2008 — Usain Bolt sets the world record in the 100 meters with a time of 9.72 seconds at the Reebok Grand Prix in New York.

Lael Wilcox is a name that any ultra-distance athlete will recognize, and with a growing list of inspiring accomplishments, she should probably be a household name by now. With her latest adventure ...

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The city loves a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records, and we’ve dug out some of the strangest achievements so you can use them as a fun fact, or in your next pub quiz. On Thursday June 6 2024, ...

Katie Ledecky produced a scintillating swim to break yet another world record on Saturday, this time in the women's 800m freestyle, lowering the mark she set almost a decade ago at the 2016 Rio ...

Once again, Katie Ledecky reigns supreme in the 800-meter freestyle. The 28-year-old swimmer broke her own world record in the event Saturday, capping off an excellent week at the Tyr Pro Swim ...

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — A 15-year-old Nigerian has set a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest art canvas to raise awareness for autism. Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, who is autistic ...

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the oldest—verified—tree in existence is a bristlecone pine, nicknamed Methusela. As of 2025, Methusela was deemed 4,856 years old. 49.

It’s been a wonderful experience this year.” Hart said, for the time being, he’s not focused on any other potential world record attempts or other noise. “I would say I’m living life 1 ...