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The IndependentNews report · Sep 9, 12:51 PM
Costa Rican man, 119, reveals longevity secrets as he seeks recognition as world’s oldest person
Jose Flores is pushing to be recognised as the oldest person in the world
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Costa Rican man, 119, seeks recognition as world's oldest person
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The Straits TimesNews report · Sep 9, 12:07 PM
Costa Rican man, 119, seeks recognition as world's oldest person
SARDINAL, Costa Rica, Sept 9 - In a modest wooden home in Sardinal, about a 20-minute drive from Costa Rica's Pacific coast, Jose Flores spends his days napping, eating meals prepared by hi...
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