EMT Tech. had muscles over his muscles. ”

  • “Living alone my brother lives about a 2 hour drive away. Although I live in a senior apartment if I fall & can’t get up I’ll have to lay there till some hears me. This has happened to several people & they laid on the floor for over 8 hours. Not every one can afford those magic buttons to call for help. Same on our government.”

  • “Another all of the above, but more concern for my wife than myself. I very well could end being her caregiver.”

  • “Fortunately I have a medical thingy around my neck but it doesn’t prevent falls. Accidents happen even when careful.”

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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8 Warm and Cozy Colognes for Winter

As the temperatures drop and the nights get longer in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s not just sweaters and blankets that bring comfort – your choice of fragrance can also play a role in how you feel during winter. The best winter colognes should evoke warmth, coziness – even nostalgia – while making a statement.

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Ponder a Ponderosa — Experiencing a sense of awe — such as when viewing the Grand Canyon or listening to Beethoven’s Ninth — may boost the body’s defense system, says research from the University of California, Berkeley. “That awe, wonder and beauty promote healthier levels of cytokines suggests that the things we do to experience these emotions — a walk in nature, losing oneself in music, beholding art — has a direct influence upon health and life expectancy,” says Dacher Keltner, a psychologist and coauthor of the study.

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