Man sets Ping-Pong Ball Record

February 12, 2025

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An Idaho man, David “Record Breaker” Rush, officially broke a world record by catching table tennis balls on his shaving cream-covered head.

Rush bounced the balls off a wall and caught 16 in just 30 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 14. This achievement happened during a visit to the Guinness World Records headquarters in London.

Rush, who had tied the record earlier in 2024, was determined to break it outright. “I knew I could push further,” he shared after his success. The challenge required precise timing, as he had to prevent new balls from knocking off the ones already balanced on his head.

This unusual record adds to Rush’s long list of creative accomplishments, making him a true champion of quirky world records.

Article written by Milli Banbury

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At the local library, a bright poster appeared on the community noticeboard. It showed a picture of a girl carrying a reusable bag and a line that read, ‘Bring your own bag and help reduce waste.’ Small print underneath explained that the council was trialling a new recycling programme. The poster also listed the dates of free workshops where families could learn how to sort rubbish correctly. Near the bottom, a website address invited readers to find out more. The poster used short sentences, clear colours, and simple pictures so people could understand the message quickly.

What is the author's main purpose in this poster?

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