older

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Meanwhile, many older adults are stretching their budgets on the basics.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The older 16-to-18 group stood at 41.4% last year but has increased to 49.4% in 2026.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Social Security is crucial to the finances of older adults, with 44% of older Americans depending on Social Security for all of their income, up from 39% in 2025, according to the Senior Citizens League.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

The “Dude” who conducted “Cantata Criolla” 16 years ago was a youthful advocate, barely older than the oldest now in YOLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

No standing back to let the older man go first, no helping on with a coat, no picking up a dropped tool.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom