The Guinness World Records 2013 book contains a smattering of new—and peculiar—feats and firsts.
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WATCH: World’s Largest Lasagna Made in Poland
In honor of the visiting Italian soccer team, a local chef whips up a whopping 5.29-ton lasagna.
It’s Official: Surfer Catches the Largest Wave Ever Ridden
The 78-footer Garrett McNamara caught off Portugal last year has been confirmed as the largest wave ever ridden by a surfer.
The World’s Oldest Newlyweds Have a Combined Age of 193
They would’ve gotten married sooner, but their schedules were just so busy they couldn’t find the time. That’s how two California newlyweds described to ABC their simple exchange of wedding vows this Leap Day Wednesday.
But, …
That’s a Lot of Rings: Husband and Wife Marry for 100th Time
They’ve done it in a canyon, in Hawaii, and even in the Hard Rock Cafe. One thing’s for sure — Lauren and David Blair love tying the knot.
Philippine Hunters Net Colossal Crocodile, But a Bigger One May Still Lurk
Steve Irwin would have been proud of this beaut.
It’s Good To Be Big: World’s Tallest Dog Gets a Book Deal
Meet man’s best—and biggest—friend.
Reading While Eating For July 22: Comic Books and Dance Parties
From hams at Comic Con in San Diego to hams at the office, check out today’s links.
The World’s Oldest Light Bulb Has Been On for 110 Years
How many people does it take to change this light bulb?
The World’s ‘New’ Oldest Woman: Brazil’s Maria Gomes Valentim, 114
At 114 years and 313 days, Maria Gomes Valentim now holds the Guinness World Record for Oldest Living Person, the organization announced Wednesday.
Summing Up Love: World’s Oldest Newlyweds Total 190 Years
This couple proves you’re never too old to find true love – or to become an Internet sensation.
Lil Wayne Crumbles Oreo’s Plans to Set World Record for Facebook ‘Likes’
Here’s a battle that could actually go down in history.