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Arrests made over record-holder's sudden tragic death

Arrests have been made after Kelvin Kiptum's father claimed that four men had attended his home looking for the Kenyan superstar before his death. The marathon world record holder tragically <a href="https://www.oversixty.com.au/health/caring/world-record-holder-dies-tragically-at-age-24" target="_blank" rel="noopener">passed away</a> at the age of 24, after a horrific collision that occurred in Western Kenya on Monday killed both him and his coach Gervais Hakizimana. Kenyan police have arrested four unidentified men after Kiptum's father, Samson Cheruiyot, called for an investigation into a visit that he said occurred just before the accident. "The four were taken to Elgeyo Marakwet for further investigations," Keiyo South Sub County commandant Abdullahi Dahir said. "They all come from Uasin Gishu County." Kiptum's devastated father broke down as he spoke about the death of his own child. "There are people who came home a while back who were looking for Kiptum, but they refused to identify themselves," Cheruiyot recalled. "I asked them to provide identification, but they opted to leave. It was a group of four people." He also recalled the moment he found out about his son's death. "I got the news of my son's death while I was watching the news," Kiptum's father said. "I went to the scene of the accident but the police had taken the body to Eldoret." Kiptum broke the marathon world record that was previously held by Eliud Kipchoge, after storming through the race in Chicago in just two hours and 35 seconds. Cheruiyot said that he last spoke to his son a day before his death. "He told me someone will come and help us build a house," he said. "He said that his body is now fit and he can now run for 1:59. "Kiptum was my only child. He has left me, his mum and his kids. I have no other child. His mum was sick for a while. Right now I'm deeply saddened." Images: Getty

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World record holder dies tragically at age 24

Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum has tragically died at the age of 24. The Kenyan athlete and his his coach, Rwanda's Gervais Hakizimana, both passed away after a horrific traffic collision on Monday, that occurred in western Kenya. The crash happened on a road between the towns of Eldoret and Kaptagat, where a noted high-altitude training centre for long-distance athletes is located. In October 2023, Kiptum set the world record of 2 hours and 35 seconds at the Chicago Marathon. The record was only made official by World Athletics on February 7th, just five days before his untimely death. Kenya's Sports Minister Ababu Namwamba spoke out on Kiptum's death, writing on X, "Devastatingly sickening!! Kenya has lost a special gem. Lost for words." Former prime minister Raila Odinga described Kiptum as a "Kenyan athletics icon" in a statement on social media, writing, "Devastating news as we mourn the loss of a remarkable individual." "My deepest condolences to his loved ones, friends, and the entire athletics fraternity." <div data-component="EmphasisedText"> "Our nation grieves the profound loss of a true hero." After making his marathon debut just over a year ago, Kiptum ran three of the fastest seven marathons in history during his brief career. The Kenyan athlete had declared his goals to take home a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the weeks before his death. Image credits: Getty Images </div>

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How to make your phone or tablet battery last longer

There’s nothing more frustrating than having your phone or tablet run out of battery when you need it most. Batteries of today seem to be draining at a more rapid pace… but rather than lugging your charger everywhere with you, here are a few easy ways you can help your device last the distance. Screen brightness The brighter your screen the more power it consumes. Lower the brightness levels slightly (your eyes will adjust) or change it to auto-brightness which will enable your phone to automatically adjust to the optimal level of brightness while conserving battery. GPS The GPS is a great feature in ensuring you’ll never get lost again. However, it also needs a substantial amount of battery power to function. It’s one of the biggest consumers of power so if you’re not using it switch it off. Wi-fi Keeping your wi-fi turned on at all time when not connected will quickly drain your battery. It’s because your phone is constantly trying to search for a wi-fi network to join so if you’re not using wi-fi switch it off. Just remember to turn it on again when you’re connected to a known wi-fi network like one at home otherwise it will eat up your data. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a convenient and useful feature in connection to other devices wirelessly but it also drains your power. Only switch it on when you know you’re using it. Apps We tend to have many apps running in the background that we’ve simply forgotten we opened up. But if apps are open they will be using battery power. Close the ones you’re not using. Turn it off It’s the most obvious solution and the most effective. If you know you’re not going to be using your phone for a few of hours (like when you’re watching a movie or going to bed) switching it off will stop any energy consumption. Image: Getty Images

