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Keep active to keep Alzheimer’s at bay! Find out how exercising our bodies can help protect our minds: http://bit.ly/1EAZc8l

'Keep active to keep Alzheimer’s at bay! Find out how exercising our bodies can help protect our minds: http://bit.ly/1EAZc8l'

Voting for AARP’s Superstar 2015 Contest has begun! You can vote for your favorite singer once per day to be entered for a chance to win $5,000 in our Sweepstakes.

For official contest rules, visit: http://bit.ly/1BDuuqt

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Spring is finally here and so are plenty of new shows to fall in love with, along with the return of some old favorites, like "Mad Men."

Check out what to watch between now and Memorial Day.
www.aarp.org|By Austin O'Connor

Watch seniors use the Internet for the first time in this trailer for the hilarious and heart-warming documentary “Cyber-Seniors.”

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A new study confirms that a healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of dementia.

The study shows that those who exercise, receive nutritional counseling, and do brain training exercise show an increase in standard brain function by 25% relative to a control group.
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As it gets warmer, remember to turn down the temperature on your water heater to save money.

What are some other ways you save in the spring?

'As it gets warmer, remember to turn down the temperature on your water heater to save money.

What are some other ways you save in the spring?'

Wouldn't it be nice if adding one simple thing to your diet would help you shed some pounds? Researchers think they have found the answer.

Try these food choices for a variety of health benefits.
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Enrolling in Medicare for the first time? Join us for this free webinar on Wednesday March 25, 2015 at 2pm ET.

Learn about the basics of Medicare in this 90 minute webinar. AARP experts will be available to answer any questions you may have.
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'"I'm going to find a job, goddamnit.  Nobody is going to force me into retirement at 61.  I moved to New York at the age of 35 with nothing but $1000 and a cat.  I've reinvented myself once.  And I can do it again."'

"I'm going to find a job, goddamnit. Nobody is going to force me into retirement at 61. I moved to New York at the age of 35 with nothing but $1000 and a cat. I've reinvented myself once. And I can do it again."

Al Pacino and Annette Bening have a rocky first meeting in this exclusive clip from their new movie, “Danny Collins.”

Find out more about the upcoming comedy-drama, opening March 20: http://bit.ly/17LCsa0

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New reports claim that Apple Pay has resulted in 60 times higher rates of fraud than traditional credit card transactions.

If you plan on using Apple Pay, here are ways to reduce your fraud risk.
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In the next video of his series “Technology: It’s Not Just a Guy Thing,” Guy Kawasaki talks about his beginnings and his tips on becoming an entrepreneur. http://bit.ly/1H1WKes

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Get a crash course on one of the most influential musicians of our time with this quick Bob Dylan primer.

From performing at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival to receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
www.aarp.org|By Bill Flanagan

Studies show the benefits of the Mediterranean diet on heart and brain health. http://bit.ly/1AZ4Hch

'Studies show the benefits of the Mediterranean diet on heart and brain health. http://bit.ly/1AZ4Hch'

What is your most creative way to save money at home?

Receive free, individualized tax preparation with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the nation’s largest volunteer-run tax assistance service.

Find a Tax-Aide location near you: http://bit.ly/1dzGfbt

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Find a Tax-Aide location near you: http://bit.ly/1dzGfbt'

Keep your dog happy with this homemade toy brought to you by "The Cheap Life."

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New approaches to treating blindness offer hope to millions of older Americans in danger of losing their sight.

Thanks to new technology, researchers have already begun to envision an end to many forms of vision loss.
www.aarp.org|By Peter Jaret

Beware: Cyber crooks are eyeing the loyalty cards dangling on our key fobs.

Cyber crooks are going after rewards and loyalty programs hoping to get the passwords and information you might use elsewhere.
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Spice up your chicken dinner with these 8 quick and delicious sauce recipes.

Boneless and skinless doesn’t have to mean tasteless with these delicious recipes.
www.aarp.org|By Pam Anderson

Listen to an exclusive early premier of Van Morrison’s new song “Fire in the Belly” featuring Steve Winwood.

Morrison’s latest album “Duets: Re-Working the Catalogue” will be released on the 23rd, but you can preorder it now: http://bit.ly/1BJl7ZW

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Today kicks off Brain Awareness Week, a celebration of the progress and benefits of brain research.

Learn more about keeping your mind sharp with tips, games, exercises and more at our Brain Health Center: http://bit.ly/1skqMVw

'Today kicks off Brain Awareness Week, a celebration of the progress and benefits of brain research. 

Learn more about keeping your mind sharp with tips, games, exercises and more at our Brain Health Center: http://bit.ly/1skqMVw'

Caregivers trained in responding to behaviors common in dementia show the best results in reducing patients' symptoms, studies find.

While antipsychotic drugs can be useful in emergencies, their risk of deadly side effects increases over time.
www.npr.org|By Morning Edition

A new scam uses your Facebook friends to trick you into downloading malware. Find out how the scam works and what to do to protect yourself.

Watch out for suspicious posts tagging you and dozens of other friends.
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"It's a question of attitude. Age is irrelevant if you know how to be collaborative."

As more and more older Americans delay retirement, working for a younger boss is becoming common. Follow these tips to a positive working relationship with your younger boss.
www.aarp.org|By Kerry Hannon