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- RetireHub Daily — 1/16/24
RetireHub Daily — 1/16/24
Internet deals (and more) for retirees
RetireHub Daily
Internet deals (and more) for retirees
It is Tuesday, January 16th, 2024.
On This Day In History — On this day in 1980, Lin Manuel Miranda, who wrote and starred in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, was born.
Deal of the Day
Petsmart — 10% Off
PetSmart offers seniors 10% off an in-store purchase, and on Tuesdays (like today) you can get 10% off grooming as well.
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RetireHub Poll
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Yesterday’s Poll Results — If you could have witnessed any iconic event in history, which one would it be?
It was a tight race, but “A Famous World’s Fair” edged out the others with nearly 30% of the vote!
Thanks to everyone who voted!
To celebrate, we had our artist depict the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893!
What We’re Reading
AARP came out with a recent study that showed Americans 60 and older lost an estimated $28 billion last year to scams. We believe being prepared and informed is one of the best ways to protect yourself, and the newsletter below, DontGetGot, is one of the best tools we’ve found (and thus wanted to share them with you).
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The First Cut, by Ellery Kane
Price — $4.99 Free
Overview: When Ava’s ex-husband and his new wife are viciously murdered, she can’t help but think they had it coming. But after Ava discovers her name was found written in blood at the crime scene, she realizes that someone knows the terrible secret that broke her marriage… and might be coming for her.
Senior Living News
Uncover The World’s Most Breathtaking Train Journeys
Have you ever dreamt of seeing the world in a different light? Swapping the rush and stress of airports for the romantic charm and stunning landscapes only a train journey can provide? Here are some of the top train journeys in the world.
The Eastern Oriental Express Train, regarded as one of the most luxurious train journeys in the world, is a trip back in time to the era of glamorous and romantic travel. Traveling across Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore, it provides a chance to experience the diverse and striking landscapes of Southeast Asia in absolute comfort.
Words of the Day
Finance Term: Net income
Definition: The amount an individual or business makes after deducting costs, allowances, and taxes.
Medical Term: Embolism
Definition: An arterial blockage of blood flow.
Slang Word of the Day: Bae
Definition: Boyfriend or girlfriend.
Used in a Sentence: “I gotta take this — bae is calling me.”
Longevity Tip Of The Day
Play to Win — An 80-year study found people who are conscientious — meaning they pay attention to detail, think things through, and try to do what's right — live longer. They do more for their health and make choices that lead to stronger relationships and better careers.
News of the Day
State trooper plunges into icy Vermont pond to save 8-year-old girl
A Vermont state trooper plunged into a frigid pond and pulled out an 8-year-old girl who had fallen through the ice while playing with siblings. The child survived and fully recovered after a brief hospital stay.
The girl and her younger sister fell through the thin ice on the pond on private property in the town of Cambridge on Dec. 17, state police said in a news release Friday. The 80-year-old homeowner was able to pull the younger girl to shore but couldn’t reach the older girl, so called 911, officials said.
Iowa results: Trump wins Republican caucus, NBC News projects
Former President Donald Trump is projected to win the Iowa caucus, NBC News finds.
The bigger question now is who will take second place, and by how much. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis both poll in the high teens, effectively splitting the non-Trump vote.
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