Human Interest

Saudi Arabia’s Oldest Man, Claimed to Be 142, Dies in Riyadh, Leaving Behind 134 Descendants from Multiple Marriages


Al Wadaei, believed to be Saudi Arabia’s oldest man, passed away in Riyadh on January 11, 2026, at the reported age of 142. While widely revered for his long life and legacy, his exact age was never formally verified.

International

Japan Tops 95,000 Centenarians Amid Growing Demographic Crisis


Japan has surpassed 95,000 centenarians, nearly 90% of whom are women, highlighting a rapidly aging society. As the population shrinks and the elderly proportion grows, Japan faces mounting pressure on its workforce and social systems.