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3 easy ways to back up your photos on your phone and tablet

Do you have all your photos stored on your phone or tablet? Do you back them up? If the answer is no, then please back them up! There are too many sorry tales of people losing all their precious memories in the snap second technological devices decide to play up. Backing up your photos is also a great idea if you’re phone or tablet is running low on space. Here are three simple ways to do it. Directly transfer photos from your device to a computer. This is one of the easiest and most straightforward way to back-up photos. Connect your phone or tablet to your computer with the supplied dock connector cable. A window will automatically pop up asking if you want to “import” the photos to your computer. After they have been imported, you’ll be asked if you want to “delete” the images you’ve imported. If you press delete, the photos will be deleted from your smartphone or tablet. This is a fast way to free up space on your device but if you still want to keep photos on your phone, don’t click delete. Save your photos to a cloud system like <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dropbox</a> A cloud service lets you store information on a remote computer or server connected via the internet. It’s a handy platform that will ensure your photos are saved even if your device and computer decide to play up. You can also sync photos without physically plugging in your device. The free service Dropbox is one of the simplest versions around allowing you to upload photos directly from your tablet or phone. You will have to sign up for a Dropbox account before you are given 2GB of free storage. To automatically backup photos to Dropbox from your computer Once Dropbox is installed on your computer, you can turn on Camera Upload so photos are automatically uploaded to your Dropbox. Connect your device to your computer and go to Dropbox > Settings > Preferences and click the “Enable Dropbox camera import.” This will allow Dropbox to automatically import photos to your Dropbox account when your device is connected. To automatically backup photos to Dropbox from your device Dropbox can also automatically upload images straight from your device. You will have to download the Dropbox app. Go to the Dropbox app > Settings > Camera Upload > On. Make sure you click the option to only upload pictures when Wi-Fi is on so it won’t eat up your cellular data. Back up your photos to <a href="https://www.flickr.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Flickr</a> Another popular and easy-to-use photo sharing and cloud storage system is Flickr. It has the advantage over Dropbox because it offer 1TB (1,000GB) of free space. You can upload your photos and share them privately or publicly. Image: Getty Images

Technology

Why it's important to install updates on your device

Ever wondered if installing updates is worth the bother? Here's what you need to know. Whether you use an iPad, tablet, laptop or desktop computer, you have probably been prompted at one point to update your device. While these pop-up boxes may look like the spam you see on websites, they’re far from it. The device you use will have an operating system built into it, so iPads or Mac laptops will operate on Apple’s iOS system while tablets and laptops not made by Apple will run on Windows. Whichever system your device uses, it will eventually need an update. While it can be easy to dismiss the update notifications when they pop up on your screen, here’s why you shouldn’t. What’s the point? When a software program is developed, it is put through tests and quality checks and only once that has been satisfied is it released to the general public. However, once the software is out there in the world, and being used in real-life environments, it can come across little issues which get reported back to the developer. These companies then fix the issues and release the solutions as software updates. For electronic devices, especially laptops and desktop computers, security issues can be a big problem. Software updates include security solutions to malware or hackers, as well as fixes to bugs and any other issues that have occurred since the software was released. Is it different to an upgrade? While they may sound similar, a software update and an upgrade provide two different functions. An update will install a current version of your software to your device, so basically updating your existing version of iOS or Windows. On the other side of the coin is an upgrade, which allows you to upgrade a program to its next major version. Generally, there will be a cost for a software upgrade. How do I get updates? If your device is connected to the internet and it detects an update is available, it will prompt you with a notification message. This will alert you to the fact that an update is available and advise you of the next steps to step, such as clicking on a button on the notification message which will start the process for you. In System Settings on Apple devices and Control Panel for Windows devices, there’s an option where you can turn on automatic updating. This can provide significant benefits, such as improved security and reliability. Ultimately, software updates exist for a reason. While they may take a little while to download and install on your device, they are worth it. So, the next time that grey box pops up on your screen saying there’s an update available, click on it. It’ll keep your tablet or laptop secure and up-to-date with your software’s latest features. Image credits: Getty Images

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Good news for Aussie passport holders: No more queues at Heathrow!

