{
  "id": 15549939,
  "title": "Meet Edward Niño Hernandez, the Colombian Recognized as the World’s Shortest Man",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/meet-edward-nino-hernandez-the-colombian-recognized-as-the-worlds",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T03:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colombia One",
    "slug": "colombia-one",
    "url": "https://colombiaone.com/2026/10/18/edward-nino-colombian-worlds-shortest-man/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Edward Niño Hernandez, a Colombian man, has been recognized twice by Guinness World Records as the world's shortest living man, standing at 72.10 centimeters tall. Born in Bogota, Colombia, he gained international attention after being included in the records. His story has piqued interest not only due to his unique physical condition but also because of his positive attitude towards overcoming personal challenges. His first recognition came in 2010, and he regained the title a decade later, becoming a globally recognized figure. Hernandez's short stature is attributed to a medical condition that halted his growth during childhood, though the exact diagnosis remains unknown. He was officially certified as 72.10 centimeters tall by Guinness World Records, which distinguishes him from other height-related categories for individuals who can move independently.",
  "summary": "Edward Niño Hernandez, born in Bogota, Colombia, gained international recognition after being included in Guinness World Records as the world’s shortest living man who is mobile. Standing 72.10 centimeters tall, his story has attracted attention in Colombia and abroad, not only because of his unusual physical condition but also because of his attitude toward personal […]",
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    "Edward Niño Hernandez recognized as world's shortest man twice.",
    "Gained international attention after Guinness World Records inclusion.",
    "Short stature due to unknown medical condition during childhood."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}