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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

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.

Arizona Town Sinking Due to Groundwater Over-Pumping

The rural town of Wenden, Arizona, is literally sinking due to rampant groundwater over-pumping for agriculture, causing widespread land fissures and infrastructure damage, a stark warning for the drought-stricken American West.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

World's Largest Train Station Opens in China

Discover the mind-boggling scale of China's new Shenzhen North Railway Hub, a £2 billion behemoth that's five times larger than London's Waterloo and redefines modern travel with its colossal size and cutting-edge technology.

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.

Bellamy's Agony Over Missed Final Call From Gary Speed

Former Wales captain Craig Bellamy opens up on his profound grief and lasting regret after missing a final call from manager and close friend Gary Speed, just days before his tragic death, in a powerful new documentary.

Pfizer CEO: Trump Wanted Nobel Prize for Vaccine Role

The CEO of Pfizer has alleged that former President Donald Trump directly suggested he should be awarded a Nobel Prize for his role in the rapid development of the COVID-19 vaccine, a revelation that has sent shockwaves through political and scientific ci

Mystery concrete block in Scottish woods for sale

A bizarre plot of 'remote land' in the Scottish Highlands, featuring nothing but a single concrete block in the middle of a dense forest, has appeared for sale online, baffling potential buyers and sparking a whirlwind of speculation online.

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

Alcaraz Breaks Roddick's US Open Serve Record

Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz has shattered Andy Roddick's 20-year-old US Open serve speed record, unleashing a thunderous 149mph blast on his way to a dominant second-round victory.

Dinner Table Habit That Could Shorten Your Life

Nutrition scientists issue a stark warning about a widespread eating behaviour that's dramatically increasing your risk of premature death and chronic disease. Discover the shocking research and how to protect your health tonight.

Rimac Nevera Crowned World's Fastest Production EV

The Croatian-built Rimac Nevera has been officially crowned the world's fastest electric production car, shattering multiple performance records and redefining the limits of EV technology. Discover how it achieved a staggering 258 mph top speed.

Amtrak's New High-Speed Acela Trains Revealed for 2024

Amtrak is set to transform travel on the US East Coast with its new fleet of Next-Gen Acela high-speed trains, promising faster, smoother, and more sustainable journeys between Washington and Boston from 2024.

Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding

The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr

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.

London-Berlin rail competition heats up for Channel routes

A fierce battle is underway between London and Berlin to become Europe's premier hub for high-speed cross-Channel rail services, with new operators and routes set to transform travel between the UK and mainland Europe by 2025.

Amtrak and NASA forge revolutionary rail partnership

Amtrak and NASA join forces in a groundbreaking collaboration to develop high-tech, safer, and more efficient trains, signalling a new era for rail transport in the US with potential global implications.

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