All articles tagged with #age controversy
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
Rep. Seth Moulton announced a primary challenge against Senator Edward Markey, criticizing his decision to seek another term at age 80, highlighting ongoing generational tensions within the Democratic Party.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
President Biden appeared disoriented and dazed while welcoming Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to the White House, drawing criticism and mockery from some observers. The incident has reignited concerns about Biden's age and fitness for office, with critics pointing to his apparent confusion during the ceremony. Despite the controversy, both leaders emphasized the strong ties between the US and Japan and their commitment to bolstering military and diplomatic relations amid rising concerns about China.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Guinness has revoked the title of world's oldest dog from Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo from Portugal, after a month-long investigation failed to provide conclusive evidence of his claimed age of 31. Bobi's age was called into question by veterinarians, and Guinness ultimately concluded that they did not have enough evidence to support his record. The investigation highlighted the need for more stringent evidence requirements for pet records, and while a new record holder has not been named, Guinness hopes the publicity will encourage pet owners worldwide to come forward.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Guinness World Records has suspended the title of the world's oldest dog, held by Bobi, due to doubts about his reported age of 31 years and 165 days at the time of his death. The decision came after receiving correspondence from vets questioning the dog's age and noting public commentary from professionals. Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro from Portugal, was declared the oldest dog ever, surpassing the previous record held by an Australian cattle dog. The suspension is temporary while the review is ongoing, and Bobi's owner attributes his longevity to a tranquil country lifestyle and varied diet.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TooFab
The jury in the neglect case against Michael Barnett, the adoptive father of Natalia Grace, who was accused of abandoning her, called their verdict a "huge miscarriage of justice" after learning that many facts, including Natalia's age, were not allowed in the case. Barnett was cleared of all charges, but legal experts say he "dodged a bullet" and "got lucky" due to the limited information presented in court. The controversy surrounding Natalia's age, which was legally changed from six to 22, was not allowed to be part of the case. A new chapter of the story, "Natalia Speaks," is set to air later this summer.