WASHINGTON — A novel pill helped people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer, researchers reported Sunday, raising hopes of long-needed better treatments for one of the deadliest types of cancer. “While not curing the cancer, it is a very large step forward,” said Dr. Zev ...
Do you remember the distinct sound that was one of the hallmarks of your education? No, it wasn’t the crackling public address system or the bell prompting us to change classes at the end of the day. It could be heard echoing through the halls. If you were inside the classroom, you were ...
When we were children, it was common to be afraid of the boogeyman. As we age, the boogeyman gets replaced with a new fear: running out of money in retirement. This concern is understandable given so many Americans are now responsible for not only building their retirement savings but also deciding how much they should pay themselves annually in retirement. It’s a problem many don’t feel adequately prepared to solve, especially when failure means a funding shortfall at the end of life. Limit your spending, limit your lifestyle Recent research from Morningstar’s Behavioral ...
Dear Savvy Senior: My wife and I were recently talking about updating our will and wondered if we should also set up a trust. How do we know if we need one? — Planning Ahead Dear Planning, That’s an excellent question. A will is one of the most important tools in estate planning, but many people wonder if it’s enough, or if adding a trust makes sense. The answer depends on your finances, your family situation, and what you want your plan to accomplish. Here’s a simple way to think about it. What a will does A will spells out who gets your assets after you pass away. ...
Motorists age 55 or older who want to sharpen their driving skills while also getting a discount on auto insurance are encouraged to sign up for Seniors for Safe Driving class to be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, at the Ebensburg Municipal Building, 300 W. High St. No. 1, Ebensburg. The Seniors for Safe Driving program is beneficial for older drivers to gain a better knowledge of how to adjust their driving techniques and habits to compensate for many of the challenges facing older motorists. The program is open to drivers aged 55 and older. There is no on-the-road ...
BELGRADE, Serbia — An amateur pop choir that started with a couple dozen singers in a small Serbian town has found unexpected success across the country. Its motto? Anyone can sing. While community choirs are common in other countries, they are relatively rare in Serbia. The no-stress ...
