New 'Blue Zones': Cities Where People Live to 100 Revealed in Global Study

• A new study by World Depopulation identifies cities where residents have the best chance of living to 100, moving beyond traditional 'Blue Zones' concepts.
• Bergen, Norway, ranks first with an 88.87 longevity index score, attributed to high life expectancy, low smoking rates, excellent healthcare, and clean air.
• Canberra, Australia, surprisingly takes second place, boasting a high life expectancy, top-tier healthcare, low smoking, and strong food safety standards.
• France dominates the top 20 with eight cities, including Nantes (3rd) and Grenoble (4th), due to its food quality, low obesity, and strong healthcare.
• American cities, including San Jose (37th), performed poorly, highlighting systemic issues like high obesity rates and a challenging healthcare system compared to European and Australian counterparts.