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Most brain-training games were designed to help participants master one or more specific skills. Some 2.3 million U. S. adults over 65—more than 4%—have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in.

The practice of sharing money with your friends and loved ones has deep roots in American society. About 1 in 5 American adults regularly provide unpaid care or financial assistance to their adult relatives or friends. And about 1 in 7 young adults between the ages of 25 and 34 live with their parents.

Getty Images; Jenny Chang-Rodriguez/BIGen Z is contributing to a surge in all-inclusive resort bookings. All-inclusives offer convenience and luxury, often at a good value. All-inclusives have also become nicer, with perks like Michelin-starred chefs and top shelf booze. Haley Mahabadi, a 27-year-old who works in social media marketing, is currently traveling across southeast Asia with her husband, staying in $30-a-night rooms.

French spent $2.5 million to build Live Oak Lake. Courtesy of Isaac FrenchIn October 2023, Isaac French sold his micro-resort for $7 million. French, who built the property for $2.5 million, said the price of the sale was right. Hitting it off with the buyer influenced his decision to sell, he said.

JD Vance has investments in a series of startups through his stakes in venture capital funds. Stephen Maturen/Getty ImagesBefore he was the vice president-elect or a senator, JD Vance was a venture capitalist. He maintains ownership stakes in several funds, according to his disclosure forms. Here are some companies that Vance is an investor in, and how they may interact with the government.

Randy McCabe says he's made at least $300K annually on Fiverr since transitioning to freelance. Randy McCabeRandy McCabe left Google, and now he has earned over $1 million in five years on Fiverr. He left corporate jobs due to stress and inflexibility and found balance with freelancing. McCabe shares his four strategies for successfully transitioning from corporate to freelance.