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James Mason hadn't raced competitively in over a decade when he decided to run a marathon in a Swedish zinc mine, becoming a Guinness World Record holder. He not only completed the grueling 26.2 miles in total darkness and stifling heat, he crossed the finish line first.
A Golden Sebright chicken from Portland, Maine just became the world's oldest living chicken at 15 years and 100 days old. Gertie has outlived dozens of flock mates and still loves chatting with her human friends.
A tiny bantam chicken in Maine just earned a Guinness World Record by living to almost 16 years old when most chickens barely make it past five. Her secret? Jazz music, homemade care, and probably some amazing genes.
Charles Smith was 91 years and 209 days old when he held his granddaughter Isla for the first time, earning him a Guinness World Record. His secret to staying young? Adventure, friendship, and plenty of tea.
Eight hundred volunteers in Tancítaro, Mexico just mashed their way into the Guinness World Records with a 7.2-ton serving of guacamole. The avocado capital of the world turned their town's pride into the planet's biggest batch of everyone's favorite dip.
The University of Calgary celebrated its 60th birthday by gathering 682 people in dinosaur costumes, smashing the previous world record by more than 200. The prehistoric party brought the whole community together for a roaring good time.
Over 600 people dressed as dinosaurs roared into the Guinness World Records at the University of Calgary's 60th birthday celebration. The joyful gathering crushed the previous record of 468 and reminded everyone that sometimes the world just needs a little more silliness.
More than a thousand Houstonians lined up soccer balls at Hermann Park to break a world record and celebrate the upcoming World Cup. Kids took home the record-breaking balls while the rest will help underserved youth players.
A Michigan brewery co-founder just smashed the Guinness World Record for most high-fives in one minute, slapping hands with 335 people at lightning speed. The celebration got even sweeter when his brewery was named the top beer garden in America.
Ali Musa just shattered the world record for double-under jump rope skips, whipping the rope around 188 times in a single minute. His victory in Kashgar, China proves that dedication and precision can turn a simple childhood activity into an extraordinary feat.
Arkansas runner Meredith Smith broke a Guinness World Record by completing a half marathon while wearing 55 T-shirts, each layer representing her incredible weight loss journey. She finished in under 3 hours and 30 minutes, turning her transformation story into a powerful celebration of how far she's come.
Philadelphia International Airport just hosted the world's longest line of cheesesteaks, stretching 1,291 sandwiches long. The year-long effort brought together local businesses and community volunteers to celebrate the city's most famous food.
A Tennessee teacher who dedicated 61 years to the same high school just earned a Guinness World Record and a surprise trip on national TV. Glenda Akin's story is inspiring former students to follow in her footsteps.
Meredith Smith ran a half marathon wearing 55 T-shirts to break a world record and celebrate losing over 80 pounds since she started running in 2013. The Fort Smith resident turned a childhood fear of running into an inspiring fitness journey that earned her a Guinness World Records title.
This year's London Marathon will feature 76 runners attempting 73 Guinness World Records in costumes ranging from drag queens to human body parts. Each record attempt carries a personal story of loss, survival, or advocacy paired with charitable fundraising.
A house painter turned his backyard experiment into the world's largest ball of paint, welcoming 3,500 visitors last year to add their own layer. Each guest leaves with a free world record certificate and their name on the wall.
A pig who communicates his feelings by pressing buttons with his snout just earned a Guinness World Record. Merlin can express when he's mad, happy, or wants a treat, captivating millions online. #
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A California pig named Merlin just earned a Guinness World Record for having 1.1 million Instagram followers, thanks to his remarkable ability to communicate using sound buttons. His owner hopes his viral fame will help people see just how intelligent pigs really are.
A goldfish named Blub just became a Guinness World Record holder by driving a motion-sensing car on live television. The achievement proves even the smallest swimmers can steer toward big dreams.
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A goldfish named Blub just earned a Guinness World Record by swimming his way through a motion-sensing car for over 40 feet in one minute. Dutch engineer Thomas de Wolf built the vehicle to prove what's possible with assistive technology.
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