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The record speed was achieved by transmitting data through a much wider range of colours of light, or wavelengths, than is typically used in optical fibre, the researchers said.

You can download Netflix entirely in a second at the record internet speed these scientists achieved

Researchers from University College London achieved a data transmission rate of 178 terabits a second—five times faster than previous record

24 Aug 2020 9:34 PM

The visual that comes to mind is the DC Comics superhero Flash. The achievement of record internet speed seems comparable to how the 'Scarlet Speedster' seemingly violates the laws of physics.

In a flash! Imagine downloading 1,000 HD movies in a split second, researchers in Australia have done it

A team at University of Australia recorded a data speed of 44.2 Terabits per second (Tbps) from a single optical chip — a micro-comb chip.

23 May 2020 5:53 PM

Laurent, inspired by Serbian-American inventor Nikola Tesla, has said he wants to research artificial organs. (Photo: Instagram)

Boy wonder falls short of being world’s youngest graduate

Belgian boy wonder drops out of Dutch university at the age of 9.

14 Dec 2019 4:00 PM

Before the match, there was a shadow of doubt over the Rohit Sharma-led Indian side, but all of those doubts were cast aside after the Men in Blue convincingly won the second T20I. (Photo: AFP)

India overtakes Australia to create new world record

The Indian team once again established themselves as one of the most feared sides in the world after handing Bangladesh a convincing defeat.

08 Nov 2019 3:08 PM

The team of divers managed to remove 1,626 pounds of trash and 60 pounds of fishing lines from the ocean floor. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

633 divers set world record for seabed clean up in Florida

The world record for the largest underwater clean up was set by 633 divers who cleaned up the ocean floor at a beach in south Florida.

26 Jun 2019 6:42 PM

The award was presented by Universal Book of Records India representative KV Ramana Rao and Telangana representative TM Srilatha. (Photo: ANI)

Hyderabadi man sets world record for serving food to over 1,000 people in single day

Kumar achieved the target on Sunday after he served food to more than 1,000 people at three different places.

27 May 2019 11:23 AM

Nintendo reprinted Super Mario Bros. from 1985 to 1994 numerous times, resulting in 11 different box variations.

Extremely rare 1985 Super Mario Bros sells for a record USD 100,150

An unopened copy of Super Mario Bros., released by Nintendo in 1985, achieved the world record.

18 Feb 2019 11:37 AM

The skating record comprised of two parts – where 11 children were engaged in zig zag roller skating while dribbling a basketball whereas one youngster Jash Sarode did inline skating with hoola hoop while he was blindfolded.

Mumbai youngsters create world record in skating

The feat has been achieved by Coach Rishi Sarode and 12 children from his institution.

24 Dec 2018 3:58 PM

The jet-powered Bluebird roared past 300 mph (482 kph) before it vaulted into the air, flipped and crashed into the lake, breaking in two and killing the 45-year-old Campbell. (Photo: AP)

Bluebird jet boat floats again, 51 years after fatal crash

Donald Campbell had set eight land and water speed records, when he attempted to break his own 276.3mph (445kph) water-speed record.

05 Aug 2018 11:07 AM

A representative from the Guinness organisation presented Snoop with his record certificate. (Photo: AP)

Snoop Dogg breaks world record for largest ever glass of gin and juice

The 46-year-old musician concocted the largest glass of the tune's signature beverage at the BottleRock Napa Valley music festival.

31 May 2018 10:03 AM

The route to the summit was opened up earlier this week. (Photo: AP)

Veteran Sherpa guide scales Everest for record 22nd time

A government official at the base camp, Gyanendra Shrestha, says Kami Rita reached the summit on Wednesday and is safely descending.

16 May 2018 1:26 PM

The previous record for the fastest ascent of the seven summits was set last year by Polish climber Janusz Kochanski, who did it in 126 days. (Facebook Screengrab/ Steve Plain)

Australian breaks world record with Mt Everest summit

Steve Plain conquered Everest 117 days after he reached Antartica's highest peak Mount Vinson breaking previous summit record by nine days.

14 May 2018 4:53 PM

Nazare is on Portugal’s Atlantic coast between Lisbon and Porto (Photo: AP)

Brazilian surfer creates world record thanks to 80-feet-high wave in Portugal

That overtook the previous record of 78 feet (23.77 meters) set by American Garrett McNamara in 2011.

30 Apr 2018 7:15 PM

Also at the awards, Koxa's compatriot Lucas Chianca was awarded the Best Men's Overall Performance trophy. (Facebook Screengrab/ Rodrigo Koxa )

Surfer creates world record, rides biggest wave ever

Koxa, who risked his life catching the 80-feet wave, said winning the award was 'the best day of my life.'

30 Apr 2018 12:29 PM

Haldwani: Artist Prakash Chandra Upadhyay holds the record of creating the world's smallest pencil, the 5mm long and 0.5mm wide pencil is made of wood and H.B. lead. (Photo: ANI/ Twitter)

Uttarakhand man creates world's smallest pencil, sets record

Due to his extraordinary talent, he has been conferred with the Assist World Records.

23 Feb 2018 10:56 AM

More than 450 artists from 50 countries will be exhibiting in the painting event from December 9 to December 14. (Photo: ANI)

Delhi: 75 painters from across globe participates in World Record Live Painting

The event witnesses a huge footfall from art buyers, art students, painting artists and water colour lovers.

11 Dec 2017 1:34 PM

Such “Ru guanyao” wares -- known for their intense blue-green glaze and “ice-crackle” pattern -- are extremely rare (Photo: AFP)

Song dynasty bowl breaks auction record for Chinese ceramics

The 13-cm (5-inch) bowl, used to wash brushes, was fired in the famed Northern Song dynasty (960-1127) kilns in Ruzhou.

03 Oct 2017 5:16 PM

Oliver Struempfel competes during his world record attempt, carrying 27 beer mugs at the traditional festival Gillamoos in Abensberg, Germany. He succeeded. (Photo: AP)

German barman breaks world record, carries 27 litre steins of beer for 40 metres

Strumpfel, who had to train for the event in the gym to build extra strength, however, is not new to the world of smashing records.

04 Sep 2017 10:11 AM

He slowed down towards the end but managed to break the record (Photo: YouTube)

Fitness freak doing most pull ups in a minute will leave you astonished

The 31-year-old from Massachusetts set a record for highest number of pull ups in a minute by beating the previous record of 50 pull ups.

31 Aug 2017 4:57 PM

Muslim Aid staff and volunteers cook the world’s largest samosa at the East London Mosque in London (Photo: AFP)

Samosa gets even bigger as world’s record is smashed in London

Volunteers build giant samosa then deep-fry it in a custom-built vat at an East London Mosque which is later served to the homeless.

23 Aug 2017 9:11 AM

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