RetireHub Daily — 3/5/24

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It is Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

On this day in 1770, harassed by a mob, British troops opened fire, killing Crispus Attucks and four others in the Boston Massacre, an event that galvanized anti-British feelings in the lead-up to the American Revolution.

DEAL OF THE DAY

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Yesterday’s Poll Results - If you could lead a skill-sharing workshop, what expertise would you offer?

Cooking or baking specialties from your kitchen was the winner, with over 32% of the vote, followed closely by “Artistic skills” and “DIY home improvement.”

Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!

Best of the Comments:

  • “I am a seamstress with 46 years experience. ”

  • “I like to make dishes that my mother and father made to feed a family of 10 with hardly no money, like bread pudding from day old bread, chicken and rice in one pot, love pudding with rice. ”

  • “Teach people how to make and follow a budget.”

  • “Home organization and decluttering is so freeing. I love sharing this skill set.”

We had our artist depict RetireHub members having a toast to celebrate a personal achievement!

WHAT WE’RE READING

by Terry Toler

Chicago homicide detective Cliff Ford is shocked when he’s called to the morgue and finds the body of someone that he recognizes. As his investigation leads to a dangerous gang, Cliff’s path crosses with that of a mysterious woman who also has them in her sights.

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SENIOR LIVING NEWS

#1 Thing To Welcome New Changes Into Your Life

Crossing the 60 and over threshold means different things to each of us. One thing we can all agree on is that when we enter this beautiful stage of our lives, resisting change is no longer an option.

We all know that change is the immutable law of nature. Even so, how many times have you attempted to negotiate with change, even try in vain to bend the laws of nature to fit your desires and will?

Top 10 Safest and Most Cost-Effective Retirement Destinations in 2024

Many countries outside the US offer affordable food and healthcare options, making it possible to afford luxuries such as a beachfront house. Discover the ten most cost-effective countries to retire in worldwide and start planning your journey with that one-way ticket.

Retiring abroad can provide you with the opportunity to stretch your retirement income, embrace a slower-paced lifestyle, and enrich your life by immersing yourself in a new culture and learning about it. Numerous countries outside the US offer affordable food and healthcare options, making it possible to afford luxuries such as a beachfront house. Discover the ten most cost-effective countries to retire in worldwide and start planning your journey with that one-way ticket.

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.

SLANG WORD OF THE DAY

Word: Amped

Definition: Excited or pumped up about something.

Used in a Sentence: “I’m so amped for the concert tonight!”

NEWS OF THE DAY

How positive male role models are detoxifying the social media ‘manosphere’

Influencers such as Andrew Tate have become bylines for “toxic masculinity”, attracting huge audiences of young men and boys with a mixture of quasi-motivational pep talks, fast cars and demonstrations of sexual prowess.

But what about the other side of the coin? Are there any people making content for the same audience with healthier messages – or do men and boys just not want to hear it?

Abandoned coal mines providing cheaper, clean energy for homes

Mines are keeping 350 homes in Gateshead warm once again but now without burning a single lump of coal.

Councillor John McElroy is the local council's environment and transport leader. He said: "We did it for several reasons. It's great for the environment that we use mines as the natural sort of source of heat, but also it works out economically as well. Great for the customer who's getting good value energy."

RETIREHUB TRIVIA

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Which company produced the Model T, the car that revolutionized automotive manufacturing?

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Which artist released the album 'Thriller' in 1982, becoming the best-selling album of all time?

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