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Two-year-old Joseph Harris-Birtill becomes the youngest male Mensa member, joining the world's top 2% intellectually. Reading fluently, counting in multiple languages, and learning Morse code, he demonstrates extraordinary intelligence while remaining kind and humble.
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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
UK's two-year-old boy becomes youngest member of high IQ society Mensa
Joseph Harris-Birtill, a two-year-old from the UK, has reached a remarkable milestone, becoming the youngest male ever admitted into Mensa, according to Guinness World Records. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Known for his exceptional intelligence, Joseph spoke his first word at just seven months and was reading books aloud before age two. His rapid cognitive development and advanced skills stunned both his parents and experts. Mensa, the elite high-IQ society, requires an IQ of at least 132—placing members in the top 2% of the population. Joseph's early achievements have now earned him a place among the world's intellectual elite. Source: Guinness World Records Joseph's early learning set the stage for a world record as Mensa's youngest male member Joseph's entry into the record books did not start at two—it began long before. According to his parents, Dr. Rose and David Harris-Birtill, Joseph first started indicating extraordinary development at birth. At five weeks, he rolled over for the first time. At seven months, he uttered his first word—a precocious signpost of an exceptionally developed brain. His advancement sped up from there. At 21 months, Joseph was reading complete books out loud, a remarkable achievement for a child who had only just started to walk a year earlier. At two and a half years old, he could read out loud effortlessly for as much as 10 minutes, count to 10 in five languages, and count both forward and backward beyond 100. At two years and 182 days, Joseph was officially made a member of Mensa, making him the youngest male member in Mensa history. Membership in Mensa demands an IQ level of at least 132—putting members in the top 2% of people. Joseph's achievement has brought huge pride to both of his working parents, who are both academically employed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'We're extremely proud,' said Rose. 'It soon became clear that he was an exceptional little being… and this achievement is just a reflection of his curiosity and drive to learn.' Joseph's passion for knowledge sparks his rapid development Joseph's intellectual curiosity ranges well beyond mere reading and figures. He is in the process of learning Morse code and has become interested in the Greek alphabet and the periodic table of elements. His parents also portray him as socially well-adjusted and affectionate. He likes to hug friends, give toys, and play—qualities that underscore his emotional intelligence as well as his academic capacity. "He's a very kind and loving boy, confident and inquisitive," said Rose. "He enjoys a challenge and feeds on complexity—whether it's solving chess or diving into new words and ideas." Joseph's hobbies reflect a balanced growth and curiosity Outside of schoolwork, Joseph has developed an interest in music and has begun to learn the piano. He also likes learning new languages, doing math equations, cooking, making paper airplanes, and playing with his toy collection. These varied interests imply that Joseph is not only cognitively developed but also well-adjusted—a trait that will benefit him as he matures and matures further. Identifying their son's special abilities, Rose and David made the decision to contact Mensa to offer Joseph more resources and a network of support. "We looked online for other help and realized that Mensa had programs for children who were exceptionally gifted," said Rose. "We felt that this would be a good way for Joseph to meet others and see where his potential lay. They wish the Mensa membership to not just be an appreciation of his talent but also as an encouragement and source of pride as he grows up. Also Read |
News18
2 days ago
- News18
Move Over Baby Shark, This 2-Year-Old Is Part Of Prestigious High-IQ Society
Curated By : Last Updated: May 28, 2025, 12:59 IST This makes him the youngest male ever to join the high-IQ society. (Photo Credit: X) A remarkable two-year-old boy from the UK has earned the distinction of being the youngest male member of Mensa, the world's oldest and largest high-IQ society, according to a Guinness World Records report. To qualify for this exclusive club, individuals must rank in the top 2 per cent of IQ scores or have an IQ of at least 132. Joseph Harris-Birtill officially became a Mensa member at the age of 2 years and 182 days, making him the youngest male to ever join. He is second only to Joseph Isla McNabb, who holds the record for the youngest member overall, having joined at 2 years and 195 days old. This extraordinary achievement highlights Joseph's exceptional intellectual abilities at an incredibly young age. Joseph's parents, Rose and David Harris-Birtill, both serve as lecturers at the University of St Andrews. They shared that their son has consistently shown remarkable intelligence and development far beyond his years since he was born. 'He first rolled over at five weeks, said his first word at seven months and read his first book out loud from cover to cover at one and three-quarters years. By two-and-a-quarter years old, he was reading out loud fluently for 10 minutes at a time, could count to 10 in five languages and could count forwards and backwards to well over 100," Rose revealed to Guinness World Records. This exceptionally curious two-year-old is already familiar with the Greek alphabet and has reportedly begun learning Morse code and the periodic table. Alongside these impressive intellectual pursuits, he's also taking piano lessons and shows a genuine passion for exploring new languages, solving math problems and experimenting with cooking. Swipe Left For Next Video View all Despite his advanced abilities, Joseph remains humble, kind-hearted and always willing to share his toys with other children. His parents reportedly recognised his extraordinary talents early on—especially after he started reading at an unusually young age—which prompted them to reach out to Mensa to explore his potential further. Their decision has since opened doors to new opportunities and support for their gifted son's continued growth. 'It is a common misconception that everything is super easy for gifted children. But everyone needs appropriate stimulation and understanding throughout their lives and highly able learners can sadly have their unique talents dimmed by the pressure to fit into environments that simply haven't been properly designed for them," Rose told Guinness World Records. Watch CNN-News18 here. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! News viral Move Over Baby Shark, This 2-Year-Old Is Part Of Prestigious High-IQ Society
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
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Two-year-old Joseph Harris-Birtill becomes the youngest male Mensa member, joining the world's top 2% intellectually. Reading fluently, counting in multiple languages, and learning Morse code, he demonstrates extraordinary intelligence while remaining kind and humble.