Australians who travel to British airports are now able to skip the long immigration queues due to UK authorities giving the all clear to go through the ePassport gates. The British High Commission announced that electronic passport gates are now available for Australians who carry electronically enabled passports. The self-serve terminals, which are similar to the ones that are used at Australian airports, significantly speed up the processing of arriving travellers due to the use of facial recognition. The facial recognition software matches the traveller with the image printed in their passport, which eliminates the need to come face-to-face with border officials. British Home Secretary Sajid Javid said that the change offers Aussie travellers a “smooth” arrival into the UK. “Our new global immigration and border system will improve security and fluidity for passengers coming to visit or work in the UK,” he said in a statement. “Expanding the use of ePassport gates is a key part of this and allows us to improve passenger experience arriving in the UK while keeping our border secure. “I’m delighted that Australian nationals will benefit from their use and have a smooth beginning to their visit to our country.” The change is also applicable to eligible New Zealand nationals. With Heathrow being the busiest airport in Europe and having 80 million passengers passing through it last year alone, anything that speeds up the arrival process is a good thing.

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No scrubbing necessary! Genius way to remove stains from stainless steel pots

Unfortunately, dirty pans and pots with impossible to remove stains are sentiments we know all too well in the kitchen. After a few uses or even after one bad mix up in the kitchen, our stainless steel appliances can become scorched and stained, and require a muscle workout to get them looking sparkling clean and brand new again. However, there is a solution that has become extremely popular on social media that has proven to work wonders – and the best part is the cleaning trick requires no elbow grease and zero scrubbing! To get a pot or pan back to its glorious original condition, all you need is a dishwashing tablet, a little time and boiling hot water. By placing a dishwashing tablet in your dirty pot with boiling hot water, the dirt, grime and hard-to-remove stains will lift and instead be replaced with a sparkling, unscratched surface. <img style="width: 0px; height: 0px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7826196/dirty.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/666454068f4e41649065b66095be0cab" /> Dishwashing tablets have proven to be a magic trick in the kitchen – and not just for the dishes. Not only are they reported to do wonders on your stainless steel kitchen appliances, cleaning whizzes say they're also able to transform a dirty oven door and also your clothes as a replacement for laundry detergent. Will you be using this simple trick in your kitchen anytime soon? Let us know in the comments below.

Home & Garden

Scam alert: Is this happening on your phone or tablet?

You may have noticed a variety of pop up advertisements appearing instead of an Over60 article recently, whenever you click on a link from the Over60 Facebook page. These often appear without an option to close the pop-up and can be very annoying, especially when you’re trying to read a story. Unfortunately, this could be due to malicious software you have picked up from other seemingly safe websites. The Over60 team has worked hard to find a solution to stop this from happening, as it is not something we have any control over, and the ads are not coming from the Over60 website. We have outlined the steps below to follow to help stop the ads popping up on your device. For Apple users (iPhone and iPad) 1. Go to the Settings app. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824644/iphone_step_1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/d9ccbe9da5724fd989a0abc9c7aafd54" /> 2. Scroll down and click on the Safari app. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824645/iphone_step_2.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/41ff514462e84150a05cc21185624f1e" /> 3. Scroll all the way to the bottom and click Advanced. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824646/iphone_step_3.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/a4e4b823b9bd47c098b9d97ee5228c6a" /> 4. Click Website Data. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824647/iphone_step_4.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/8f3326f4cda44fe693fc3226448406a1" /> 5. Scroll all the way to the bottom and click Remove All Website Data. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824648/iphone_step_5.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/92e177380a0c4f0eaf1a6a88d78e0f55" /> 6. Once nothing appears, you are done. <img style="max-width: 320px !important;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7824649/iphone_step_6.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/1d8b964d533c439494c0246e61f1eb37" /> Don’t worry about your saved passwords or website history being removed. That won’t happen. Removing website data doesn’t impact your saved passwords or website history. For Android users <ol> <li>Head to the Settings menu. This can be found by tapping the cog icon in your notifications.</li> <li>Find Apps (or Applications, depending on your device) in the menu and then find your internet browser, this is likely to be Chrome.</li> <li>Tap on Storage and the buttons for clearing the cache and app data will become available.</li> </ol> However, if you don’t want to go through each app and clear out the cache, there’s a simpler way to clear your cache settings for your entire phone. Go to Settings > Storage > Cached Data and then tap OK in the confirmation window to remove all cached data from your phone. Whilst Over60 continually take significant steps to ensure our website is kept safe for our community, we do encourage all of our users to periodically clear their cache to protect themselves from malicious software threats. Did this solution work for you? Let us know in the comments.

