WORLD RECORDS

Researchers just described one of the tiniest frogs known to science.

Can an octogenarian really just collapse from the wear and tear of life?

This Guinness World Record requires no skill—just an internet connection.

The impressive gemstone comes in at 2492 carats.

Every U.S. state’s strangest Guinness World Record, from gargantuan salad fodder in Alaska to Wyoming’s longest beard chain.

It took a team of people 10 days to arrange the dominos and 8 minutes to watch them fall.

From the most commonly used movie title to the most reused prop.

Scientists are closer to understanding how Greenland sharks can survive for hundreds of years.

Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah is not quite 2 years old, but he has already sold several works.

At 31 years old, Bobi was supposed to have been the world’s oldest dog. Now Guinness isn’t so sure.

The world's longest saxophone note is too risky to attempt. So is the world's longest kiss.

From the sound of it, Bella the cat is pleased with her record-breaking achievement.

The ancient art of sword swallowing may seem like some sort of elaborate trick—but it’s very, very real (and very, very dangerous).

The Carolina Reaper used to be the hottest pepper in the world—but it just got dethroned by its own offspring.

Want a real feeling for history? Go to Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan in Japan, a hotel that's played host to shoguns and emperors.

Many elements of Restaurante Botín in Madrid date back to when it opened in 1725, including the fire in the oven.

Pop a Tums and read about some of the most impressive competitive eating records ever broken.

The finding was confirmed when the property owner broke out in a rash.

On January 16, 1988, Tina Turner performed for approximately 188,000 fans at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil—and made history.

The most expensive ice cream in the world features gold leaf, rare white truffles, and cheese.

Under 5 feet tall as an adult, Adam Rainer had the growth spurt to end all growth spurts.

in the 1940s, mighty tot Wallace could do chin-ups and climb ladders, all thanks to a "secret formula" added to his milk.

Some of the world’s largest dogs have tipped the scales in excess of 300 pounds and stood taller than some NBA players.

Deep Dive Dubai plunges 197 feet beneath ground level and holds 14 million liters of water.