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On September 12, 2026, about 20,000 people gathered in Bucharest, Romania, for a community meal at the "Uniting Table." Stretching an astounding 3.1 miles (4.99 km), it set a new Guinness World Record for the longest table made from recycled materials....

On August 31, 2026, Dale Sanders from Memphis, Tennessee, became the oldest person to hike the entire Appalachian Trail (AT). The 91-year-old, nicknamed "Grey Beard," completed the challenging 2,198-mile (3,537 km) trek over 359 days....

Peter Cullen, the voice actor best known for playing Optimus Prime in the "Transformers" franchise and Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," died on August 26, 2026. He was 85 years old. In a statement, Cullen's family said he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones....

Jackie, the beloved bald eagle from Big Bear Valley, California, died on August 10, 2026. She was about 14 years old. Jackie's troubles began in mid-July, when she was apparently involved in a fight with two young bald eagles. She was later found on the ground, unable to fly. A rescue team took her to the Ojai Raptor Center for treatment....