Tag Archives: 60s

I uploaded a trailer for this summer’s Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning movie onto the TinyTV, and with 223.4 pixels per inch, its screen was sharp enough to show details like a document with text, the edges of a small airplane’s wing, and the miniscule space between Tom Cruise and the floor in that vault from the first Mission: …

Staying mentally sharp isn’t just luck—it’s the byproduct of dozens of small choices that build on each other year after year. I’ve met people in their 80s who can still debate politics with more clarity than people half their age, who remember old lyrics and recent headlines with equal sharpness, and who learn new apps faster than their grandkids. These …

My neighbour  Sarah and I met for coffee after a decade apart. She’s 68. She walked in looking maybe 48—that particular glow that comes from health, not highlighter. “It’s not what I do,” she said, stirring her coffee. “It’s what I don’t do.” This sentiment echoes through conversations with those who seem to have negotiated a better deal with time. …

As the humidity rises in 35-degree Tokyo, so too do the dead. Ever since the Edo period, Japanese summertime has been associated with the arrival of supernatural forces – a season defined by malevolent spirits. As the country’s temperatures soar, it’s believed that the barriers separating the world of the living and the dead begin to wane, allowing once contained …

Staying healthy in your 50s, 60s and 70s means adapting to wear and tear, but also embracing all the different ways to thrive. By focusing on some common areas – like nutrition, exercise and meaningful connections – you can age well in every decade. Here’s what you need to know to extend the quality of life in these decades. Staying …

Heart attacks are no longer just a concern for seniors. New research reveals that heart disease is hitting younger adults, especially women, harder than ever. With a 66% rise in heart attacks among adults aged 18 to 44, it’s critical to recognise early warning signs of heart trouble. Experts say lifestyle habits, rising obesity, and even past COVID infections are …

Connie Francis, a top-selling singer of the 1950s and ’60s, dies at 87  The Washington Post Connie Francis, ‘Pretty Little Baby’ and ‘Who’s Sorry Now’ Singer, Dies at 87  The New York Times Connie Francis’ ‘Pretty Little Baby’ became an unexpected TikTok hit — 63 years after its release  The Seattle Times 1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The singer’s life was …

Mark Savage Music Correspondent Getty Images Connie Francis sold millions of records, and was the first female recording artist to top the US Billboard Charts Connie Francis, who was at one time the world’s biggest-selling female artist, has died at the age of 87. The musician, whose hits included Stupid Cupid and Who’s Sorry Now, had recently enjoyed a resurgence …

Connie Francis, Whose Ballads Dominated ’60s Pop Music, Dies at 87  The New York Times Connie Francis, ‘Pretty Little Baby’ singer and actress, dead at 87  CNN 1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The singer’s life was touched by tragedies  NPR Connie Francis, singer second only to Elvis and The Beatles in early 1960s popularity  Yahoo Connie Francis, a top-selling singer of the …

Connie Francis, Whose Ballads Dominated ’60s Pop Music, Dies at 87  The New York Times Connie Francis, ‘Who’s Sorry Now?’ and ‘Pretty Little Baby’ Singer, Dies at 87  People.com Legendary singer of viral ‘Pretty Little Baby’ on TikTok, contemporary of Elvis, dead at 87  AL.com Connie Francis, ‘Where the Boys Are’ Singer and Actress, Dies at 87  The Hollywood Reporter ‘Pretty Little Baby’ singer …