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Sicily's Caltabellotta Joins The Elite 5 Blue Zones: Longevity Lessons From The Region
A new demographic study identifies Caltabellotta in Sicily's Sicani Mountains as an "emerging Blue Zone" where non-agenarians are nearly three times the Italian average.
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Japan's Centenarian Population Nears 100,000, 88% Are Women
The number of people aged 100 or older in Japan has hit a record high of nearly 100,000, with almost 90 percent of them women, ministry data showed on Friday.
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"Terribly Difficult": 80 Years On, UK World War II Veteran Remembers War End
Eighty years on, the spritely 100-year-old - who now teaches yoga and saw in her big birthday with a celebratory flight in a Spitfire fighter plane.
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84 Years Married, Over 100 Grandkids: Brazil's Epic Love Story
A Brazilian couple, Manoel and Maria Dino, have set a new Guinness World Record for the longest marriage, celebrating 84 years together.
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104-Year-Old US Woman Had A Bucket-List Wish: To Spend Birthday In Jail
At the Livingston County Jail, the centenarian, a resident of the Avon Nursing Home in Geneseo, was taken on a private tour of the facility, where she observed the complex surveillance system and booking chambers.
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124-Year-Old Chinese Woman Shares Longevity Secrets: "Lard Rice, Walks After Meal"
On January 1, Qiu celebrated her 124th birthday, making her one of the oldest centenarians in Nanchong City.
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Centenarians Increased By 30% In Italy While Birth Rate Continues To Decline
The number of people aged over 100 in Italy has increased by 30% over the past 10 years, while birth rates have continued to decline.
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Over 900 Voters Above The Age Of 100 In 1st Phase Of Jharkhand Polls 2024
More than 900 centenarians, including 533 women, are eligible to exercise their franchise in 43 assembly constituencies going to polls in the first phase of Jharkhand elections on November 13, an official said.
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World's Oldest Person Dies At 117 In Spain: "She Never Went To Hospital"
The world's oldest person, Spain's Maria Branyas Morera, who was born in the United States and lived through two world wars, died Tuesday at the age of 117, her family said.
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Want To Live Past 100? Follow These Four Expert-Recommended Habits
The global number of centenarians has tripled from 151,000 in 2000 to 573,000 in 2021, emphasizing the growing trend of increased life expectancy.
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How Some Go On To Live Past 90? Study Claims They Have Differences In Blood
The researchers studied 44,000 people in Sweden between the age of 64 and 99, who underwent health assessment.
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A 106-Year-Old Tattoo Artist Is Vogue's Oldest-Ever Cover Star
Vogue Philippines has unveiled the cover star for their April 2023 issue: 106-year-old traditional tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od. Also known as Maria Oggay, the Filipina centenarian will be the oldest person to grace the coveted cover of Vogue.
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Kate Middleton Reveals Her Favourite Food During Chat With 109-Year-Old Fan
While chatting with her centenarian fan, the Princess discovered that they share the same choices regarding food. Read on to know more.
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US Restaurant Celebrates Loyal Customer's 104th Birthday, Internet Is All Hearts
A US restaurant honoured its loyal patron on his 104th birthday. Take a look at the adorable celebration which won hearts online!
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100-Year-Old To Contest Nepal Election Against Former PM Prachand
Tika Dutta Pokharel, a centenarian freedom fighter, will be the oldest candidate in Nepal's parliamentary election to be held on November 20, contesting against former prime minister Pushpakamal Dahal "Prachanda" and aims to turn the Himalayan nation
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Sicily's Caltabellotta Joins The Elite 5 Blue Zones: Longevity Lessons From The Region
A new demographic study identifies Caltabellotta in Sicily's Sicani Mountains as an "emerging Blue Zone" where non-agenarians are nearly three times the Italian average.
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Japan's Centenarian Population Nears 100,000, 88% Are Women
The number of people aged 100 or older in Japan has hit a record high of nearly 100,000, with almost 90 percent of them women, ministry data showed on Friday.
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"Terribly Difficult": 80 Years On, UK World War II Veteran Remembers War End
Eighty years on, the spritely 100-year-old - who now teaches yoga and saw in her big birthday with a celebratory flight in a Spitfire fighter plane.
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84 Years Married, Over 100 Grandkids: Brazil's Epic Love Story
A Brazilian couple, Manoel and Maria Dino, have set a new Guinness World Record for the longest marriage, celebrating 84 years together.
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104-Year-Old US Woman Had A Bucket-List Wish: To Spend Birthday In Jail
At the Livingston County Jail, the centenarian, a resident of the Avon Nursing Home in Geneseo, was taken on a private tour of the facility, where she observed the complex surveillance system and booking chambers.
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124-Year-Old Chinese Woman Shares Longevity Secrets: "Lard Rice, Walks After Meal"
On January 1, Qiu celebrated her 124th birthday, making her one of the oldest centenarians in Nanchong City.
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Centenarians Increased By 30% In Italy While Birth Rate Continues To Decline
The number of people aged over 100 in Italy has increased by 30% over the past 10 years, while birth rates have continued to decline.
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Over 900 Voters Above The Age Of 100 In 1st Phase Of Jharkhand Polls 2024
More than 900 centenarians, including 533 women, are eligible to exercise their franchise in 43 assembly constituencies going to polls in the first phase of Jharkhand elections on November 13, an official said.
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World's Oldest Person Dies At 117 In Spain: "She Never Went To Hospital"
The world's oldest person, Spain's Maria Branyas Morera, who was born in the United States and lived through two world wars, died Tuesday at the age of 117, her family said.
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Want To Live Past 100? Follow These Four Expert-Recommended Habits
The global number of centenarians has tripled from 151,000 in 2000 to 573,000 in 2021, emphasizing the growing trend of increased life expectancy.
-
How Some Go On To Live Past 90? Study Claims They Have Differences In Blood
The researchers studied 44,000 people in Sweden between the age of 64 and 99, who underwent health assessment.
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A 106-Year-Old Tattoo Artist Is Vogue's Oldest-Ever Cover Star
Vogue Philippines has unveiled the cover star for their April 2023 issue: 106-year-old traditional tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od. Also known as Maria Oggay, the Filipina centenarian will be the oldest person to grace the coveted cover of Vogue.
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Kate Middleton Reveals Her Favourite Food During Chat With 109-Year-Old Fan
While chatting with her centenarian fan, the Princess discovered that they share the same choices regarding food. Read on to know more.
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US Restaurant Celebrates Loyal Customer's 104th Birthday, Internet Is All Hearts
A US restaurant honoured its loyal patron on his 104th birthday. Take a look at the adorable celebration which won hearts online!
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100-Year-Old To Contest Nepal Election Against Former PM Prachand
Tika Dutta Pokharel, a centenarian freedom fighter, will be the oldest candidate in Nepal's parliamentary election to be held on November 20, contesting against former prime minister Pushpakamal Dahal "Prachanda" and aims to turn the Himalayan nation