Technology

The big change just announced for Australian passport holders

Australian passports holders planning a trip to the UK can expect for their journey to become a lot less stressful. On Tuesday, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Phillip Hammond revealed that Aussie travellers will be given permission to use electronic passport gates at all UK airports. While making a UK Budget speech, he said: “We’ll open the use of e-passport gates at Heathrow and other airports, currently only available to EEA nationals to include visitors from the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia and Japan.” Previously, only EU citizens were given the privilege of using the electronic passport gates but in the lead-up to Brexit, the British government is changing its border policy for non-EU travellers. The electronic passport, also known as the ePassport, refers to an embedded electronic microprocessor chip used to authenticate the passport holder’s identity. Reportedly the privilege will be available to the five countries in the middle of 2019. Chief executive of Airlines UK, Tim Alderslade, says he “welcomes the move”. “As passenger numbers continue to rise, UK Border Force must be adequately resourced and adopt new approaches in order to prevent a repeat of last summer, where lengthy border queues were experienced at a number of UK airports,” he told <a href="https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/news/108205257/new-zealanders-granted-right-to-fasttrack-at-uk-airports">Stuff</a>. “This announcement is a welcome step in the right direction, enabling millions more travellers to be processed more quickly.” There are currently 250 e-passport gates at 22 air and rail ports across the UK. Are you planning a trip to the UK? Let us know in the comments below.

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Why you're tripling the risk of developing a deadly disease if you take these heartburn tablets

A new study has found that popular heartburn pills can triple the risk of potentially deadly infections. The research found that patients on proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) were more likely to fall ill with deadly bugs, including E. coli. Researchers believe the drugs could be allowing harmful organisms to spread by reducing levels of the stomach acid that normally kills them. The drugs, including brands like Zanprol, Prevacid and Prilosec, are prescribed to an estimated 55 million patients in England alone. <img style="width: 500px; height: 305.993690851735px;" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/7821146/1.jpg" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/11eb887af851492099913bbf604cd8e1" /> The tablets work by reducing the production of acid by blocking the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid. Microbiologists at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust studied 126 hospital patients sick with drug resistant bugs called ESBL-enterobacteriae. These bugs, such as E.coli, occur naturally in the bowel where they do no harm. However, if they escape to other parts of the body they can become life-threatening. The reports of ESBL-bugs are increasing and don’t respond to commonly-used antibiotics like penicillin. Patients in the study were asked if they had taken heartburn medicines in the past six months. The study, published in the Journal of Hospital Infection, found infected patients were three times more like to have taken PPIs than a group of healthy volunteers. In a report the scientists explained: “PPIs are widely overprescribed and heavily promoted by the pharmaceutical industry.” “This is the first time this risk factor has been identified in a UK hospital population, and the magnitude is greater than in previous community-based studies. “Reducing inappropriate use of PPIs may reduce transmission.” Several studies in recent years have linked over-use of PPIs with stomach cancer, stroke and even reduced sperm count in men. Despite PPIs only being prescribed for normally four weeks, it’s feared that millions stay on the tablets for years. Research shows 25 per cent of patients are still on them after a year and four per cent continue on the pills after five years. Less than half of those who remain on the tablets long-term are advised by doctors to try to come off them. Do you take heartburn tablets on a regular basis? Tell us in the comments below.

