The Daily — 10 Interesting Facts About Social Security

View Online MENU CLOSE Welcome, Steven! Valued Member Since: 2016 Download Our App Rewards for Good Staying Sharp Find Local Events Member Benefits AARP Home Friday, August 18, 2017 YOUR UPDATE Get Your Member Benefits on the Go! Check Out the Free AARP Now App for the News, Events, Deals and Benefits That Matter   1 It's been just over 82 years since FDR signed the bill authorizing Social Security benefits for millions of Americans. In honor of the anniversary, we've put together a list of 10 fascinating Social Security facts you may not know. 2 Love being outside? These 10 cities offer excellent opportunities for outdoor fun, with activities ranging from hiking and skiing to paddleboarding, picnicking and much more! 3 Unusual breath and body odors can do more than make someone self-conscious. They may signal serious health issues. Learn which scents could potentially spell trouble. 4 Forty years ago, on Aug. 16, 1977, Elvis Presley died at Graceland, his beloved home in Memphis, Tenn.. Explore the highlights of his life, both professional and personal. 5 President Trump has signed an emergency spending bill to continue funding a program that gives eligible veterans the option to receive care from private doctors rather than a VA medical facility. 6 Another week, another edition of What to Watch This Weekend. See which current movies are worth your time and money. 7 Now president of HBO Documentary Films, Sheila Nevins shares how the experience of watching her mother suffer from a rare disorder pushed her to become a filmmaker and tell the stories of people in need. 8 This October, Atlantic City hosts the Ms. Senior America pageant, which promotes a positive image of aging by showing that beauty has no expiration date. 9 When you reach for the cookie jar, what's your favorite kind to find inside? Join the discussion in the Online Community! Advertisement Advertisement Download Our App   AARP.org Contact Us AARP ©1995-2017. All rights reserved. | 601 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20049 | Privacy Policy