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| | | | | | What We’re Reading | Get these e-book deals before they're gone. | | | The Forgotten Man | By: Marcus Miller | Steve Rawlings spent over twenty years of his life as a kidnap resolution specialist and covert operator in South and Central America and the Caribbean, rescuing wealthy businessmen and their families, making drug warlords and their operations cease to exist and while under contract to the U.S. State Department, secretly eliminating the criminal gangs and private armies of third-world dictators. Now years later, his family and friends have long since scorned him, and he has become a drifter, entirely off the grid, moving from place to place staying only long enough to earn a few dollars to get him down the road to the next place. He is the forgotten man. …and he never expected to pick up a weapon again. | $9.99 — Get it for just $0.99 today! |
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| | THE SHADOW PROTOCOL: THE RISE OF NAZISM | By: Duncan C Brand | Cambridge, January 1933. Paul Fontaine has just earned his degree when a quiet man from London offers him a deal that will consume his life. Half English, half French, fluent in the languages of a continent sliding toward catastrophe, Paul is recruited into British intelligence as Hitler comes to power — and posted to the heart of the gathering storm. From Berlin’s cabarets to Paris's safe houses, from the Night of the Long Knives to Kristallnacht, from the fall of Prague to the fall of France, Paul learns his trade the hard way: watching, listening, and surviving as the world he tries to warn refuses to listen. Beside him is Sophie Moreau, the girl from Marseille who has known him since childhood — and who has secrets and courage of her own. Sweeping across seven years and half of Europe, The Shadow Protocol is a story of ordinary people making impossible choices in the dark: diplomats and forgers, refugees and fishermen, husbands and wives. It ends where the real fight begins — in London, July 1940, with a new order to set Europe ablaze. Book One of The Shadow Protocol series. Book Two, Darkness Falls, continues the story through the Blitz and the birth of the resistance. | $15.99 — Get it for just $12.99 today! |
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| | | On this day in 1895 German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen discovered X‑rays, a landmark moment in medical science that transformed how doctors see inside the body and earned him the very first Nobel Prize in Physics. This discovery paved the way for everything from fracture diagnosis to 3D medical imaging, turning a curious laboratory experiment into a vital tool for healthcare worldwide. Even today, the legacy of that moment lives on every time a technician says, “Lift your arm for the scan.” |
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| Puzzle Clubs: Social Fun with a Mental Boost | There’s something quietly satisfying about snapping the final piece into a jigsaw puzzle—but imagine sharing that moment with friends, a warm drink, and a few laughs. Puzzle clubs are gaining popularity among adults and older adults alike as a creative and engaging way to stay mentally sharp while enjoying meaningful social interaction. | Whether it’s jigsaw puzzles, crossword circles, Sudoku meetups, or logic game sessions, these clubs offer more than just entertainment. Puzzling stimulates several cognitive skills at once—like visual-spatial reasoning, memory, pattern recognition, and problem-solving. Studies have shown that engaging regularly in these types of activities can help maintain brain health and may even delay cognitive decline. | But puzzle clubs aren’t just about brain workouts—they’re also about connection. In a world that can sometimes feel isolating, especially in retirement, joining a puzzle club can be a gentle way to meet new people without pressure. Whether you meet weekly at the library, take turns hosting at home, or join a virtual puzzle group online, there’s comfort in collaborating on a shared goal. | Some puzzle clubs even incorporate themes—like “Nature Nights,” where puzzles feature landscapes and animals, or “Retro Rounds,” with vintage game nights. Others combine their puzzling with snacks, music, or tea breaks. And let’s not forget the friendly competition: team puzzle races and timed challenges can really get the brain (and heart) racing. | Starting your own puzzle club can be simple. Just gather a few like-minded folks, pick a few puzzles of varying difficulty, and set a consistent day or time. You could even ask members to rotate who brings the puzzle each time, ensuring fresh challenges and variety. And if mobility or transportation is a concern, online platforms like Zoom or jigsaw puzzle apps make it easy to participate from the comfort of home. | So whether you're looking to flex your mental muscles, make new friends, or simply enjoy a peaceful pastime with good company, puzzle clubs offer a low-pressure, high-reward way to keep your mind active and your heart full. | What kind of puzzles do you enjoy the most? | |
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| From the RetireHub Archives: Have you noticed any of these vision changes recently? |
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| | The results are in—and they reflect what many of us experience with age. The most common change? Needing more light for reading, with 27% of respondents noticing this shift. Changes in night vision (24%) and increased eye dryness (17%) were also widely reported. A notable 19% haven’t seen changes yet but are staying proactive with regular eye exams. Whether it’s floaters, dryness, or just needing a brighter lamp, it’s clear that keeping tabs on eye health is a shared priority. | OUR FAVORITE COMMENTS | “I’m 74 and have all these symptoms. And cataracts too. I’ve visited my eye doctor annually. Got new prescription sunglasses along with the transitions too” “I don't seem to produce enough tears so my eyes are dry.” “Night vision is degrading” “I have WMD (wet macular degeneration) in my right eye and have had to get injections, but the bleeding has stopped and I haven't had an injection in over a year. It does create strain on my left eye however.” “My wife has wet macular degeneration, so her eyesight is getting worse. I had to start wearing glasses when I was 15. I had cataract surgery about 7 years ago and no longer needed glasses to pass the eye test for my DL. I had to renew this year and couldn't pass this time. I enjoyed it while it lasted!” “I was driving in an unfamiliar area after dark and got the voice message to turn right after the railroad tracks. I said to myself: "I don't see any railroad tracks" then proceeded to turn onto the railroad tracks! 2 firetruck and 3 sheriff's cars later, they got my car off the tracks and sent me on my way. No more night driving for me!” “I get my eyes checked annually, even though the eye doctor says I can come in every two years.”
| | When Balance Gets Wobbly: The Right Time to See Your Doctor | If you've noticed changes in your balance—more wobbling, dizziness, or fear of falling—it's not something to dismiss as just aging. The article outlines key warning signs that warrant a doctor’s visit, such as sudden dizziness, frequent trips or falls, or feeling unsteady when climbing stairs. It emphasizes that many assume these issues are “just part of getting older,” but ignoring them may mean missing treatable conditions, so consulting your doctor can help you regain stability and confidence. | READ MORE | |
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| Slang Phrase of the Day | Phrase: Extra | Meaning: In slang, “extra” describes someone who is over-the-top, dramatic, or doing more than what’s considered necessary—often in an attention-seeking or overly enthusiastic way. It can be playful or teasing, depending on the tone. | In a sentence: “At the potluck, Gladys brought three homemade pies, decorated each table with fresh flowers, and wore a sequined apron—Edna whispered, ‘She’s being a little extra today, but we love her for it!’” | |
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| Good News of the Day | Mayor Uses AirTag to Catch Capstone Thief who was Stealing 18th-Century Stones Across the Countryside | An English mayor-turned-detective solved the case of a thief who was looting $9,000 worth of historic capstones from a 300-year-old stone village wall—and he used a hi-tech tracker and a little trickery. Around 30 stones went missing over a period of months from an 18th-century wall along a half-mile stretch of road leading into Rufford, […] | READ MORE | |
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