Chepngetich smashes women's marathon world record in Chicago
Kenyan athlete Ruth Chepngetich demolishes the women's marathon world record at the Chicago Marathon, clocking an incredible 2:12:25 and taking 43 seconds off the previous benchmark.
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Arsenal Break Chelsea's Premier League Goal Record
Gunners rewrite history books with unprecedented goal-scoring feat, breaking Chelsea's long-standing Premier League record in spectacular fashion at the Emirates.
Felix Baumgartner's partner dies in paragliding tragedy
Austrian extreme sports star Felix Baumgartner's partner, 53-year-old Daniela Pock, has died following a devastating paragliding crash in the Austrian Alps, leaving the adventure community in shock.
Skydiver dies in Tennessee plane crash tragedy
A routine skydiving expedition turned to tragedy when a small aircraft crashed in Tennessee, claiming the life of one skydiver who had just leapt from the doomed plane. Emergency services rushed to the devastating scene.
Kane breaks Bundesliga record in Bayern's Frankfurt win
England captain Harry Kane continues his incredible scoring form, breaking yet another Bundesliga record as Bayern Munich secure a commanding 3-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in their title defence.
Skydiver, 52, dies in parachute failure horror
A seasoned skydiver with over 200 jumps met a tragic end during a routine dive in Queensland, Australia, when his parachute failed to deploy properly. The 52-year-old's fatal plunge is under investigation by authorities.
Brit survives 11,000ft fall after parachutes fail
A British thrill-seeker miraculously survives plummeting 11,000 feet when both parachutes fail during Nevada desert skydive, walking away with minor injuries in what experts call 'the survival story of the decade'.
Skydivers' miracle escape as plane crashes after jump
Thirteen skydivers experienced a miraculous escape when their aircraft crashed just moments after they leaped to safety in a terrifying incident over rural Sweden.
Cal Raleigh breaks Mickey Mantle's switch-hitter HR record
Seattle Mariners' catcher Cal Raleigh makes baseball history at T-Mobile Park, breaking Mickey Mantle's long-standing single-season home run record for a switch-hitter in a stunning display of power.
Duplantis breaks pole vault world record with 6.25m leap
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis continues to redefine pole vaulting excellence, breaking his own world record with a monumental 6.25m clearance in Budapest. The Swedish phenomenon's latest feat marks his 14th world record, cementing his status as the greatest va
Newlywed Skydiver Killed in Horror Parachute Accident
A newlywed skydiving instructor has been killed in a horrific parachuting accident in Australia, just hours after celebrating his wedding. The experienced jumper, named locally as Nick, was on his 800th dive when the tragedy occurred.
Torrie Lewis smashes Australian 100m record
Australian teenage sprinting prodigy Torrie Lewis has obliterated the women's 100m national record, clocking a phenomenal 11.10 seconds. The 19-year-old's historic run at the ACT Championships signals her arrival as a major force in global athletics.
100-Year-Old Brit Still Skydives and Drives Sports Car
Defying all expectations of ageing, a sprightly 100-year-old man from the UK continues to enjoy an adrenaline-fuelled life, regularly skydiving and driving his sports car. Discover his incredible secrets to longevity and vitality.
Mystery as expert skydiver Sandro Bigozzi falls to his death
Italian authorities are investigating the tragic death of veteran skydiver Sandro Bigozzi, who fell from a plane during a routine jump in Sardinia. The 57-year-old, known as 'Big,' was an expert with thousands of jumps to his name.
Pro Skydiver Dies in 1500m Plunge Despite Open Parachutes
EXCLUSIVE: Investigators are baffled after professional skydiver James Horne, 40, with thousands of jumps to his name, died in a horrific 1,500m fall over Nottinghamshire. Both his main and reserve parachutes were deployed but failed to save him, leaving
Croatia bakes 3km strudel for world record
A Croatian town has smashed the world record by creating a colossal 3km-long apple strudel, a sweet triumph that brought the community together in a spectacular baking feat.
Thor Smashes Eddie Hall's Deadlift World Record
Hafþór 'The Mountain' Björnsson has shattered Eddie Hall's deadlift world record, marking a historic moment in strongman rivalry and setting a new benchmark in strength sports.
90-Year-Old Becomes Oldest Person to Summit Mount Fuji
Kokichi Akuzawa, a 90-year-old Japanese mountaineer, has shattered records by becoming the oldest person to summit Mount Fuji, Japan's highest peak. His awe-inspiring feat is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring human spirit.
Father dies in horrific skydiving parachute malfunction
A family man's dream skydive turned into an unimaginable nightmare in Australia when his parachute failed to open, leading to a fatal 14,000ft plunge. The investigation into the shocking incident is now underway.
Mum, 33, Killed in Llanddewi Skydiving Tragedy
A community is in mourning after a 33-year-old mother, Sarmad Tariq, died in a tragic skydiving accident in Llanddewi. The experienced skydiver is remembered as a devoted and loving parent.
NSW Skydiving Tragedy: Court Hears Fatal Collision Details
A coronial inquest into the deaths of experienced skydivers Stephen Hoare and Alex Welling has heard how a catastrophic mid-air collision over NSW led to a double tragedy, raising urgent questions about safety protocols in the sport.
Youngest Solo Traveller To 100 Countries Detained By Security
Lexie Alford, a 21-year-old American travel influencer, achieved a record-breaking feat by visiting 100 countries solo but faced a terrifying ordeal with airport security who doubted her story. Discover her incredible journey and the shocking interrogatio
Skydiving accident survivor gets life-changing home makeover
A man left paralysed from the waist down in a skydiving accident has received a breathtaking home transformation on George Clarke's Beautiful Builds, finally gaining independent access to his kitchen and a new lease on life.
90-year-old breaks record as oldest Mount Fuji climber
Kokichi Akuzawa becomes the oldest person to summit Japan's iconic Mount Fuji, breaking the previous record and proving age is just a number.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Smash Podcast World Record
Pop icon Taylor Swift's appearance on the New Heights podcast with Travis Kelce has shattered the global record for the most-watched podcast episode in 24 hours, marking a seismic crossover of music and sports fandoms.
Kevin Mott Obituary: Renton's Music Legend Remembered
Tributes pour in for Kevin Mott, the beloved Renton record shop owner whose eclectic taste and encyclopedic knowledge made him a cult figure in the UK music scene.
Skydiver's Final Words Before Fatal Plunge Revealed
An inquest hears the tragic last moments of skydiver Jade Damarell, 25, who fell to her death after a mid-air collision during a routine jump in Lincolnshire.
Skydiving Inquest Hears Final Words Before Fatal Plunge
A coroner's inquest details the final moments of Jade Damarell, 21, who fell to her death during a skydive in March 2024 after her parachute failed to deploy correctly. The investigation continues.
Skydiver's Death Ruled 'Gross Negligence' After Harness Fail
A coroner has ruled that a series of instructor errors led to the death of Belinda Taylor, 44, who fell from 3,500ft during a skydive in Peterlee. The inquest heard how a 'catastrophic failure' to properly secure her harness was the direct cause of the fa
Ukrainian sniper sets new world record with 4,000m kill shot
A Ukrainian sniper has reportedly broken the world record for the longest confirmed kill shot, striking a target from an astonishing 4,000 metres away—200 metres further than the previous record.
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