## Texas man reclaims world’s oldest skydiver record at 106 years old

Authored by theguardian.com

“If you think you can’t, you’re just underestimating yourself,” the resident of Georgetown, Texas, remarked.

Blaschke’s motivational comments came in a write-up published recently by the GWR website, whose organization is known for maintaining a database of more than 40,000 world records.

The particular record which Blaschke has now captured twice made international news because of an entirely different person altogether this past fall.

On 1 October, 104-year-old Dorothy Hoffner of Chicago made a tandem skydive aimed at landing her the world’s record for essentially being the oldest person ever to jump from a plane.

But eight days later, while awaiting Guinness’s official certification of her achievement, Hoffner died in her sleep at her senior living community.

Sweden’s Rut Linnéa Ingegärd Larsson surpassed Blaschke’s mark by a relatively slim margin in 2022, at 103 years and 259 days old.

As he put it, whether it’s to celebrate his grandsons’ birthdays or set to world records, “it’s got be something … extra special”. »

### Arkane Boss Calls Out Xbox; Says Studio Closure Was “F**ing Gut Stab”

Authored by tech4gamers.com

Arkane Lyon continues to work on Marvel’s Blade, but the studio’s boss has criticized Xbox for the decision.

Arkane Austin has joined the list of studios that were completely shut down by Xbox after its acquisitions.

Addressing Arkane Austin, he pointed out that Microsoft’s decision has left Arkane Lyon safe for now, but it doesn’t make the closure of its partner studio any easier to accept. »

### Experimental cancer treatment gives New Jersey mom a chance for a second baby: ‘I decided to go for it’

Authored by foxnews.com

The original plan was to check out three hospitals to get treatment options and gauge their level of comfort, she said.

"It is an important cancer treatment breakthrough and there have been many advancements in this field," she said.

Women who are considering having children should ask their provider about the potential impact of any treatment, added Schwer. »

### Husband behind viral dress that broke internet admits he strangled wife

Authored by independent.co.uk

The man behind the white/gold-blue/black dress that “broke the internet” has pleaded guilty to endangering his wife’s life, and admitted to strangling her.

The photo dress posted on social media divided opinion as to whether it was white/gold, or black/blue ( Swiked / Tumblr ).

“You repeatedly strangled her, injured her and put her life in danger in what must have been absolutely terrifying circumstances for her. »

### Former Helldivers 2 lead writer "burned out hard" while updating the near flawless live service game: "I absolutely destroyed myself"

Authored by gamesradar.com

Arrowhead Studios' former lead writer Russ Nickel felt burned out after continually updating a live service game as flexible and unpredictable as Helldivers 2.

Helldivers 2's most contested planet got commemorated with an in-game Memorial Day, while the recent review-bombing fiasco might also be immortalized with a free cape.

Helldivers 2 CEO teased an exiled “Predator-like alien species” that’s “planning vengeance” against Super Earth forces. »

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