eldest

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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the king's eldest daughter, has died aged 47, the royal palace announced Friday, more than three years after she was hospitalised following a sudden illness.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

His second eldest daughter, Kinsey, ran errands and helped with operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

His eldest brother, singer-playwright Paavalar Varadharajan, performed at Communist Party events in the 1950s, when the party wielded significant influence in the region.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

And there may be more good news on the way for the president’s eldest son.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Otto Brahe died on 9 May 1571, just 58 years old, and left his main property at Knudstrup jointly to his two eldest sons, Tycho and Steen.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin