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Man Probably Sets Record As The Oldest New Police Officer In California’s History

Man Probably Sets Record As The Oldest New Police Officer In California's History

78-Year-Old Becomes California’s Oldest Police Rookie John Myers has reportedly made history as the oldest police rookie in California at the age of 78, according to local reports. Myers, who has a long background in education, including ten years at UC Law San Francisco, chose to enroll in the Police Academy at KCRA 3. He […]

Oldest marathon runner, Fauja Singh, passes away at 114

Oldest marathon runner, Fauja Singh, passes away at 114

Fauja Singh, a runner with British and Indian heritage, who was thought to be the oldest marathon runner in the world, passed away after being struck by a car in India on Monday. He was 114 years old. Known as the “turban torpedo,” Singh reportedly sustained critical head injuries from a hit-and-run incident while crossing […]

Rising crime and high rent to close Cole’s French Dip, the oldest restaurant in LA

Rising crime and high rent to close Cole's French Dip, the oldest restaurant in LA

Los Angeles’ oldest restaurant is closing its doors. Cole’s French Dip, a staple in downtown Los Angeles for 117 years, announced plans to shut down due to issues like vandalism, high rent, and what they described as “general crimes,” among other difficulties. The closure is scheduled for August 3. Established in 1908, Cole’s holds the […]

The oldest July 4th parade in America is back in Bristol for its 240th celebration.

The oldest July 4th parade in America is back in Bristol for its 240th celebration.

The charming coastal town of Bristol, Rhode Island, famous for hosting the country’s oldest Independence Day parade, is gearing up to celebrate its 240th anniversary this year. The town kicked off its festivities way back in 1785. As noted on their parade website, the first documented patriotic service was led by Rev. Henry Wight, a […]

Oldest French shipwreck found, containing 16th century Italian pottery

Oldest French shipwreck found, containing 16th century Italian pottery

Deepest Shipwreck in French Waters Discovered Recently, French authorities revealed a remarkable shipwreck found in their waters, believed to date back 500 years, along with impressively preserved cargo. This revelation came via a Facebook announcement on June 11 from the French Underwater and Submarine Archaeological Research (DRASSM). According to officials, the French Navy stumbled upon […]

UK’s oldest polar bear, Victoria, euthanized due to health issues

The UK’s oldest polar bear, known for being the first to successfully raise cubs in 25 years, has been euthanized due to health problems related to her age. Victoria, at 28 years old, had been living at the Highland Wildlife Park in the Scottish Highlands since 2015. The veterinary team made the difficult choice to […]