Guinness World Records is celebrating its 70th anniversary by inviting people around the world to try setting 70 records that no one has claimed yet.
The organisation, known for keeping track of amazing achievements, was first published on August 27, 1955, in London, England. Now, seven decades later, it is encouraging fans to become record breakers themselves.
The list of unclaimed records includes fun and unusual challenges. People can try racing 400 meters while in a sack, bouncing a coin into a cup from the farthest distance, or flipping a bottle farther than anyone else. Other options include giving the most high-fives in 30 seconds, building a five-story tower out of playing cards, making a burrito as quickly as possible, or arranging Scrabble tiles in alphabetical order at top speed.
To make it easier for fans, Guinness has also created a new online quiz called the “Record Selector.” This quiz matches people with records that might fit their personality or skills, helping them find the perfect challenge.
Craig Glenday, the editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, said the anniversary is about both honouring the past and looking ahead. “We’re celebrating the next generation of record breakers,” he explained, inviting everyone to join in the fun.
