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Think you can apply makeup quickly? Not as fast as Rick DiCecca. This past Friday, the Estée Lauder global makeup stylist set a new Guinness World Record for the most lipstick applications in one hour. The previous record of 180 applications had been set earlier this year in Madrid, but DiCecca broke it with a whopping 303 painted puckers. To find out how he did it, keep reading. Read more
In a world where science has made nearly anything possible, I shouldn't be surprised to learn about a 70–year–old woman who gave birth to twins in India this past weekend. No proof of her age exists but there is no doubt that Omkari Panwar is older than most new mothers. Omkari and her husband, Charam Singh, are already parents to two daughters and five grandchildren, but wanted to have a son Read more
So I guess I was only half joking when I mentioned that the Guinness World Records folks are running out of ideas. Take the following, for example. The commentator is making such a fuss (and the 20-person crowd is going wild?) about this dude trying to break the world record for...banana splitting? Seriously. Get Flash to see this player. var so606003 = new Read more
Pick up a useless talent. That's how. (Or maybe it has something to do with the tie-dye shirt?) Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Over the next few months, families will travel across the U.S. via plane, train or car during summer road trips. Kacie Fischer will be covering the same distance (nearly 4,000 miles, on her route), but on inline skates. . . and in just 74 days. If she reaches her goal, Fischer will also be breaking five Read more
This year has been a big one for Queen Elizabeth II, as the British monarch has been celebrating 60 years on the throne with her Diamond Jubilee. The royal anniversary honors a woman who has been through a lot during her 86-year lifetime, including 12 US presidents and 12 UK prime ministers. After all, the record-breaking queen is the longest-reigning living monarch in the world. If you want to Read more
Japanese woman live to be almost 90 years old, which is a record high the world over. And while a lot of factors contribute to a long life, diet is certainly one of them. A bowl of udon or a plate of sushi might not appeal to you every night, but there are a few simple ways to tweak your salad using elements of this heart-healthy cuisine. Soba noodles In Japan, soba noodles are served either hot Read more
Mother's Day is double the fun when you're a mom yourself. Not only do you get a day that celebrates you, but you have a whole new appreciation for your own mom, who definitely deserves some special attention. If you're both looking for ways to celebrate each other, consider the following 10 tips — five are just for you, and five are for her. For You: She can offer perspective. When you're in Read more
Today 289 people hit the sheets in Sydney, Australia, in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world's biggest breakfast in bed. Despite the rain, early risers made it out to Martin Place for the world record attempt, where they took a break from the morning rush to dine and socialize in beds. The world record attempt is in connection with Priceline's "I Feel Beautiful" survey Read more
Yesterday Edvard Munch's "The Scream" broke records when it sold for a whopping $119.9 million at a Sotheby's auction in NYC. Created in 1895 by the Norwegian expressionist painter, "The Scream" is one of the most famous and recognizable artworks in the world. But while you may be familiar with the haunting face in the iconic painting, what else do you really know about its history? Find out Read more
