Vroomba, the world’s fastest vacuum, reaches speed of over 55 km/h
The record-breaking Vroomba is not only speedy, but also functional and is equipped with sucking power.
Trending
May 22
Swiss athlete attempts world record in Calgary for longest ice bath
Switzerland's Andre Belibi submerged in ice at Calgary's Stampede Park, during his attempt to break a Guinness World Record for the longest time spent in an ice bath.
Sports
May 24
More than 3,000 ‘dinosaurs’ in Drumheller fail to break world record
Travel Drumheller says more than 3,000 showed up but they failed to break the Guinness World Record for most people dressed as dinosaurs.
Consumer
May 13
A bunch of people dressed up as the sun in Niagara Falls and broke a Guinness record
If you're wondering whether there is a Guinness World Record for "largest gathering of people dressed as the sun", the answer is, yes, and it now belongs to Niagara Falls, Ont.
Canada
Apr 9
Ontario man now holds world record as oldest kidney transplant recipient
Walter Tauro says he didn't even know what Guinness World Records were before he was recognized by the popular corporation as the world’s oldest kidney transplant recipient.
Canada
Mar 31
Berry, berry big: Massive Australian blueberry shatters world record
Now that's it's officially the world's biggest blueberry, the growers aren't too sure what to do with it. Put it in a smoothie? Keep it? Cast it in resin?
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Mar 15
U.S. man eats 34,000 Big Macs in his lifetime, extending world record
Guinness World Records said Donald Gorske ate 728 Big Macs from McDonald's in the year 2023 alone.
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Mar 1
World’s oldest man, 114, dies shortly before birthday
Juan Vicente Pérez started working in 1914 at the ripe old age of five years old on his family's coffee and sugar cane farm.
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Apr 4
Drumheller hoping to break record for ‘largest gathering of people dressed as dinosaurs’
The town of Drumheller is hoping to set a record for the ultimate prehistoric challenge on Saturday.
Features
Apr 27
Bobi loses ‘world’s oldest dog’ title after Guinness World Records review
A new statement from Guinness World Records officials said the organization 'no longer has the evidence it needs to support Bobi’s claim as the record holder.'
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Feb 22
World’s oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George, die at 62
Conjoined twins George and Lori strived for independence and individuality, with different careers, interests and even different bedrooms.
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Apr 12
S&P/TSX composite up slightly, U.S. markets dip despite earlier gains
Canada's main stock index managed a slight gain Thursday as sectors like industrials, tech and financials rose, while U.S. markets slipped into small losses despite earlier gains.
Canada
May 16
DUI downgrade: Why the Ford government allows judges to lower impaired driving charges
Some allegedly impaired drivers in Ontario have been allowed to avoid a criminal record if they accept Highway Traffic Act charges. How many? The province isn't counting.
Politics
May 21
‘Open for discussion’: Ford government reviewing DUI downgrade policy
At an alcohol-related news conference, on Friday, Premier Doug Ford offered his view on impaired driving charges.
"There's zero tolerance for drinking and driving,"
Crime
May 24
Canada’s DJ BBad provides soundtrack at top breaking competitions: ‘The whole thing’s about energy’
Andel James started the transition to providing the music in 2010. He was looking to complement the dancer's performance.
Features
May 24
S&P/TSX composite ekes out gain Tuesday, U.S. stock markets climb higher
Canada's main stock index eked out a gain Tuesday, while U.S. markets also rose.
Economy
May 21
New Music Friday: 9 releases that might make this weekend better (24 May 2024)
Twenty One Pilots take centre stage with this week's New Music Friday along with new releases from Lenny Kravitz, Moby, and more.
Entertainment
May 24
Not peachy: Why a B.C. orchard that grows massive fruit is now relying on veggies
“There is absolutely no way you can farm in the Okanagan, and be small scale, and sell 100 per cent local, without bringing in additional income,” said farmer Jennifer Deol.
Canada
Mar 12
‘Intimidating and harassing’: Saskatchewan Speaker alleges threats, harassment from MLA Jeremy Harrison
Randy Weekes did not offer an explanation for cutting his membership card, but tensions have been growing over the last few months.
Canada
May 16
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing armed teachers, angering protesters
If the bill is signed into law, it would be the biggest expansion of gun access in the state since last year's deadly shooting at a private elementary school in Nashville.
U.S. News
Apr 23