I once attempted to break a world record, here's what happened (this is not a joke, it actually happened!) :
I attempted to break the world record for the highest note ever reached by a male (because im a singer with a wide vocal range), and on the same day another guy attempted the record as well.
I went first and sang as high as i could and the judge confirmed that i broke the record. I was so happy. All i needed now was for the guy to not be higher than me. Unfortunately, he was higher than me by a note (which is quite close).
But yeah, for a few seconds i was a record holder =D
and it feels good !
As for the article, i think its awesome that its a female! No offense to anyone, but i thought it would've been an indian because i was watching tv and this indian dude (i don't know his age, but i think older than 12 by a few years) was trying to find the cure for cancer!
I also like how she said: “I will return to Palestine with an education and not a weapon.” That's really wise for a 12 year-old Lol
But yeah, this proves we're a smart bunch =D