There are more English speakers in China than in the United States.

Many world mythologies feature a world tree connecting different realms — Yggdrasil in Norse myth, Ashvattha in Hinduism.

Jazz is one of the few art forms considered uniquely American in origin, developed in New Orleans in the early 1900s.

Rowing is considered one of the most physically demanding Olympic sports, requiring near-maximal effort for about 6 minutes.

Weightlifter Lasha Talakhadze set a world record by lifting 265 kg in the clean and jerk at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Couples who live together before marriage have mixed divorce outcomes depending on age and intent.

Celtic mythology featured a world beyond death called the Otherworld — not a punishment but a paradise.

Most lottery winners lose much of their money within a few years.

People are more likely to marry someone with similar education levels.