The brain goes through five distinct stages between birth and death, a new study shows. Scientists identified the average ages—9, 32, 66 and 83—when the pattern of connections inside our brains shift.

Western civilization arose in the 8th century B.C. Greece. Some 1,500 city-states emerged from a murky, illiterate 400-year-old Dark Age. That chaos followed the utter collapse of the palatial culture ...

Western civilization arose in the 8th century B.C. Greece. Some 1,500 city-states emerged from a murky, illiterate 400-year-old Dark Age. That chaos followed the utter collapse of the palatial culture ...

Half of Americans under 35 have a retirement account, with participation rising to a high of 62% at ages 45–54. Among those with retirement accounts, typical balances start small, grow with age, and ...

Federal Reserve data show earnings peak in the mid to late 40s and early 50s, then level off as retirement nears. Sara is an experienced writer, editor, and project manager who specializes in personal ...