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A Tip of the Hat, But Why? 17-Foot-Tall Hat Breaks World Record
“Hats off to this towering feat,” no one in the country said or even thought.
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“Hats off to this towering feat,” no one in the country said or even thought.
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The City Museum added to its list of world records, and having the longest-ever shoelace will surely make it a bigger tourist attraction than the Louvre in Paris or the Met Museum in New York.
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Who knows why a holiday crowd in D.C. tried to form the largest ever human ice cream cone, but their hopes melted away into a puddle of futility when the record couldn’t be confirmed.
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A 20-year-old man recently had a date with destiny when he faced off with an infamous shape-shifter by the name of Mr. Potato Head. He won by a nose—a plastic nose.
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The Wizard of Schnoz? One man set a new Guinness World Record by typing out the alphabet with his nose! Today’s workplace requires levels of productivity and efficiency that we could’ve never imagined three days ago. What new challenges lie in store for the modern worker?
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Is there such a thing as too many Kyles? Unless you’re a Bosnian man named Ivan or a lover of Kyle puns, the answer is probably, “Who cares?”
Curiosities
A school in Western Australia holds the new world record for… letting students and faculty shoot off confetti guns together, which we grudgingly admit is actually pretty cool.
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The Guinness Book of Records has crowned a new champion of extremely long hair, unseating the previous record-holder by just over 8 inches. But not everyone is on board with the win.
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A Welshman proves that not every world record or tattoo story has to be cool. But at what point does uncool cross a line?
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Bone-a-Fide Faker: The Guinness Book of World Records has stripped Bobi the dog of his title of World’s Oldest Dog after an investigation found that the dog’s true age was unverifiable. Can Guinness be trusted after this embarrassment, and to what lengths will they go to protect their reputation?
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An urgent memorandum came across the Viral News Desk and it was finally time to address the elephant in the room: the extremely on-trend practice of jamming dozens of matchsticks into your nostrils. If You Nose, You Nose.
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Wain the Wombat is 34 years old, which is more than twice the average lifespan of 15. After being officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, Wain’s life was forever changed.
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Every year on International Pancake Day competitors race to set a new pancake-centric record. With simultaneous events occurring in Liberal, Kansas and Olney, England it’s truly an international pancake baking event.
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It’s time to nod in celebration as we welcome National Bobblehead Day! Explore the wobbly world of these quirky collectibles and discover fascinating facts about their history, from vintage treasures to the latest custom creations.
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Norway has broken the world record for the largest cross-country skiing training session with 640 participants. This accomplishment celebrates a new era for Norwegian skiing and also introduces the innovative “Janteburn” concept, emphasizing inclusivity and breaking boundaries.
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Ghana’s Afua Asantewaa shattered expectations (and vocal cords) with a five-day singing marathon over the Christmas period, claiming a potential Guinness World Record and igniting female empowerment through music.
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Already a record holder of an impressive number of facial hair records, Joel Strasser added to his festive-themed record attempts by weaving 187 candy canes in his beard. Other things in his beard have included pipe cleaners, baubles, forks, and chopsticks.
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In the warmth of a clear blue sky, Ski in Jeans Day at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort set a world record uniting ski fans in a celebration of denim. The event encouraged individuality and nostalgia for a fun celebration of winter and the love for the slopes.
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A six-year-old breaks record as the first female to solve the Rubik’s Cube in under six seconds at the International Open in Singapore. Starting at age three, Cao Qixian practiced two to three hours daily to become a winner in this growing and competitive sport.
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A community found itself caught between the sparkle of holiday lights and the fury of frustrated neighbors. The Gay family’s Christmas display raises questions as the town seeks a balance that upholds the festive spirit without disrupting neighborhood peace.
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Norwegian ‘Viking Guy’, sets a new world record with his death-defying dive, captivating over 150 million viewers on Instagram. Despite criticism, he champions the extreme sport, underlining the significance of strength and readiness.
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Born amid the Great Depression, the world’s oldest living male triplets, Larry, Lon, and Gene Brown, celebrated their 93rd birthday. Their journey from a Kansas farm to earning a Guinness World Record encapsulates a legacy of siblings’ resilience and shared adventures.
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In the heart of Pennsylvania resides a remarkable story of resilience and unwavering individuality. Lori and George Schappell, the world’s oldest living conjoined twins, continue to defy expectations and challenge perceptions with their extraordinary journey.
Curiosities
Michel Lotito, known as Monsieur Mangetout, had a unique ability to consume indigestible objects. His diet included bicycles, shopping carts, televisions, and even a Cessna 150 airplane, leaving behind an unusual legacy when he passed away in 2007
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After breaking numerous stacking Guinness World Records, grade 10 student Auldin Maxwell’s story has now been adapted for a Hallmark movie, “A World Record Christmas” which premiered on the W Network this month. Maxwell has been stacking blocks since the age of six.
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Charlotte Lee has the largest collection of rubber ducks in the world. How many, you ask? A whopping 5,631 and counting! She has been an avid duck collector for over a quarter of a century, and has amassed quite the collection.
Animals
A British cat has set the Guinness World Record for purring louder than your partner’s snoring. Bella, from Cambridgeshire in England managed a whopping 54.59 decibels with her purr
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Welcome to the highly anticipated Fat Bear Week 2023, where these chunky creatures competed online for the title of the fattest bear. With over 1.3 million votes, the victor was 128 Grazer, a female bear who triumphed over 32 Chunk.
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Steve Keuny sets a Guinness World Record, riding 38 miles in a 1,293lb pumpkin, proving it’s a cost-effective alternative to Uber. No snakes were harmed in the record breaking attempt.