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UK's Oldest Theme Park: 180 Years of Family Fun

Discover Blackgang Chine, the UK's oldest theme park on the Isle of Wight. Open since 1843, it offers thrilling rides, stunning coastal views and multi-generational fun. Plan your visit!

UK's oldest theme park still open after 180 years

Discover Blackgang Chine, the UK's oldest theme park, open for 180 years. Explore its thrilling rides, historic exhibits, and family attractions on the Isle of Wight. Plan your visit today!

Scotland's oldest bakery for sale after 172 years

Forsyth's of Edinburgh, Scotland's longest-running bakery established in 1852, is now for sale as the sixth-generation family owners announce their departure, marking a poignant moment in Scottish culinary history.

World's oldest Olympian dies aged 101

Hungarian shooting champion Károly Takács, the world's oldest Olympian, dies at 101. The double gold medalist's remarkable career spanned wars and personal tragedy to achieve Olympic glory.

UK's Oldest Indian Restaurant Faces Closure

The Veeraswamy, London's legendary Indian dining establishment opened in 1926, could permanently shut down following a devastating legal dispute with its landlord. Discover how this iconic piece of British culinary history is fighting for survival.

112-year-old man reveals secret to long life

John Alfred Tinniswood, Britain's oldest man at 112, shares his surprisingly straightforward approach to long life - no special diets or exercise routines required.

World's Oldest Person's Gut Health Secret Revealed

Maria Branyas Morera, the world's oldest living person at 117, attributes her incredible longevity to exceptional gut health, according to groundbreaking research that could revolutionise how we understand ageing.

NYC agrees $28.7m settlement with George Floyd protesters

New York City agrees to a multi-million dollar settlement with hundreds of protesters over alleged police brutality and wrongful arrests during the 2020 George Floyd demonstrations, marking a significant moment for police accountability.

King Charles meets world's oldest person, 117

His Majesty The King shared a warm and remarkable audience with María Branyas Morera, the world's oldest living person, at her care home in Spain. The 117-year-old met the monarch during his state visit, sharing a moment of genuine connection.

Chilean Mummies Predate Egypt's by 1,000 Years

Groundbreaking archaeological research reveals the Chinchorro people of Chile created the world's first mummies using sophisticated smoke-drying techniques a millennium before ancient Egyptians.

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