British Woman Becomes First to Ski Across Antarctica Alone
British adventurer Felicity Aston became the first athlete ever to ski across Antarctica alone, using only her own muscle power and pulling two sleds with supplies for 59 days.
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Solar Plane Attempts Round the World Flight Without a Drop of Fuel
Two Swiss pilots attempting the first flight around the world in a solar-powered plane completed the maiden leg of their 22,000 mile voyage, landing in Oman Monday.
Prince Harry and Wounded Warriors to Trek to South Pole
To benefit Walking for the Wounded, a charity to help men and women injured in military service, Prince Harry will join a group of wounded soldiers on a 200-mile expedition to the South Pole.
Man Enjoys Overwhelming Response Sending 5,000 Messages in Bottles Over 20 Years
Harold Hackett has spent two decades throwing bottles containing messages into the Atlantic in the hope that he may be able to contact people from far off shores. Since 1996 he has received over 3,100 responses from people all over the world.
Veteran Swims the Entire Mississippi River to Honor Fallen Buddies (WATCH)
Navy veteran Chris Ring is swimming the entire length of the Mississippi River to become the first American to swim the 2,552 miles, and honor fallen comrades
38 Year-old First to Ski Down Mt. Everest Without Stopping
Davo Karnicar, of Slovenia, became the first person ever to make an uninterrupted ski descent from the top of the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest (29,035 ft).
Speed is Number One on 88-year-old's Bucket List
From New Hampshire comes the story of an 88-year-old grandma with a bucket list laced with speed and risk. While some people watch TV or play cards in their senior years, Flo Silva of Londonderry is grabbing all the excitement she can.
Toronto Thrill Seekers Can Walk on Building's Edge 116 Stories Up
EdgeWalk at the CN Tower, has become Toronto's most extreme attraction. Thrill lovers will walk on the edge of one of the world's tallest buildings -- 116 stories high above the ground. Visitors will walk with a guide, in groups of six, while attached to an overhead safety rail via a trolley and harness system.
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