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Walking May Delay Alzheimer’s Onset by Years. Here’s How Many Daily Steps to Aim For.

on September 10, 2026

Find out how you might keep the disease at bay for years, according to researchers affiliated with Harvard.

16 Tips to Help You Keep ‘Gray Divorce’ From Ruining Your Retirement

on June 12, 2026

A later-in-life divorce doesn’t have to cramp your retirement lifestyle when you follow these tips.

National Parks Will Be Free on Trump’s Birthday, Flag Day This Weekend

and on June 12, 2026

June 14 marks one of six remaining fee-free days at America’s national parks in 2026 — and the lineup of dates has changed from previous years.

It’s Not Just Social Security: Medicare’s Squeeze Starts in 2033

on June 12, 2026

A federal report just moved Medicare’s day of reckoning closer. Here’s what every retiree needs to know.

Money in a Minute for the Week Ending June 12, 2026

on June 12, 2026

Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.

7 Tips to Boost Your Air Conditioner This Summer

on June 12, 2026

Make sure your AC runs as efficiently as possible if you want to stay cool and save money this summer.

10 Things That Are Smarter — and Cheaper — to Rent Instead of Buy

on June 12, 2026

Why buy when you can rent — and save big?

This Is What It’s Like to Retire in Small-Town Portugal

on June 12, 2026

This town is perfect for retirees looking for a rich life in a small town.

Ford Recalls 255K Cars Citing Issue That Could Stall Engine. See Model

and on June 12, 2026

The 2012–2018 Ford Focus recall traces back to a botched prior repair, with a sticky Canister Pressure Valve that can deform the fuel tank and kill the engine mid-drive.

Gold IRA Fees: Here’s What You’ll Pay

and on June 12, 2026

A $50,000 gold IRA can cost $7,600 in fees over 10 years — and dealer markups up to 10% are rarely disclosed upfront.

Is It Bad to Sleep With Your Pet? 7 Things Science Says

on June 12, 2026

Roughly half of pet owners share a bed with their dog or cat. Science has some surprising opinions.

How Too Much Freedom in Retirement Can Trigger Financial Anxiety (and How to Fix It)

on June 12, 2026

Discover how setting financial constraints can unlock more freedom and confidence in your later years.

If the Name Fits, How Do You Prove You Did Not Do the Crime? 5 Real Victims of Identity Theft

on June 12, 2026

Imagine going to jail for someone else’s crime. Yes, it happens.

Social Security Could Jump 4.7% in 2027 — but Don’t Celebrate Yet

on June 12, 2026

I’ve been writing about money since 1991, and I’ve learned one thing about cost-of-living adjustments. A fat one is rarely a gift.

Here’s Where to Stock up on Postage Stamps Before the July Price Bump

on July 7, 2026

Buying rolls of Forever stamps can help you save long term.

Is Carnival the Cheapest Cruise? Why the Prices Can Be ‘Hard to Beat’

and on June 12, 2026

Carnival consistently advertises the lowest cruise fares — but add Wi-Fi, drinks, and specialty dining, and your actual total could look very different.

SpaceX Goes Public. Is It a Safe Bet for You and Your 401(k)?

and on June 12, 2026

SpaceX’s $1.75 trillion IPO is headed for your retirement funds — but advisers say its early index weight will be far smaller than the hype suggests.

America Has a Credit Card Problem. Is It 2008 All Over Again?

and on June 12, 2026

Credit card delinquency has hit its highest level since 2011, with 13% of balances 90+ days overdue — and for the deeply indebted, escape is getting harder.

The Airport ‘Red Zone’ Is Real. Here’s How to Beat It.

on June 12, 2026

Seventy-three percent of couples say travel is the ultimate relationship test — here’s what the science says about airport stress and how to survive it.

These Private Medicare Plans Denied Specialized Care at Highest Rates

and on June 11, 2026

Federal investigators found the biggest Medicare Advantage insurers rejected over 70% of long-term care requests — leaving families facing bills up to $49,000.

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