July 19, 2008



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Live to 100
We found the secret in a remote village, where centenarians are thriving

Video: See 100-year-old Panchita Castillo in action

Features

No-Pill Sleep Plan
Our guinea pig author enlists in boot camp for the sleepless

Rethinking the Commune
Bold pioneers are building a new kind of housing for the 21st century. (And you get your own bathroom!)

Hitting It Big—Finally
The secrets of late bloomers who achieved startling midlife success

How to Live Longer
Our experts in longevity—folks 85 and over—share surprising tips that'll add years to your life

Online Extra: Beginner’s Guide to Digital Music
In this second installment, learn about players and how to find, buy, and organize your new tunes



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Online Extra: Birders’ Delight

Find out what’s behind the birding boom, and why boomers, especially, are flocking to this increasingly popular hobby




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Find your very own dream town based on your personal criteria. Check out our new interactive Location Scout—it’s free, easy, and fun!



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Highlights


Trial By Water
A 57-year-old drops 30 pounds, then faces his toughest challenge: swimming the frigid waters off Alcatraz
 

Great Looks
You helped pick 'em—now meet our ten model-search winners. Plus: Exclusive behind-the-scenes video
 

Extreme Collecting
Okay, so you own 100,000 pieces of Superman memorabilia. Are you obsessed? Or do you actually have a "collecting gene"?
 

Best Places to Live
City living may cost a bit more, but you may just discover you get more bang for the buck
 

The Great Climate Debate
How can we protect the planet for our children? Finally, an unbiased look at the latest research on global warming.
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Back to School at Age 50+

This web-exclusive series follows the highs and lows of 55-year-old Theresa Statuti's pursuit of a new degree. Access any article in the series via the drop-down menu below, or click into the message board to join the dialogue.

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