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The Daily Briefing

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Your at-a-glance brief for life after 50. Updated every day on Indiana time.

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1898: An armistice ended the fighting of the Spanish-American War, with Spain ceding much of its remaining empire.

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Take one minute to glance at your bank balance. A daily look is the simplest guard against fraud.
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Hydration After 60: Why Your Thirst Is Lying to You and What to Do About It

The thirst signal weakens with age, and by sixty most adults are walking around mildly dehydrated without ever feeling thirsty. Mild chronic dehydration is now linked to confusion, falls, kidney damage, and even faster cognitive decline. Here is the simple plan to stay properly hydrated without obsessing over a giant water bottle.

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Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser

★★★★½ 4.6/5 on Amazon
$49.99
  • ADA accepted, removes 99.9% of plaque
  • 10 pressure settings for sensitive gums
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  • Perfect for implants, bridges, and crowns
  • Easier on hands than string floss
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  • ADA accepted — clinically proven effective
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  • 99.9% plaque removal from treated areas
Watch Out For
  • Counter space required for base unit
  • Can be messy until you get the hang of it
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If you have implants, bridges, or arthritis that makes flossing hard — this changes everything.

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Perky-Pet Copper Panorama Bird Feeder

★★★★½ 4.5/5 on Amazon
$14.99
  • Stunning copper finish adds elegance
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Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Can Opener

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