Younger generations are more inclined to disconnect from digital devices compared to older ones.
Survey Reveals Americans Are Embracing Digital Disconnection A recent survey indicates that half of Americans feel more isolated than ever—though, interestingly, they see it as a positive shift. Among 2,000 surveyed individuals, 50% expressed a desire to disconnect from digital devices, aiming to spend less time in front of screens for health reasons. Notably, younger […]
Social Security is nearing bankruptcy, but different generations have conflicting views on changes needed.
(TNND) — The Cato Institute has shared a public opinion poll revealing a significant generational gap regarding Social Security reform and highlighting common misconceptions about the program’s structure and future. While a sizable 83% of Americans view Social Security positively, almost one-third doubt its sustainability until they reach retirement age. Furthermore, nearly 60% believe that […]
Social Security is nearing insolvency, yet there are differing views on reforms among generations.
Generational Divide on Social Security Reform A recent public opinion poll conducted by the Cato Institute reveals significant generational differences regarding Social Security reform, alongside a general lack of understanding about the program’s financial future and structure. While a large majority (83%) of Americans hold favorable views of Social Security, about one-third express doubts that […]
The reasons your cryptocurrency assets might not reach future generations.
The National Association of Unclaimed Property Managers indicates that roughly one in seven individuals fails to claim property that could be theirs. The recent sharp decline in Bitcoin and ether prices has caught immediate attention, but this issue ties into a bigger problem of estate planning that’s likely to grow as more people invest in […]
Younger generations are leading the trend of early dinners, making more reservations at 5 pm.
Early Dinner Reservations Trend Up It seems that early dinner reservations are no longer a pastime just for retirees. Many Americans, regardless of age, are opting for dinner at around 5:00 to 5:30 p.m., making that time slot increasingly popular. Michelle Derpetti, managing partner at a Chicago steakhouse, noted that what was once mainly preferred […]
Older generations are more cautious about ETFs compared to younger ones, according to research, and for understandable reasons.
Baby Boomers Hold Back from ETFs Despite Popularity Even though there’s a strong interest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) among investors, baby boomers seem to be going against the grain, and there might be solid reasons for this. According to recent research, just 6% of baby boomers—those born between 1948 and 1964—plan to “significantly increase” their […]
Detective with a family history of four generations in the NYPD retires
NYPD Detective Walter Harkins Retires After Over Three Decades of Service Walter Harkins, a fourth-generation NYPD detective, officially retired on Friday, reflecting on a career he adored from “day one.” After 33 years in the department, Harkins’ family has collectively served nearly 150 years in law enforcement. Colleagues and loved ones gathered to honor him […]
Older generations lead in NYC’s early voting numbers — implications for Zohran Mamdani.
Political newcomer Zoran Mamdani is gaining a surprising amount of attention among older voters, which—depending on how you look at it—might not be great news for his campaign in the New York mayoral race. Data from the early days of voting shows that nearly 60% of ballots were cast by individuals aged 50 and up. […]
How Ben Stiller is addressing the challenges of parenting across generations after admitting he made mistakes
Ben Stiller is making an effort to break away from the stereotype of the so-called “Nepo baby” as his kids have called him out for being somewhat absent during their upbringing. In a recent appearance on “The View,” Ben, whose parents are legendary actors Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, shared how his upbringing has shaped […]
Older Americans are spending more time online compared to younger generations, according to a recent survey.
Study Reveals How Older Americans Engage with Technology Are older generations like our parents and grandparents spending too much time online? A recent study examines how Americans aged 50 and above interact with screens and technology, suggesting their habits might not differ as much from younger people as expected. This research, sponsored by Centrum Silver, […]