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Boomers defy ageing with sharper minds and staying power

ANALYSIS: Education improvements are key to Baby Boomers' cognitive gains.

Why Vietnam's two-child policy change may not boost birth rate

High living costs in big cities deter many from having more children.

Matthew Hooton: If superannuation can’t be cut, wage subsidies must be

Opinion: Nicola Willis has few options for big savings next year, but there are some.

'Brought honour': 105-year-old wins big at World Masters

He won gold in the 100-plus discus, javelin, shot put, and 100 metres.

'Real stress': Labour MP Ingrid Leary on retirement village payouts

The law doesn't say when capital sums must be repaid, causing 'real stress': Ingrid Leary.

'I haven't got long to live': Miriam Margolyes on health struggles and fears

The actor had an aortic valve replaced in 2023 to avoid open heart surgery.

How a scientist who studies ‘super agers’ exercises for a longer life

Exercise tops the list of proven methods for slowing ageing and boosting healthspan.

Dick Van Dyke opens up on nearing 100: 'I've lost a lot of friends'

He credited his longevity to regular exercise and staying positive.

Editorial: We've reached the point where KiwiSaver changes must occur

OPINION: By 2028 there will be a million Kiwis aged 65 or older.

Can metformin actually slow the ageing process?

New York Times: What is metformin and why are people experimenting with it?

On The Up: How a 'little gem' in the CBD helps older people live fuller lives

Parksyde in Rotorua offers 45 activities for people aged 55 and older.

What I’ve learnt (slowly) ageing out of the youth travel bracket

From flip phones to fat biking in Namibia, travel changes – and so do we.

Greg Bruce: Surviving a midlife health scare in a Chinese hotel gym

I woke at 5am in Shanghai and couldn't get back to sleep, so I went to the gym.

Five surprising everyday medications that can help prevent dementia

Telegraph: Midlife vaccines may offer unexpected protection against dementia.

Liam Dann: Why 70 really is the new 50 ... and why the retirement age will need to rise

OPINION: As if we don't have enough to worry about right now, we're all getting older.

At 77, she’s as fit as a 25-year-old – what her body tells us about ageing

Running legend Jeannie Rice shares the routines and mindset keeping her fast and fit.