Feel Good Friday

“Researchers analyzing blood markers have recently discovered that volunteering appears to slow the aging process in seniors — a felicitous finding that adds to voluminous evidence that performing community service tends to improve things like mood and heart health, particularly for those of retirement age.” Here’s a proven way to slow aging. Any volunteers?

+ Judge Revives Wind Farm That Trump Halted Off Martha’s Vineyard.

+ “He loves cartoons and is tucked in bed by 6:15 p.m. But with a cue in his tiny hand, this toddler can perform feats many adults can only dream of. Jude Owens, a 3-year-old from Manchester in northern England, holds two Guinness World Records for mastering trick shots, maneuvers on a billiards table that require significant skill.” WaPo (Gift Article): Right on cue: Toddler is recognized for his mastery of trick shots.

+ NYT (Gift Article): 24 Simple Secrets to a Healthier Life.

+ Some blind fans to experience Super Bowl with tactile device that tracks ball.

+ Woman discovers her childhood pen pal is the doctor who delivered her 2 kids.

+ “Everyone has their favorite oddity: ASMR, jazzy pop song covers, cooking channels, or what have you. But DIY enthusiasts in particular are missing out if they’re not watching Drain Cleaning Australia, featuring an Australian plumber known only as Bruce as he goes about his daily business of shooting high-powered water jets into stubborn clogged drainage systems.” Australian plumber is a YouTube sensation.