Friday, 4 September, 2026
Autumn is arriving in Europe, and the forests are beginning to turn brilliant shades of red and gold. In France and Italy, the grape harvest and winemaking season is getting underway. After an intensely hot summer, the cities seem quieter, gentler, and more relaxed. This is an ideal time for […]
America’s national parks offer older adults a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fresh air, gentle exercise, spectacular scenery, wildlife, and the history of the nation. In 2026, the National Park Service is waiving entrance fees on several holidays and commemorative dates. As of August 23, 2026, four fee-free dates remain: August […]
A federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, after Congress failed to agree on a new funding bill. As of early November, it has lasted several weeks, making it one of the longest in U.S. history. A shutdown happens when Congress doesn’t approve the government’s budget for the new […]