WORLD'S OLDEST PERSON: Dies at Age 116

The world's oldest-known living person has died at the age of 116, officials said yesterday. Gertrude Weaver, who was living at a senior care facility, only got the title last week -- and held it for a mere six days before passing away.

According to the Gerontology Research Group, Weaver was born on July 4th, 1898. According to the group. there are only a trio of people alive who were born before 1900.

Weaver attributed her longevity to treating people kindly and was enjoying her moment in the spotlight before she passed. Kathy Langley, the administrator of the Silver Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center in Camden, Arkansas, said, "She certainly enjoyed it. We are devastated by her loss."

With Weaver's passing, Jeralean Talley, who lives in the Detroit suburb of Inkster, becomes the new title holder. She was born on May 23rd, 1899, so she'll turn 116 next month. She attributes her longevity to faith, saying, "It's the Lord. Everything is in his hands." (Reuters)