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How to protect your Facebook account from being hacked

<div class="replay"> <div class="reply_body body linkify"> <div class="reply_body"> <div class="body_text "> <a rel="noopener" href="https://newsroom.fb.com/news/2018/09/security-update/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> has announced that 50 million accounts have been compromised by hackers who “exploited a vulnerability in Facebook’s code”, allowing them to access personal details of its users. Now <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.news.com.au/technology/online/social/your-stolen-facebook-account-can-be-bought-for-just-390-on-the-dark-web/news-story/0ec028c40c5c348edcdd99a5480971af" target="_blank">news.com.au</a> reports that login details for Facebook accounts are being sold on the dark web for as little as $3.90. But there are ways you can act now to protect your Facebook account from being hacked. 1. Make sure you use a strong password Remembering passwords is a bane of modern life, and it’s tempting to repeat passwords or make them something we’ll easily recall like birthdays, pet names, family members or “1234”! It may seem an obvious solution, but it can’t be stressed enough how important it is to have a strong and unique password for your Facebook account. Make sure to use a combination of numbers, symbols and upper and lowercase symbols. 2. Use two-factor identification Two-factor identification simply means having a code as a second layer of protection for your account on top of your password. The code can be sent to you on a different device like your smartphone, which makes it harder for hackers to access your account even if they do find out your password. You can learn more about two-factor identification <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/notes/facebook-security/two-factor-authentication-for-facebook-now-easier-to-set-up/10155341377090766/" target="_blank">here</a>. 3. Set your devices to lock quickly It may seem inconvenient, but the faster your device locks, the less time someone has to physically access it. So if you don’t have your devices set to lock, it’s well worthwhile. And make sure, just like any passwords, that those for your devices are unique and hard to crack. That means no birthdays! 4. Reconsider what information you share Of course, social media is made for sharing our information but it could be a good time to reconsider what private information you’re willing to share on Facebook. So think twice before sharing personal tidbits about your life on your Facebook page. You can find more ways to secure your account at <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.facebook.com/help/325807937506242" target="_blank">Facebook</a>. What do you do to protect yourself online? Tell us in the comments below.<a class="likebtn"></a> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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Chemists handing out sick notes “like headache tablets”

The hardest part of chucking a sickie has always been producing a medical certificate on your return to work. But a new report suggests many Aussie workers have found a way around this, getting their sick notes from the pharmacist instead of the doctor, where medical certificates are being, “handed out like headache tablets”. Under the Fair Work Act 2009, ‘absence from work’ forms are widely available at national pharmacy chains, to the point where many outlets actively advertise the service. <a href="http://www.news.com.au/" target="_blank">News.com.au reports</a> that it’s gotten to the point where a Chemist Warehouse brand in Sydney’s CBD was advertising sick notes for just $20, saying, “Our pharmacist can issue absence from work certificates for personal and carer’s leave.” While this process is perfectly legal, Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the Australian Industry Group (AI Group) <a href="http://www.news.com.au/" target="_blank">told news.com.au</a> that employers who receive these forms are becoming increasingly sceptical of these claims. “Pharmacists are not doctors and the Fair Work Act makes no reference to them being appropriately qualified to issue medical certificates for the purposes of personal/carer’s leave entitlements,” Mr Willox said. “Many employers are likely to take the view that they are not satisfied with certificates obtained from pharmacists.” Guidelines from the Pharmacy Guild of Australia also state that pharmecists should be cautious about handing out these forms without a good reason. “For pharmacists the decision on whether or not to issue a certificate must not be taken lightly. “Pharmacists will need to carefully consider whether or not the illness or injury that is the subject of the certificate is within their recognised area of practice,” the guidelines state. What are your thoughts?

