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April 12, 2024
It is Friday, April 12th, 2024
 | On this day in 1961, Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human in outer space. |
Deal of the Day
For those into arts and crafts, Hobby Lobby has a clearance on hundreds of items with discounts up to 75%! Everything from yarn, to t-shirts, modeling clay, and more!
RETIREHUB POLL
Which tech gadget or device could you not live without? |
Yesterday’s Poll Results - How do you prefer to spend your leisure and downtime?
It should come as no surprise that most RetireHub members (45%) enjoy relaxing with books, movies, or TV shows in their downtime. Engaging in physical or outdoor activities (23%) and socializing with friends and family (19%) rounded out the top 3!
Thanks to everyone who voted and commented!
Best of the Comments:
“Although I don’t read as much as I did in years past I do enjoy a good book. I also enjoy a good movie and binge watching series. I enjoy my quiet time in my home sometimes without interruptions ”
“I go to the local YMCA for group exercise classes, also when the weather is nice I like to walk and hike.”
“I enjoy quilting and playing the piano. ”
We had our artist depict RetireHub members enjoying their leisure time with some reading and tv watching!
WHAT WE’RE READING
 | by Frances Lloyd Ten people bound for a small Greek island are eager for a peaceful vacation with plenty of sun — among them DI Jack Dawes and his new bride. But unbeknownst to everyone, a killer lurks among them… When a storm closes in and bodies begin turning up one by one, can Jack find the murderer before more blood is shed? |
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SENIOR LIVING NEWS
Discouraged With Dating? Make These 3 Changes Now
Different choices bring about different outcomes. Dating can be tough and discouraging. Love isn’t always easy. Relationships take effort. It’s normal to feel disheartened if things aren’t going the way you hoped in your romantic life. Today, I’ll talk about some factors that might be hindering your search for “the one.” Making some adjustments could lead to more positive outcomes.
You probably know the old adage, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”
Average Retirement Income 2024: How Do You Compare?
Whether you’ve already retired or you’re planning ahead, it can help to know where everyone else falls when it comes to retirement income. By taking a look at what typical retirement income looks like, you can start to determine how your own finances stack up.
But it’s important to keep in mind, as you research what is the average retirement income, that everyone’s circumstances are unique. You may be able to live well on Social Security alone, while your neighbor or friend may find that retirement savings or a part-time job is necessary to pay the bills. Keep these statistics in mind, but set your budget based on your own financial needs.
LONGEVITY TIP OF THE DAY
Sip Vinegar Before Meals — To paraphrase Mary Poppins, a spoonful of vinegar helps the blood sugar go down. "Excess blood glucose will get stored in the body as fat, and fat itself can increase inflammation in the body,” explains Lifeforce Physician Dr. Julia Afridi, DO. “In addition, excess blood glucose creates molecules called advanced glycation end-products (AGEs). AGEs are a significant aspect of aging and lead to inflammation and oxidative stress, which hamper longevity."
One easy way to do this is to have a tablespoon of vinegar diluted in water before each meal — especially with starchy dishes, suggests French biochemist Jessie Inchauspé (aka the Glucose Goddess) in her book The Glucose Goddess Method.
NEWS OF THE DAY
Japan is giving Washington 250 new cherry trees to replace those to be lost in construction work
Japan is giving the United States 250 new cherry trees to help replace the hundreds that are being ripped out this summer as construction crews work to repair the crumbling seawall around the capital’s Tidal Basin.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida made the announcement as President Joe Biden welcomed him to the White House on Wednesday for an official visit and state dinner. Biden said the gift is meant to mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S. in 2026, adding, “Like our friendship, these trees are timeless, inspiring and thriving.”
EPA announces first-ever national regulations for "forever chemicals" in drinking water
For the first time ever, the Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday it is issuing a national regulation limiting the amount of certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, found in drinking water.
Commonly called "forever chemicals," PFAS are synthetic chemicals found nearly everywhere – in air, water, and soil – and can take thousands of years to break down in the environment.
RETIREHUB TRIVIA
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