Elvis Presley never performed outside of North America.

Abstract art didn't begin with Picasso — Wassily Kandinsky is generally credited as the first to paint purely abstract works around 1910.

Traditional Japanese joinery uses no nails or adhesives — wooden pieces are cut to interlock perfectly.

Anne Parrish found a childhood book she owned in a Paris bookstore years later.

The Ramayana, one of Hinduism's great epics, tells of Prince Rama's quest to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana.

Usain Bolt holds the world record in the 100-meter sprint.

The first graphic novel is often considered 'A Contract With God' by Will Eisner, published in 1978.

The waltz was considered scandalous when introduced in the late 18th century because partners held each other closely.

The tradition of the white wedding dress was popularized by Queen Victoria in 1840 — before that, brides wore any color.