The Age

New research reported by ScienceDaily suggests glucosamine, a widely used joint supplement taken by millions for arthritis and cartilage health, may be associated with faster progression of Alzheimer's disease. The finding is drawing attention because the supplement has long been viewed as safe and is commonly self-prescribed, raising questions about its effects on the ageing brain.

Older Australians are working longer and postponing retirement, with commentators describing the country's retirement system as unfit for a population that is both living and working longer. Rising living costs and inadequate savings are said to be forcing many to stay in the workforce beyond the traditional retirement age, prompting calls for reform of superannuation and retirement income policy.

New research suggests donor hearts may take on the biological age of their recipients after transplantation, rather than retaining the age of the original donor. Reported by Scientific American, the finding could reshape how doctors think about organ aging, rejection risk and long-term outcomes for transplant patients.

New reporting suggests that among older adults who use cannabis, roughly one in nine may meet the criteria for cannabis use disorder. The finding highlights growing concern as cannabis use rises among seniors, driven in part by legalization and its use for pain, sleep and other conditions. Commenters note that many older users are unaware of dependence risks and that clinicians may overlook problem use in this age group.

The America Times is examining how climate change is increasingly framed as a human rights issue, with rising temperatures, extreme weather and displacement affecting basic rights to housing, food, water and safety. The discussion reflects a growing push by advocates and institutions to treat climate impacts not just as environmental problems but as threats to fundamental human rights worldwide.

A new Norwegian science study reports that young people aged 9 to 18 are increasingly turning to AI chatbots instead of Google for information and everyday questions. Researchers say the shift is happening quickly and its consequences for how children learn, judge sources and develop search skills are not yet understood, prompting calls for closer attention from educators and parents.

A Dutch survey finds that 8 in 10 people aged 16 to 34 believe their smartphone use harms their everyday life. The finding has drawn attention for showing how sharply younger users themselves judge the impact of constant phone use on sleep, focus and social time, fuelling ongoing debate about screen habits and digital wellbeing.

Al Jazeera reports that the booming longevity industry — anti-ageing treatments, supplements and clinics promising longer, healthier lives — is outpacing the scientific evidence behind many of its claims. The piece suggests consumers are spending on interventions whose long-term benefits and risks remain largely unproven, raising concerns about hype, regulation and safety as the market grows.

A new study shows how loss of parts of the Y chromosome, a common age-related change in men's cells, can promote cancer growth. Researchers report the missing pieces help tumours evade immune defences, offering a possible explanation for why some cancers in men are more aggressive and opening paths to new treatments.

Researchers report that artificial intelligence can distinguish aged stem cells from young ones, potentially by analysing imaging data, according to an announcement carried by EurekAlert. The finding could improve understanding of how ageing affects stem cell function and support research into regenerative medicine and age-related disease.

NVIDIA is calling for AI agent safety to be enforced at the silicon level rather than relying on the agents themselves to behave. The company argues that hardware-based safeguards offer a more reliable foundation as AI agents are increasingly given the ability to act autonomously. The proposal is drawing attention in security circles, where vendor-level enforcement is seen as a significant stance in debates over how to control agentic AI systems.

Dancing is being discussed as a possible way to lower dementia risk. Research into lifestyle factors that protect brain health has repeatedly highlighted physical activity, and dance adds social interaction and cognitive coordination. Health outlets are asking whether regular dancing could help keep the ageing brain sharp.

Ontario residents in priority groups can begin receiving Covid and flu vaccinations starting September 28. Eligible groups include hospitalized patients, hospital staff, people aged 65 and older, and residents and staff of long-term care homes, retirement homes and similar settings. The early rollout targets those at highest risk ahead of the broader respiratory illness season.

Many baby boomers are choosing to stay in their current homes rather than downsize or move to retirement communities, and they are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars renovating them for aging in place. The trend covers accessibility upgrades, remodeling and long-term comfort projects, with housing analysts watching its impact on the real estate market and retirement planning.

Los Angeles International Airport is at the center of a push to modernize air traffic control in the United States, combining new technology with overhauled hiring and training programs for controllers. The effort comes as US aviation authorities face scrutiny over staffing shortages and aging equipment, making LAX a test case for how the system could be upgraded nationwide.

Reports highlight the growing functional nutrition sector in Asia, driven by demand from both young consumers seeking health-boosting products and older populations needing age-specific dietary support. Manufacturers are reformulating foods and beverages with added vitamins, probiotics and other functional ingredients to serve a market shaped by demographic change across the region.

An international NGOs conference is taking place with climate risks, violence against women and social rights on its agenda. The gathering brings together civil society organisations to discuss pressing global challenges, from the impact of climate change to protecting women from violence and defending social rights. The Council of Europe's conference of international non-governmental organisations is hosting the discussions.

British professional wrestler Benjamin Satterley, best known by the ring name 'Pac', has died at the age of 40, according to BBC News. Satterley gained an international following during a career that spanned major wrestling promotions. Fans and fellow wrestlers have been responding to the news, with many paying tribute to his in-ring ability and influence on the sport.

New reporting indicates that dupilumab's benefits for quality of life in children vary depending on the child's age. The finding, highlighted by Medscape, suggests younger and older children may respond differently to the biologic drug, which is used for conditions such as atopic dermatitis and asthma. Clinicians may need to weigh age when considering treatment expectations.

A Crain's Detroit Business opinion piece argues that artificial intelligence and other technologies can extend the lifespans of aging water infrastructure. The author suggests that smarter monitoring and predictive tools could help utilities manage pipes and treatment systems more efficiently, reducing the need for costly replacements.

Michigan is facing mounting pressure to address its aging underground infrastructure, including water mains, sewers and other buried systems that have deteriorated over decades. Crain's Detroit Business reports on the state's struggle to fund and prioritize repairs, a concern sharpened by high-profile failures elsewhere and the growing cost of deferring maintenance on critical underground networks.

US Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued guidance addressing when an immigrant is considered 'under 21 years of age', a question with major consequences for immigration status and aging-out rules. The clarification matters to young immigrants who risk losing eligibility for certain protections or benefits once they turn 21. Immigration observers say the age determination has long been a source of confusion for applicants.

So Kuramoto, the Japanese screenwriter best known for the acclaimed television drama 'Kita no Kuni kara' ('From the Northern Country'), has died at the age of 91. Kuramoto was one of Japan's most respected television writers, and his work is credited with shaping generations of Japanese family drama. Tributes and remembrances of his career are circulating following the announcement.

New Jersey education outlet NJ Spotlight News has published a Q&A examining whether older students and adults who previously dropped out of college could help reverse declining higher-education enrollment. The piece explores how re-engaging these groups might offset shortfalls as fewer traditional-age students enter colleges and universities, a challenge facing institutions across the United States.

Brendan Farrington, who covered Florida politics for the Associated Press for decades, has died at the age of 60. Farrington was a familiar byline on the state's political coverage, reporting on governors, legislatures and elections in one of the country's most closely watched political battlegrounds. Colleagues and Florida political figures are paying tribute to his long career.

Microsoft is ending support for Internet Explorer mode in its Edge browser, retiring the feature that let businesses run legacy websites built for the old Internet Explorer engine. The move pushes organisations to migrate outdated internal sites to modern web standards. Coverage so far, including from Mashable, notes the change will mainly affect enterprises that still depend on aging web applications.