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The world's most beloved naturalist just reached a century of life, with seven decades spent bringing the wonders of our planet into living rooms worldwide. David Attenborough's 100th birthday celebrates not just a remarkable life, but the millions he's inspired to protect Earth's precious wildlife.
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The legendary wildlife broadcaster celebrated his 100th birthday this week, still actively making documentaries after more than 70 years behind the camera. From meeting mountain gorillas to warning the world about plastic pollution, his voice has defined how billions of people see the natural world.
The legendary naturalist who changed how billions see our planet celebrates his 100th birthday on May 8, 2026, and he's still working. His latest ocean documentary proves that seven decades behind the camera hasn't slowed him down.
The beloved naturalist who brought wildlife into millions of homes reaches a remarkable century milestone. BBC Earth honors his legacy with 100 iconic wildlife moments spanning decades of groundbreaking documentaries.
Children of people who live to 100 have healthier diets than typical seniors, a new study finds. The research offers practical clues about eating habits that may support longer, healthier lives.
People who've lived to 100 say they feel 68 years old on average, down from 79 a decade ago. Their secrets to longevity include staying active, laughing often, and embracing technology.
Lester Wright raced 100 meters in 26 seconds at age 100, setting a world record that showed thousands how refusing to quit can carry you through a century. His daughter says he lived by one rule: never stop.
Violet Ramadimetsa just turned 110 years old, crediting her longevity to simple living and staying active. Her daughter is now calling on the community to help provide hearing aids and mobility support so her remarkable mother can maintain her cherished independence.
Cranford's youngest residents will dress up as centenarians this Friday to celebrate 100 years of early childhood education advocacy. The playful event caps a week of activities honoring the National Association for the Education of Young Children's centennial milestone.
A century after her birth, when women rarely held university positions, Professor Margaret Clark celebrates her 100th birthday as a pioneering force in educational psychology. Her legacy includes groundbreaking research, generations of empowered students, and a family tradition spanning three generations at the University of Strathclyde.
Australia's oldest living Olympian just turned 100, seven decades after his boss first denied him the chance to compete. Gordon Ingate's sailing career spans from the 1940s to his 90s, proving persistence pays off in the most spectacular ways.
A World War II veteran who served in Germany at 18 and still bakes the sweet bread his grandmother taught him is turning 100 this weekend. His Decatur neighborhood is throwing him a drive-by party to honor a century of service and community spirit.
Ed Nakamura survived Japanese internment camps and served in the U.S. military, and at 100 years old, he's making sure his generation's story isn't forgotten. On the Day of Remembrance, he's sharing his experience to educate future generations. ---
A groundbreaking 20-year study of Chinese centenarians reveals the surprising diet pattern that helped people reach 100. The answer isn't about cutting foods out—it's about making sure you're getting enough of the right nutrients.
Scientists are studying people over 107 years old in Brazil to understand what helps humans live extraordinarily long, healthy lives. The research could reveal genetic keys to extreme longevity that benefit everyone.
A chocolate-loving nun who lived to 116, a 107-year-old supermarket worker, and a woman who won her first swim competition at 100 are unlocking secrets to extreme longevity. Brazilian researchers studying 160 centenarians found genetics, not perfect diets or healthcare access, may hold the key to living past 110.