A 19-year-old YouTuber, known as Norme, has set a new Guinness World Record by staying awake for an astonishing 12 days straight. This daring feat captivated thousands of viewers, who tuned in to watch his journey unfold in real-time on a livestream. Norme’s attempt quickly went viral, and his audience grew as word spread about his mission to break the record for the longest time without sleep.

As the days passed, concern for Norme’s health began to grow. Fans were so worried that they called the authorities multiple times, prompting regular check-ins from the police. Despite being banned from several social media platforms during the challenge, Norme found a new home on ‘Rumble,’ where he had 9,000 viewers watching when he finally hit 264 hours and 24 minutes without sleep, surpassing the previous record.

The attempt wasn’t without its risks. As Norme neared the end of his challenge, ambulances and police cars lined the streets outside his house, ready to intervene if necessary. This extreme challenge brought back memories of Randy Gardner, who held the previous record for staying awake for 11 days in 1964. Gardner’s attempt, which was closely monitored by scientists, resulted in severe symptoms like hallucinations and confusion. Unlike Gardner, Norme didn’t have medical professionals monitoring his condition, which raised further concerns for his wellbeing.

Norme’s record-breaking achievement has sparked a lot of conversation online, with many praising his determination while others question the potential dangers of such extreme challenges. As impressive as this new record is, it also serves as a reminder of the importance of sleep and the serious risks associated with sleep deprivation.