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Retirement

Before you write that retirement book, live it

Writing a retirement book sounds purposeful but, the writer asks, is it a worthy use of one’s later years, or merely a flattering way to stay busy?
Writing a retirement book sounds purposeful but, the writer asks, is it a worthy use of one’s later years, or merely a flattering way to stay busy?

Why it’s important to know how to spend time meaningfully after retirement

Money is important for retirees but knowing how to spend time meaningfully is equally so too.
Money is important for retirees but knowing how to spend time meaningfully is equally so too.

World Cup winner Llorente retires from Spain duty at 31

Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Atletico Madrid v FC Barcelona - Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - April 14, 2026 Atletico Madrid's Marcos Llorente reacts REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes
Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Atletico Madrid v FC Barcelona - Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain - April 14, 2026 Atletico Madrid's Marcos Llorente reacts REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes

Why we need ‘human reserved’ jobs

The remarkable leaps AI is making may mean that even jobs we do not think of as at risk may also be in danger.
The remarkable leaps AI is making may mean that even jobs we do not think of as at risk may also be in danger.

Leandro Paredes says suspension, Lionel Messi retirement make Argentina future uncertain

Argentina’s Leandro Paredes clashing with Spain’s Gavi after the 2026 World Cup final on July 19.
Argentina’s Leandro Paredes clashing with Spain’s Gavi after the 2026 World Cup final on July 19.

Germany defender Rudiger announces international retirement

(FILES) Germany's defender #02 Antonio Ruediger controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Germany and Paraguay at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 29, 2026. Germany defender Antonio Rudiger on September 1, 2026 announced his international retirement, two months after last playing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old made 86 appearances for the four-time world champions. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)
(FILES) Germany's defender #02 Antonio Ruediger controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Germany and Paraguay at the Boston Stadium in Foxborough on June 29, 2026. Germany defender Antonio Rudiger on September 1, 2026 announced his international retirement, two months after last playing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old made 86 appearances for the four-time world champions. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

As Singaporeans live longer, can their retirement savings and investments keep pace?

Retirement experts use remaining life expectancy at 65 as a baseline to determine how long an individual’s savings must last.
Retirement experts use remaining life expectancy at 65 as a baseline to determine how long an individual’s savings must last.

'All the joy he gave us': Argentines thank Messi as he announces international retirement

A commuter walks past a mural of Argentine soccer legend Lionel Messi, on the day he announced his retirement from the national team, at the Villa del Parque train station, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, August 31, 2026. REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian
A commuter walks past a mural of Argentine soccer legend Lionel Messi, on the day he announced his retirement from the national team, at the Villa del Parque train station, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, August 31, 2026. REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian

No fairy-tale ending, but Lionel Messi leaves defining legacy for Argentina

Lionel Messi is retiring from international football at 39, two decades after first appearing on the sport’s biggest stage.
Lionel Messi is retiring from international football at 39, two decades after first appearing on the sport’s biggest stage.

Nishikori, 36, fails in bid to reach his final Grand Slam before retiring

Kei Nishikori of Japan hits the ball during a practice session at the US Open.
Kei Nishikori of Japan hits the ball during a practice session at the US Open.

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