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May, 10 2012
The 'Avengers' star is a great case study for anyone launching a new venture or attempting a midlife comeback.

May, 9 2012
A mother's midlife metamorphosis inspires her daughter.

April, 30 2012
In her new memoir, 'Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake,' Quindlen tells why she thinks life improves when you hit 50.

April, 24 2012
Two sisters move from Texas to the tropics and reinvent themselves as irreverent bloggers.

April, 16 2012
A new film about British expats in India inspires a contest awarding $150,000 to social entrepreneurs over 50.

April, 9 2012
Chicago's celebrity restaurant owner talks about life at center stage and shares his personal top 10 list.

February, 17 2012
Pew survey shows more midlifers feel better about their prospects as the job market improves and home prices hit most affordable level in decades.

February, 1 2012
Review: New 'Chimes of Freedom' CD is an edgy tribute to an artist who changed a generation's musical tastes and world view.

January, 11 2012
Here's a rundown on SecondAct.com awards honoring 2011 standouts in eight categories.

December, 7 2011
A former TV newsman creates The Nextnik, a web series about midlife reinvention.

November, 29 2011
Lynne Cox used the skills she learned as a champion marathon swimmer to persevere in the next chapter of her life, as an author.

September, 19 2011
Rock icon's New York exhibition of paintings is Dylan's latest foray beyond the world of music.

September, 12 2011
John Locke shares the secret to his entrepreneurial success as he closes a landmark publishing deal.

July, 27 2011
With `Your Life Calling," her new NBC segment, the 60-year-old news icon is finally in charge of her own destiny.