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March 04, 2024
It is Sunday, March 4th, 2024
On this day in 1933, in the midst of the Great Depression, Franklin D. Roosevelt was inaugurated as the 32nd U.S. president, and later he led the country out of the Depression and to victory in World War II.
DEAL OF THE DAY
 | Amazon Women’s Loafers and Slip-ons — Up to 57% OffAmazon is running a great deal on a wide variety of women’s loafers and slip-ons, with some as much as 57% off! |
RETIREHUB POLL
If you could lead a skill-sharing workshop, what expertise would you offer? |
Yesterday’s Poll Results - How do you prefer to celebrate a personal achievement or milestone?
Treating yourself to a special gift or experience took home the win, with nearly 30% of the vote!
Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!
Best of the Comments:
“Taking a family trip for all to enjoy”
“Go out to dinner at my favorite restaurant with my husband”
“Treat myself out to lunch.”
“A massage or manicure”
We had our artist depict RetireHub members having a toast to celebrate a personal achievement!
WHAT WE’RE READING
 | Agent Zeroby Jack Mars In the middle of the night, Professor Kent Steele is abducted by three terrorists who tell him he’s a notorious CIA agent — though he has no memory of it. As he tries to unravel a growing conspiracy, Kent must evade deadly assassins and determine the truth behind his identity. |
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SENIOR LIVING NEWS
Cruise Clothes for Older Ladies
Going on a cruise is a thrilling experience filled with adventure and relaxation. But before you set sail, one important task is choosing suitable cruising clothing. Whether you’re exploring ports or lounging on deck, finding the perfect balance between style and comfort is key.
1) Mornings on the Ship – Bermuda shorts are always good to pack on a cruise. Choose colors that can match several different tops.
The 30 Best Places to Retire in the U.S. in 2024
What’s the best place to retire in the U.S. in 2024? Your answer will probably depend on what you value, as well as what cost of living you are prepared to afford. As you’re thinking about where to retire, it’s a good idea to consider your housing needs and how they might change. If you’re an empty-nester, you may be able to downsize.
You’ll probably also want to consider climate, as well as your own preferences for outdoor and indoor activities. Another thing to consider is cost of living and tax-friendliness for seniors. A place is tax-friendly for seniors if its tax burden is relatively light, and not tax friendly if the tax burden is heavy. As you’ll see, many of the tax-friendly cities on this list are in relatively low-tax states.
LONGEVITY TIP OF THE DAY
Connection is critical — Ultimately, the best thing to support your health and longevity isn't some trendy superfood or gadget: It's your community. Sara Gottfried, M.D. references the all-important Roseto study, which found that individuals with strong social connections tend to live longer and are less likely to suffer from heart disease. Consider this your cue to phone a friend today.
SLANG WORD OF THE DAY
 | Word: Sip tea Definition: Sip tea is an alternative to "spilling the tea," meaning you're sitting back and listening to the gossip rather than partaking in it. Used in a Sentence: “I love getting together with my friends — it’s nice to sit back, relax, and sip tea.” |
NEWS OF THE DAY
"A dream. It's perfect": Helium discovery in northern Minnesota may be biggest ever in North America
Scientists and researchers are celebrating what they call a "dream" discovery after an exploratory drill confirmed a high concentration of helium buried deep in Minnesota's Iron Range.
Thomas Abraham-James, CEO of Pulsar Helium, said the confirmed presence of helium could be one of the most significant such finds in the world.
Singapore to Build World’s Largest Facility to Boost Carbon-Removal Power of the Ocean
The Equatic Process, a novel carbon removal technology and one of the best inventions of 2023, is getting a major scale-up, with the world’s largest ocean carbon dioxide removal (OCDR) facility set to be built in Singapore and operational by 2025—sparking optimism for what has been hailed as a potential game changer for global climate efforts after scientists agreed in 2022 that atmospheric carbon-removal technology will be necessary for the world to reach its climate goals.
Scientists say that the world would need to remove at least five billion metric tons of carbon by 2050 to keep global warming at safe levels, and investors and inventors have been racing to figure out how to meet that demand.
RETIREHUB TRIVIA
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