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At 90, legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle danced through a full arena show in Dubai, proving she still had the fire that fueled eight decades of music. When she passed away in Mumbai at 92, she left behind a world record and a life that started with a nine-year-old girl singing to feed her family.
A four-year-old potbelly pig named Merlin just became the world's most followed pig on Instagram with over 1.1 million followers. The talking pig also brought his owner love, a new career, and a Guinness World Record.
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.
Gout Gout just became the first Australian to legally break the 20-second barrier in the 200m, clocking an incredible 19.67 seconds. The 18-year-old didn't just beat his own national record—he demolished Usain Bolt's time at the same age.
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Jane Asher just shattered five world swimming records at age 95, proving it's never too late to make waves. The London grandmother credits the water for keeping her young and her friends for keeping her going.
Yemaneberhan Crippa made history by winning the Paris Marathon for Italy with a personal best time, while Ethiopia's Shure Demise shattered the women's course record by over a minute. Two incredible athletes showed the world what dedication and perseverance can achieve on the streets of Paris.
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 New Zealand soccer team just pulled off one of the fastest goals in professional history, scoring 22 seconds after kickoff. Auckland FC's lightning start helped them win a crucial match and strengthen their position at the top of their league.
Australian sprinter Gout Gout just clocked 200m in 19.67 seconds, beating Usain Bolt's time at the same age. The 18-year-old broke Australia's national record and posted the world's fastest time this year.
Australian sprinter Gout Gout just ran the 200 meters in 19.67 seconds, shattering his own national record and becoming the first Australian teenager to legally break the 20-second barrier. The 18-year-old's breathtaking performance in Sydney has the athletics world buzzing about what's possible when young talent meets relentless determination.
David "The Bullet" Smith holds world records for being shot farther and higher out of a cannon than anyone in history. Now he's hoping his own teenagers will carry on the death-defying family tradition that spans three generations.
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.
Olympic medalist Mona McSharry just shattered her own Irish record in the 200m breaststroke, clocking 2:22.22 and landing herself as the third fastest woman in the world. The 25-year-old Tennessee-based athlete beat her previous best by nearly three tenths of a second at the Irish Open Championships.
A 23-year-old Paralympic sprinter from Ecuador just became her country's first Laureus Award nominee after shattering a world record that stood for over a decade. Kiara Rodriguez won three gold medals at the World Championships and is now competing for one of sports' most prestigious honors.
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A fossil that held the world record for the earliest known octopus just lost its title after new research revealed it's actually a nautilus relative. Scientists used cutting-edge imaging to solve a mystery that stumped researchers for over two decades.
A 21-year-old Brazilian cricket player just shattered international records with an extraordinary nine-wicket performance that's making headlines across the sports world. Laura Cardoso's historic achievement shows how emerging cricket nations are making their mark on the global stage.
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.
Australian Paralympic champion Benny Hance just set two world records at the Australian Open Championships, proving that dedication and joy can fuel extraordinary achievement. The 25-year-old swimmer opened and closed the meet with record-breaking performances that left crowds cheering.
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.
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