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Good news for Australian passport holders

If you think all passports are made equal, then you’d be sorely mistaken. Some passports are by their very nature more powerful than others, which can be good or bad news depending on where you’re from and where you’re going. The <a href="https://www.henleyglobal.com/henley-passport-index/" target="_blank">Henley Passport Index</a> ranks the world’s passports from strongest to weakest based on something called a “visa-free score”, which is the amount of countries a passport holder can travel too, without having a visa. Germany has long held the title of being the world’s most powerful passport with a visa-free score of 177, with Singapore and Switzerland not far behind on 176 each. And there was a spot of good news for Aussie passport holders in 2018. Our passport has officially climbed a spot, with our visa-free score rising from 170 to 171. This is thanks to Qatar waiving visa requirements for Australians, letting holders of an Australian passport spend up to 30 days in the country without a visa. And you’d want it to be as powerful as possible – the cost of a 10-year Australian adult passport went up at the start of this year from $277 to $282. Most powerful passports 1. Germany (177) 2. Singapore, Switzerland (176) 3. Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, Sweden, UK (175) 4. Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, US (174) 5. Ireland, Portugal, South Korea (173) Least powerful passports 1. Afghanistan (24) 2. Iraq (27) 3. Syria (28) 4. Pakistan (30) 5. Somalia (32)

Travel Tips

200 new deals for Seniors Card holders

More than 1.5 million New South Wales Seniors Card holders will have the opportunity to receive big discounts on phone plans, holidays and groceries. In the 2018 Seniors Card booklet, among the 200 new deals will be 10 per cent off Vodafone mobile broadband plans, along with other phone plans. Vodafone will also run digital workshops to older customers and hands-on training on how to use smartphones and download apps. NSW Minister for Ageing Tanya Davies told <a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/2018/01/22/21/50/the-best-new-deals-for-nsw-seniors-card-holders" target="_blank">9NEWS</a> the deals were significant for pensioners or those on fixed incomes. “I encourage (seniors) to get on board, look into the website or pick up a Seniors Card directory,” she said. Other great deals offered to New South Wales seniors include: Health Cancer Council – 10 per cent off storewide at Chatswood, Hornsby, Bondi, Brookvale, Rouse Hill, Kotara and Miranda. Eyecare Plus – Complimentary pair of single vision spectacles with the purchase of any full-priced pair. Home Rimfire Security Doors & Screens (Arndell Park) – 10 per cent off all security products. Holidays Hertz – 10 per cent off the best available rate of the day. Allianz Insurance – 10 per cent off comprehensive international policies. Cover My Trip Travel Insurance (Liverpool) – 10 per cent off. Ingenia Holidays – 10 per cent of standard booking rate. Kiama Bed and Breakfast – 50 per cent off stays after first night. Professional Services University of Newcastle – 10 per cent off short courses. A List of Auctioneers Estate Agents – 25 per cent off any Agents Commission sell quote. What is your favourite discount that you receive with your Seniors Card? Let us know in the comments below.

Money & Banking

8 amazing senior world record holders who will inspire you

There are world records for all sorts of things, but many of them are not just for doing something truly amazing. Some of them are given just for being the oldest person to do something. These interesting stories show that age shouldn’t be holding us back to do what we love. 1. Oldest person to climb Everest Yuichiro Miura hold’s the record, for reaching the summit of Everest at the ripe old age of 80. 2. Oldest person to give birth Maria del Carmen Bousada de Lara was 66 (actually almost 67) when she gave birth. Conceived via IVF with donor eggs, this record is even more interesting as she actually had twins. 3. Oldest person to have a number one album Dame Vera Lynn is the oldest living artist worldwide to have a number one album. At 92, she beat the Beatles and Dylan when she released her album We’ll Meet Again – The Very Best of Vera Lynn. 4. Oldest person to be adopted Mary Smith was 76 when she was adopted in the US by 92-year-old Muriel Banks Clayton (who just so happens to be the oldest adoptive parent). 5. Oldest bride Minnie Munro from Australia was the oldest woman to be married when she got hitched at age 102. Her beau was 83-year-old Dudley Reid. 6. Oldest yoga teacher Ida Herbert of Canada is still teaching a weekly yoga class, and at the age of 95 is officially the oldest yoga instructor in the world. 7. Oldest male twins Dale and Glen Moyer of the US both reached the age of 105, making them the oldest recorded male twins in the world. 8. Oldest person Jeanne Louise Calment was 122. She lived and died in southern France. Which record would you like to hold? We would love to hear your ideas in the comments.

