I moved from Venezuela to Vermont 2 years ago. I have more career opportunities but it's hard to make friends.

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The author moved from Venezuela to Vermont two years ago and shares the biggest cultural shocks.

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A woman who got serious about running in her 30s still does marathons aged 61. She shared 4 tips for staying fit and healthy throughout life.

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Linda Carrier has completed the World Marathon Challenge three times.

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A chef from the Greek Blue Zone Ikaria shares 3 plant-based recipes inspired by the island where people often live to 100

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Chef Diane Kochilas applies her Ikarian heritage to her cooking.

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I almost threw my mom's engagement ring into her grave. I felt it belonged with her, but now I'm glad I didn't.

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The author was tempted to throw her mom's engagement ring with her casket at her funeral.

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Céline Dion says that almost anything — even happiness — can trigger the symptoms of her stiff-person syndrome

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Céline Dion says symptoms of her stiff-person syndrome can be easily triggered.

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I'm 89 and have always loved traveling. I've stayed in the fanciest hotels and also camped in the boonies.

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Nancy Strong's extensive travels include experiences like riding an ostrich in Africa.

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I got a divorce, but my ex-husband and I are still close. Some people don't understand how we can be such good friends.

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Kelly Magyarics (not pictured) and her ex-husband are divorced, but still close friends.

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Ultra-processed plant-based food has been linked to heart disease and early death — but a simple swap could boost your health

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Plant-based foods that have been ultra-processed could increase the risk of heart problems, according to a new study.

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Virtual reality could unlock better treatment for psychosis — a use case that's gaining traction globally

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I just finished my freshman year at Yale. I'm worried I didn't make deep, long-lasting friendships.

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The author, middle, worries he didn't make enough friends in college.

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