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August 20, 2026 · The Independent

World’s oldest person turns 117 after year of ‘many firsts’
World’s oldest person turns 117 after year of ‘many firsts’
World’s oldest person on her secret to a long life as she turns 117
Ethel Caterham has lived through the Titanic disaster, both world wars, the fall of the Berlin Wall and six monarchs
New Pringles dill pickle vodka sparks heated debate as fans compare it to popular shot
New Pringles dill pickle vodka sparks heated debate as fans compare it to popular shot
Neutrogena issues statement to address Hayden Panettiere backlash
Neutrogena issues statement to address Hayden Panettiere backlash
Brentford agree five-year deal for Hollywoodbets to continue as official club betting partner
The deal comes after Premier League clubs voluntarily voted to ban betting companies from being front-of-shirt sponsors