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Trump's new two-week negotiating window sets off scramble to restart stalled Iran talks; Public lands supporters to rally during Santa Fe governors' meeting; ASU launches initiative to build 'stronger news ecosystem'; 'Dr. Beetle': Local biology teacher uses art to pique curiosity about bugs.

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White House says decision on Iran strikes will come in two weeks. Conservatives in Congress demand answers on former President Biden's mental acuity, and a new lawsuit could change Maryland's primary election process.

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Giant data centers powering artificial intelligence want cheap rural land but some communities are pushing back, Hurricane Helene mobilized a North Carolina town in unexpected ways, and Cherokee potters make ceramics that honor multiple generations.

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A parklet is an elevated public space, usually converted from a parking space and used to enhance community experience and support local businesses. (Adobe Stock)

Thursday, June 19, 2025

AARP grant funds help enhance WI communities

Eight Wisconsin cities, including four rural communities, will receive improvements to help make their communities more livable. Eleven grantees …

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Medical organizations said the effects of Alzheimer's are projected to rise in states like South Dakota and families should be more in tune with potential issues facing their loved one, including money management. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Money management skills focus of new dementia research

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and new research examined the connection between dementia and awareness about money management skills…

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The Social Security Administration has been encouraging more people to use online services to access their benefits, but many rural Nebraskans lack access to high-speed internet or other technology that would allow them to take advantage of that option. (Adobe Stock)
AARP Nebraska marks Social Security's 90th anniversary

At least 10,000 people retire every day in the United States, with nearly half of them relying on Social Security as their sole source of income…

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Dan Diaz became an advocate for California's medical aid-in-dying law after the loss of his wife, Brittany Maynard, in 2014. (Dan Diaz)
CA lawmakers consider making End of Life Option Act permanent

CORRECTION: The name of the California law is the 'End of Life Option Act.' A previous version of the story used the word 'Options,' not 'Option.' (11…

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Total Medicaid spending in Indiana in fiscal year 2022 was $17 billion, with the federal government paying 75% of the costs. (Adobe Stock)
IN residents watch direction of Trump spending bill amid state budget cuts

As Congress reviews budget slashes to health care in President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a new evaluation from the nonpartisan Cong…

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Experts warn a government agency would not call or text you out of nowhere. (Adobe Stock)
MD seniors targeted by scammers, experts offer tips to protect finances

Next Monday marks the beginning of "PROTECT" week, when AARP helps seniors learn the signs of financial fraud. Experts say Maryland seniors can …

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Advocates for rent stabilization rallied on the state Capitol steps in March. (Caleb Ewings Photography)
WA’s new rent stabilization law brings immediate relief

Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed Washington's first rent stabilization law and renters and advocates who fought for the bill are breathing sighs of …

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The Alzheimer's Association says it needs at least 50,000 people to participate in ongoing clinical trials examining potential new treatments, with hundreds of thousands more needed for broader dementia-related studies. (Adobe Stock)
During Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, Iowa seniors learn to plan

During Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, mental health advocacy groups are highlighting treatment and medication advances in the last decade…

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Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2764 in April, 2024. (Adobe Stock)
AZ approves new rules for memory care facilities

Memory care facilities in Arizona have a new set of rules intended to improve quality of care for patients and ensure more accountability for provider…

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The average American home contains more than 300,000 items. (Adobe Stock)
Experts: VA seniors should declutter their homes for brain health

June is Brain Awareness Month, and experts say Virginia seniors should consider decluttering their homes to improve brain health. According to an …

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Medicare Fraud Prevention Week is an annual event near the date 6/5, because people become eligible for Medicare at age 65. (Senior Medicare Patrol)
Experts warn of scams during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week

Medicare loses $60 billion to $80 billion a year to fraud and this year, for Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, your local Senior Medicare Patrol has …

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More than 40% of senior citizens report feeling lonely on a regular basis. (Adobe Stock)<br />
Senior social isolation: A silent epidemic, as deadly as cigarettes

Senior advocates are sounding the alarm about the effects of social isolation on older people in Illinois, saying loneliness is comparable to smoking …

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