Preserving your money becomes more important as you get older. After a lifetime of saving and working, you want your hard-earned assets to last and provide financial security for the years ahead. Here are five simple wealth-preservation tips that can help seniors protect their savings, avoid unnecessary financial risks, and make their money last longer.

As we get older, it’s not unusual to take several prescription medications every day. But taking five or more drugs at the same time may come with added risks. A new study finds that older adults taking multiple prescription medications face a higher risk of death, highlighting the importance of regularly reviewing medications with a doctor or pharmacist.

Getting older is a natural part of life, and our bodies change with us along the way. From our 20s through our 80s and beyond, we experience changes in muscle, bones, skin, vision, hearing, metabolism, and more. Some changes are gradual and easy to overlook, while others become more noticeable as the decades pass. Here’s a look at what you can expect as your body moves through each stage of life—and what you can do to stay healthy along the way.

Getting older doesn’t mean giving up the habits that keep you healthy and independent. In fact, geriatricians often point to certain everyday behaviors that can quietly work against healthy aging. One habit in particular may be more common among older adults than you think. Here’s what doctors who specialize in aging say healthy seniors tend to avoid—and why it matters.

The text message said someone was trying to charge $299 on my Amazon account and if it wasn’t me, it gave me a number to call. That spam message was easy to detect because I don’t have an Amazon account.

Unfortunately, many people my age are on the receiving end of spam emails, text messages and phone calls like that one and they become victims. I wrote recently about a fraud problem I experienced on my computer that almost cost me $500.

Giving up driving in your 80s can be one of the hardest transitions of aging. For many seniors, driving means independence, freedom, and the ability to come and go without relying on others. But there may come a time when safety has to take priority. Knowing when and how to make that change—and finding reliable ways to stay mobile—can make the transition easier.

Moving to a new home can be complicated enough without worrying about Medicare. But your move may affect your Medicare Advantage or prescription drug coverage, especially if you move to a different service area. Here’s what you need to know before, during, and after your move to make sure your Medicare coverage continues without an unwanted interruption.

A windowless bathroom may seem like the perfect place for a plant—but most houseplants simply won’t survive without natural light. Fortunately, a few tough varieties can handle low-light conditions and the humidity of a bathroom. Here are three houseplants that can survive, and even thrive, in a bathroom with no windows.

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I am a child of the TV era.

Like just about every baby boomer, the television was the centerpiece of our home. It was where we gathered, where we relaxed, and, for me, where I planned my day.

As a kid, I organized my life around one very important question: “What’s on TV?”

And believe me, there wasn’t that much to choose from. At least not for kids.

For Mom and Dad, there was the news.

Around 5 p.m., John Cameron Swayze came on with a 15-minute newscast. Mostly, it was just Swayze sitting there reading the news, with some grainy newsreel footage thrown in.

At night, there was “family” entertainment. Tuesday nights meant Uncle Milty—Milton Berle. He was silly, loud, and completely over the top, but America loved him.

After that, no matter how much I begged, it was bedtime for me. It would be many years before I discovered what late-night TV was all about.

But Saturday mornings? That was when television really belonged to kids.

Cartoon after cartoon, all in glorious black and white, of course.

I would sit cross-legged about two feet in front of our 12-inch DuMont TV, a bowl of Rice Krispies in my lap. I was perfectly happy.

I didn’t need Ritalin.

TV was my drug.

Now, I can't stay awake.

Before you pass judgment and think, “Well, he’s 80 years old. Of course he falls asleep at the drop of a hat,” let me set the record straight.

I’m not one of those guys who randomly falls asleep during the day. I don’t nod off at the dinner table, reading the newspaper, or having a conversation. Nope. I’m wide awake.

Put me in front of a TV, though, and that’s a different story.

Apparently, somewhere along the way, television went from being my favorite form of entertainment to my favorite sleep medication.

So, maybe I shouldn’t complain. After all, I’m getting two things out of every movie or TV show I watch: a little entertainment and a good nap.

The only problem is, I still want to know how the damn movie ends without having to watch it again….bwc

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- Adults have 206 bones. Babies are born with around 270 bones, but some fuse together as they grow.

- Your skeleton is constantly changing. Old bone tissue is broken down and replaced with new tissue throughout your life.

- The femur is the longest bone. Your thigh bone is also one of the strongest bones in the human body.

- Your smallest bone is in your ear. The stapes, located in the middle ear, is only about 3 millimeters long.

- Bones are living tissue. They contain blood vessels and nerves and store important minerals, especially calcium and phosphorus.

Turning 75 can be a good time to take a fresh look at what you’ve accumulated—not just in your home, but in your daily life. Some things that once seemed important may no longer serve a purpose, while others can create unnecessary clutter, stress, or expense. Here are seven things worth considering getting rid of after 75, so you can make room for what matters most.

Social Security is facing a serious financial problem, and millions of Americans are wondering what it means for their retirement income. If Congress does nothing, the program’s trust funds are projected to be depleted in 2034, potentially resulting in reduced benefits. But the impact won’t be the same everywhere. This story takes a state-by-state look at how Social Security’s looming financial shortfall could affect retirees and future beneficiaries.

For the second year in a row, about 10 million older Americans are living in poverty. For people who have spent decades working, saving and contributing to Social Security, that is a troubling reality. Rising housing, food, healthcare and other everyday costs can make it difficult for older adults to make ends meet. This story looks at the numbers and what they tell us about poverty among America’s seniors.

Dementia can affect memory, thinking and everyday life, but lifestyle changes may help some people manage symptoms and maintain their independence. Simple steps involving physical activity, sleep, diet, social connections and mental stimulation can make a difference in overall well-being. This story looks at practical lifestyle changes that may help people living with dementia and those who care for them.

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Walmart is known for low prices and convenience, but that doesn’t mean every product there is the best deal. Some items may cost less upfront but offer lower quality, smaller quantities, or better value elsewhere. Here are six things you may want to think twice about buying at Walmart.

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Yes—possibly, but there is no archaeological proof of the biblical Tower of Babel.

The Bible describes a huge tower built in the land of Shinar, usually associated with ancient Mesopotamia. Many historians and archaeologists believe the story may have been inspired by the ziggurats—massive stepped temple towers built in ancient cities such as Babylon.

One leading candidate is "Etemenanki", a enormous ziggurat dedicated to the Babylonian god Marduk. Ancient Babylonian records confirm that it existed, although the tower described in Genesis cannot be definitively identified with it.

So, a real giant tower probably stood in Babylon—but whether it was the Tower of Babel described in the Bible remains uncertain.