Ageing

They play CS:GO, Street Fighter 6 too: More seniors interested in e-sports

OCBC and Lions Befrienders launched a programme to provide 2,400 e-sports coaching sessions for seniors on June 27.

As life expectancy rises, talks start on a UN treaty to protect older people

A UN expert says ageism is pervasive globally, and that deeply embedded stereotypes about age are informing laws and policies.

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Ticking time bomb? Europe’s ageing population brings challenges

An ageing population poses challenges for society and the EU economy, and while migration could help, it is not the fix Europe might hope for.

EU population to peak in 2029 before long-term decline

Today there are 450.6 million people, but researchers say this will peak at 453.3 million in 2029 before a slow long-term decline.

Playing leading men in Old & Dangerous is ‘rare opportunity’, say senior actors like Chen Shucheng

Singaporean actors (clockwise from top left) Wang Yuqing, Zhu Houren, Richard Low, Chen Shucheng and Li Wenhai at a screening session for Old & Dangerous on July 13.

Community care apartments to have lower eligible age of 55, service fees reduced by up to 75%

Community care apartments come with senior-friendly fittings, such as wheelchair-accessible bathrooms and other health and community services.

Senator Lindsey Graham’s death highlights US Congress’ age issue

(From left) Senators John Cornyn, Lindsey Graham and Chuck Grassley chatting as the Senate Judiciary Committee meets to advance federal court nominees on Capitol Hill, Washington, in 2025.

Experts back regular spot checks as smaller nursing homes struggle with rising costs and standards

Smaller nursing homes should focus on active living to help mobile residents maintain their independence and delay cognitive decline.

A frozen shoulder can strike for no reason. Here’s how to fix it

People aged 40 to 60 are at higher risk of developing a frozen shoulder. Doctors do not know why.

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