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Who wants to live forever?
Longevity enthusiasts believe immortality is a worthwhile goal. But refugees from the past could create problems for future generations
Ageing and the secrets of our genes
A rare condition has caused this man’s body to age at super speed. Why?
Apple a day keeps Grim Squeaker away*
There have been many success stories in efforts to extend the human lifespan in the past 200 years
Speak more than one language? This is what it does to your brain.
Speaking more than one language could lead to better tests scores and even being a more empathetic person.
Crowe Magnon misses the point
Actor Russell Crowe is grossly mistaken when he thinks that there are enough roles for older women if only they'd not want to play 21-year-olds.
Forever young no longer just a dream
American researchers think it will help to get rid of senescent cells, that were previously thought of as inert instead of trouble-causers.
Fancy some more T, vicar?
Testosterone may well help with male aging issues – if you don't mind the moobs.
DNA that sets your body clock
Scientists are finding that various parts of the human body wind down at different rates, writes Ian Sample.
What it feels like to be old
An innovative suit gives medical students an idea of what the elderly experience in their daily lives, writes Kate Connolly.
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