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TABLE OF CONTENTSApril / May 2025
FEATURES
Who Is Rob Lowe? Literally, a Heartthrob, Dog Lover and Thriving Game Show Host
Come to Your Senses: Age Changes How We See, Hear, Taste, Smell—Even Touch
Upgrade Your Home: Get Big Returns With These Easy Fixes
The Best Way for Older People to Enjoy the Outdoors: Go Glamping!
He Fled Vietnam at the Fall of Saigon—and Rebuilt an American Icon
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
Editor’s Note: Movies For Grownups Helps Us Fight Against Ageism
Letters to the Editor
UPFRONT
5 Surprising Things About Patricia Clarkson
Mustard Is Much More Than Something to Put on a Sandwich
No More Middle Seat! Get the Spot You Want on a Plane
In the Battle of Carry-Ons, a Small Backpack Beats a Roller Bag
Take Me Out to the Ballpark: 5 Great Stadiums to Visit
11 Great Books for Spring
What Does Spring Sound Like? We Asked 4 Notable Musicians
True Originals? Some Bands on Tour Have No Founding Members Left
What’s ‘Entertainment Tonight’ Cohost Nischelle Turner Listening To?
New Rules of Email: What to Write Instead of ‘I Hope You’re Well’
Bluesky Takes Off. Should You Give This Social Media Platform a Whirl?
Ask the Tech Guru: Can I Recover Deleted Photos?
Big Help for Small Tasks Around the House: How to Hire a Handyperson
Unruly Dog? Send It to Boot Camp
Plant a Commemorative Tree as a Living Tribute
What to Watch: 5 Movies and TV Shows Our Critic Recommends
At 70, Lorraine Bracco Takes on a New Challenge—Comedy
MONEY SAVER
Where to Find Money You Didn’t Know You Had
Where Is Your Money Going? Uncover the Mysteries of Your Finances
Her Parents Lived Into Their 90s. At 62, She Wonders: Will She Outlive Her Money?
THIS IS 50
This Is 50: Why Today’s Pop Music Sounds Familiar
Enter the Secret World of College Parent Facebook Pages
4 Ways to Cope with Job Burnout
How to Lose Your Menopause Weight
REAL PEOPLE
He Adopts the Dogs No One Else Wants
Three Friends on a Mission: To Canoe the Mississippi River
Meet the ‘Bicycle Nomad.’ He Cycles Through History
She’s a Saver of Statuary, Restoring Vintage Religious Artwork
His Moving Company Helps Women Escape Domestic Violence
YOUR AARP
AARP Books Provide Expert Advice on Health, Medicare, Social Security and More
Deals and Discounts Just for AARP Members
7 Ways AARP Can Help You Live a Healthy Life
Brain Games: Try These 3 Puzzles
Happy Big 5-Oh to David Beckham. Plus, More Celebrity Milestone Birthdays
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