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Experiences

Meet the over 50s travelling around the world on a ‘golden gap year’

New research reveals that older generations have a growing interest in serious travel following retirement, a trend referred to as the ‘golden gap year’.

12/02/2024

Health news

Hobbies linked to fewer symptoms of depression in people over 65

Having a hobby was linked to greater life satisfaction across 16 countries on three continents, according to a new study.

11/09/2023

Climate

Rocking chair rebellion: Why older Americans are set to blockade banks

Orchestrated by Third Act, the first mass climate action from older US citizens will target ‘the big four’ US banks.

20/03/2023

Travel News

Is it safe to travel if you’re over 60?

The World Health Organisation revised its advice to older travellers, but says the school holidays pose a risk to grandparents.

01/12/2021

France

Europe's oldest person - a 116-year-old French nun - survives COVID-19

“I didn’t even realise I had it,” she told French newspaper Var-Matin.

10/02/2021