Retirement Life

This supermarket is offering big discounts for senior's card holders

The NSW Government has secured a <a href="http://www.oversixty.com.au/finance/money-banking/2017/06/australias-most-expensive-supermarket-choice/" target="_blank">massive deal with Woolworths Group</a>, that will see NSW senior’s card holders eligible for a range of discounts at Woolies. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Ageing Tanya Davis announced NSW Seniors Card holders would be eligible for a range of discounts under the new scheme, including a 5 per cent discount on Woolworths WISH eGift cards, and savings on supermarket home deliveries, insurance and mobile phone products. "We know for people living on fixed incomes every dollar counts," Ms Berejiklian said. "As a government we are committed to driving down the cost of living, especially for seniors, who contribute so much to our communities." This deal could see eligible senior’s card owners save $200 a year on groceries. "We want to make it as easy as possible for seniors to access fresh food and other essential items that may be difficult to transport," Mrs Davies said. "This partnership could save seniors an average of $200 per person on their annual grocery bill, not to mention further discounts on home delivery, clothing and household items from Big W, and mobile phone and insurance products." For more information about go to <a href="http://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au%20" target="_blank">www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au</a> or call 13 77 88. Do you think this decision is a win?

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Best dishwasher tablets revealed – and they're under $10!

With so many dishwasher products on the market, it can be hard to know which product will leave your dishes with the cleanest results. CHOICE Australia has put that confusion to rest by compiling a list of the best dishwashing tablets. According to the report, the most effective dishwasher tablets on the market are Earth Choice All in 1 Dish Tablets. The product received an overall score of 79 per cent and costs $16.79. <img width="246" height="190" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/40893/1.jpg" alt="1 (204)"/> The study compared 32 different detergents along with plain water and observed how effectively they could remove egg yolk, rice starch, baked-on cheese, red wine and coffee from crockery. The Earth Choice detergent got a score of 91 per cent in egg yolk removal and 89 per cent for removing baked-on cheese. For consumers who want to get the best value for money, the detergents that came in at second, third and fourth are all sold for under $10. Coles Ultra With Active Oxygen Dishwasher Tables for $6, Coles Ultra Plus Dishwasher Power Pods for $7 and Aldi Logix Complete 10 in 1 Dishwashing Tablets for $4.90 were the next best products. The detergent which received the lowest score at 35 per cent was Northfork Dishwashing Powder, which was also the most expensive product retailing at $42.97. Which dishwasher tablets do you use? Tell us in the comments below. To find your home essentials <a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/?utm_source=over60&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_medium=in-article-link-o60shop&utm_content=over60-shop" target="_blank">head to the Over60 Shop for high-quality offerings</a>. <a href="https://shop.oversixty.com.au/collections/living?utm_source=Over60&utm_medium=in-article-banner-living&utm_campaign=Over60Shop&utm_content=over60-shop" target="_blank"><img src="http://media.oversixty.com.au/images/EditorialAddon/201706_Shopnow_EditorialAddon_468x60_Living.jpg" alt="Over60 Shop - Living Range"/></a>

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Here’s why you can’t take photos on your smartphone

Lisa Du is director of <a href="http://www.readytechgo.com.au/" target="_blank">ReadyTechGo</a>, a service that helps people gain the confidence and skills to embrace modern technology. Many people encounter an issue when they can't take any more photos on their smartphones or tablets. The reason for this is because the physical storage on your device is full. <img width="294" height="171" src="https://oversixtydev.blob.core.windows.net/media/34538/why-you-cannot-take-photos-on-your-smartphone-image-1.jpeg" alt="Why You Cannot Take Photos On Your Smartphone Image 1"/> You can quickly free up some physical storage by deleting things such as: <ul> <li>Music</li> <li>Photos</li> <li>Videos</li> <li>Unused apps (applications)</li> <li>Messages sent via text message </li> </ul> That's the quick solution. To check how much storage your applications are using up On Apple devices: <ol start="1"> <li>Tap Settings</li> <li>Tap General</li> <li>Tap Usage</li> </ol> On Android devices: <ol start="1"> <li>Tap Settings</li> <li>Tap Storage </li> </ol>

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