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An enormous body of research links better grip strength in midlife and beyond to decreased risk of overall mortality.

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Leaf peepers making money for New Englanders

Money really does grow on trees in autumn in New England, and all six states are raking it in. Officials say tourists will spend upward of $3 billion to catch a glimpse of the red, yellow and orange hues — and the windfall is steadily rising as the economy regains strength.

Blueberries win blue ribbon for benefits

Sure, you can go with goji berries, or ask for acai. But there’s one superfood that’s way more familiar, and that’s the blueberry.

Fall a fine time to visit scenic Lincoln County

Sparsely populated Lincoln County comprises old towns, ancient rock art, numerous all-terrain vehicle trails and five outstanding areas preserved as state parks. Visit this autumn and you’ll enjoy seasonal color until the snow flies.

Rise Festival lights up the sky outside Las Vegas

The first Rise Festival was expected to attract as many as 10,000 participants who lit and released 21,000 balloons, according to a BLM assessment of the event being staged by Ody Events.

Locals who renewed health insurance in ‘13 now face inevitable

They could put off the inevitable for only so long. Now, locals who renewed health insurance early in 2013 to delay complying with mandates in the Affordable Care Act are feeling the effects of the law.