Politics Jul 11 Analysis: Why are there so many more older lawmakers than young ones in Congress? By Charlie Hunt, The Conversation
Politics Feb 28 Biden is ‘fit for duty,’ doctor says, after president undergoes annual physical President Joe Biden “continues to be fit for duty,” his doctor wrote Wednesday after conducting an annual physical that is being closely watched as the 81-year-old seeks reelection in November. By Darlene Superville, Will Weissert, Associated Press
Politics Feb 21 As 2024 election picks up, Biden campaign signals a more aggressive challenge to the press Within the past two weeks, an administration aide sent an unusual letter to White House correspondents complaining about their coverage of a special counsel's report on Biden's handling of classified documents. By David Bauder, Associated Press
Nation Feb 14 Watch 14:00 Experts describe what happens to our brains and memories as we age As America braces for a rematch between President Biden and Donald Trump, polls show the ages of both likely nominees are troubling many voters this election year. We have perspectives from some voters who are over the age of 70… By Laura Barrón-López, Shoshana Dubnow
Arts Jan 21 Watch 3:21 Musician Matt Nathanson’s Brief But Spectacular take on finding confidence Matt Nathanson, a musician known for his blend of folk and rock, is perhaps best known for his 2008 single, "Come On Get Higher." He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on getting older, gaining confidence and finding his voice.
Jul 15 Are adult foster homes a good long-term care option? By Liz Seegert, Next Avenue Adult foster homes offer a less expensive, more home-like atmosphere for aging adults than larger facilities. But there are no national guidelines for this type of residential housing. Continue reading
Jan 14 Fewer teen moms could help slow U.S. population growth By Laura Santhanam More women are waiting longer to have kids, according to new analysis of a decades-long trend that could signal a slowdown in the U.S. population growth. Continue reading
Dec 20 Watch Can memory video games deliver on brain-boosting claims? A new breed of video games are designed to exercise aging brains and improve players' attention, speed and memory. But critics say the claims made by developers are not supported with evidence. Could these mental workouts make a difference? Special… Continue watching
Oct 25 Watch Billy Collins reads ‘Cheerios’ Billy Collins reads a poem titled "Cheerios" from his new collection "Aimless Love."… Continue watching
Aug 09 Watch Elders Get a CAPABLE Hand in Shoring Up Home Safety Elders Get a CAPABLE Hand in Shoring Up Home Safety… Continue watching