World's oldest person celebrates turning 117 in Lightwater
Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest person, turns 117 in Lightwater, UK
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A British woman, Ethel Caterham, celebrated her 117th birthday in Lightwater. The event marked her as the world's oldest person and the first Briton to reach that age.
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Ethel Caterham, a British woman, has reached the age of 117, making her the world's oldest person. She is the first Briton to achieve this milestone, according to Guinness World Records.
The next milestone for Caterham will be her 118th birthday, assuming she remains in good health.
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Oldest person on Earth, a British woman, turns 11711Alive.com · 77d ago
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World's oldest person Ethel Caterham becomes first-ever Brit to reach age 117Guinness World Records · 77d ago
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World's oldest person celebrates 117th birthdayRTE.ie · 78d ago
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Who is the world's oldest person?
Ethel Caterham, a British woman, is the world's oldest person.
Where does Ethel Caterham live?
Ethel Caterham lives in Lightwater, UK.
What is the significance of Ethel Caterham's age?
Ethel Caterham is the first Briton to reach the age of 117.
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