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# 22nd century

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Babies born in Ireland in 2019 can expect to live until 2101

Ireland is one of only 28 countries where 2019 babies will likely live until the 22nd century

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Jan 1st 2019, 7:10 AM

Open thread: What invention would you most like to see?

Be as creative as you like.

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Mar 12th 2014, 10:47 AM