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Movies for Grownups: 'Edge of Darkness'

By Bill Newcott

We want to see Mel Gibson pushed to the tipping point where he's either going to collapse into a heap of unredeemable despair or, more likely, explode in a righteous rage.Yep, Mel Gibson knows just what we want, and he doles out great heaping ladles of it in 'Edge of Darkness,' a nice return to form from a star whose personal dramas have eclipsed his acting career for nearly a decade.               

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AARP Programs

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An activity adventure tracing the route of this famous highway.

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President Spiderman

By AARP Radio

Obama and Spiderman

By collecting comics, you can gain investment value. In fact, some--even Barack Obama--have found a treasure chest in this hip hobby. Del Walters of AARP's "My Generation" reveals how the collector-in-chief is inspiring some to come out of their comic closets.

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Centenarian Still Enjoys Life in the Fast Lane

By Amanda Tinkham-Boltax

Pushing 102 years of age, Virgil Coffman gains fame with the purchase of a Transformer-edition Camaro.

Vinyl Invasion: Albums Are Back!

By Bill Newcott

Unpack your old turntable: record sales are booming as artists from Harry Connick Jr. to U2 make vinyl groovy again.

From the Online Community

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Group: Media Artists  Dive into a creative brainstorm with other artists. Gain a new sounding board here!
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Group: Evening Skies
Bring your (virtual) telescope, and share your findings from the backyard with fellow stargazers.
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AARP Books: Live & Learn: Expressive Drawing

By Steven Aimone

The many people who long to draw but feel too intimidated to trywill rejoice at the wonderful first entry in this new series from AARP. Live & Learn: Expressive Drawing is packed with solid, friendly, hands-on instruction, as well as inspiring images, to stimulate the inner artist.

Being Elvis

By Eric Bressi

Well, it's one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, now go Eric, go!—Eric Bressi, that is. He's an Elvis impersonator who says his act helped him overcome a tough childhood and a father who told Eric—uh, Elvis—he'd never amount to anything.

Real Men Do Yoga

By AARP Bulletin Today

More older adults, including men, are taking time out on yoga mats for reduced back pain, better sleep, and a sense of well-being.

Yard Sale!

By Richard Rubin

What is the irresistible appeal of other people's junk? A sale hound gives his two cents.

Everyone Has a Story to Tell

By Abigail Thomas

To write a memoir, cultivate the habit of listening to yourself. Writer Abigail Thomas offers these tips.

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The food served at spas today tastes better and is easy to prepare at home.

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We picked 10 heroic animals. Tell us which one should win $1,000.

Latin Music

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