British daredevil sets world straitjacket record over Niagara Falls
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Geordie Rob Roy Collins broke free in just one minute 22 seconds, defeating Harry Houdini's record of 2 minutes 22 seconds for wriggling free from a straitjacket.
The brave 33-year-old, who was wearing a Newcastle United football top in tribute to his home team, said he nearly panicked when the jacket got stuck on his neck.
He told the Express: "There was a scary moment when the straitjacket was stuck around my neck and I thought there was a chance I couldn't get out. This is by far the toughest, scariest and most thrilling stunt I have ever performed. It felt incredible being more than 100ft high."
After completing the escape, he took a Union flag from his pocket and waved it to the crowds below as the aircraft brought him back to earth.
Watch the amazing feat here:
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- Parliament Hill, OttawaIt's Ottawa's biggest attraction and the place where Kate and William will be celebrating Canada on 1 July. Parliament Hill is home to Canada's federal government and the Parliament Buildings overlook the Ottawa River on a dramatic hill. Each morning in the summer, the changing of the guards ceremony takes place on the front lawn and in the evening the spectacular Sound and Lights Show takes place, with lighting and giant images projected on the Parliament Buildings for all to enjoy.
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