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A Polish mountaineer just earned a Guinness World Record for climbing two of the world's highest peaks in under two days without oxygen or assistance. Piotr Jerzy Krzyżowski's achievement represents a bold return to self-reliant climbing in an age of high-tech expeditions.
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Stunning photographs from the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics showcase athletes from around the world pursuing excellence on ice and snow. The games bring together competitors from diverse nations in a celebration of human achievement and Olympic spirit.
Human athletic performance continues to improve generation after generation, unlike racehorses whose speeds plateaued decades ago. The secret? We compete against history itself, armed with better technology and an ever-expanding belief in what's possible.
Some Winter Olympic records stand so far above the rest that modern athletes may never reach them. From podium sweeps to multi-sport golds, these six feats push the limits of human achievement.
Five adventurers just ran a full marathon starting from 6,893 meters up a volcano with less than half the oxygen available at sea level. They've claimed the world record for the highest marathon ever run, shattering the previous mark by over 1,500 meters.
New research reveals that record-breaking athletic performances aren't just about superior talent. Changes in technology, equipment, and even body types explain most of the improvements we've seen over decades.
Stephen Wiltshire can look at a city skyline once and recreate it in stunning detail from memory alone. Diagnosed with autism at age 3, he turned his remarkable visual memory into a celebrated career capturing the world's most famous cityscapes.
Top AI models score just 25% on a groundbreaking new test designed by thousands of experts, showing these systems still have a long way to go. The difficulty proves human expertise remains irreplaceable in complex thinking.
Alex Honnold climbed Taiwan's 101-story Taipei 101 skyscraper with no ropes in 91 minutes, and brain scans reveal why fear doesn't slow him down. His amygdala barely reacts to terrifying situations that would paralyze most people.
Artificial intelligence is accelerating research, but scientists remain irreplaceable in the discovery process. Here's why human creativity and collaboration still drive every breakthrough.
Legendary free climber Alex Honnold scaled Taiwan's 1,667-foot Taipei 101 skyscraper without any safety equipment, finishing in just 91 minutes. The Netflix-streamed feat showcased human potential at its most breathtaking.
Professional climber Alex Honnold conquered Taiwan's Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or safety gear, fulfilling a decade-long dream. The father of two completed the grueling 90-minute climb in front of cheering crowds while Netflix broadcast the historic feat live.
American rock climber Alex Honnold conquered Taiwan's iconic Taipei 101 skyscraper in 90 minutes using only his bare hands and small metal footholds. The father of two completed the 508-meter climb without any safety equipment, inspiring millions watching the live broadcast.
Alex Honnold made history by free solo climbing Taiwan's iconic Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes or safety equipment, broadcast live to millions. The 508-meter ascent showcased human courage and athleticism at its most breathtaking.
Rock climbing legend Alex Honnold scaled Taiwan's iconic 508-meter Taipei 101 skyscraper without any ropes or safety equipment, completing the daring ascent in 90 minutes. The American climber became the first person to climb the landmark building completely free solo.
Fox News correspondent Mike Tobin successfully climbed Mount Everest and documented his journey in a new documentary that explores what drives people to tackle the world's tallest peak. His team experienced some of the best weather conditions climbers have seen in 20 years. #
NASA's first Moon crew in 50 years will carry over 2,300 treasures to space, including fabric from the Wright Brothers' historic 1903 flight. The mission launches as early as February, connecting America's first flight to humanity's next giant leap.