Earth is the only planet not named after a god in Roman or Greek mythology.

Operation Northwoods was a proposed U.S. plan in the 1960s that was never carried out.

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In 2000, a massive fireworks accident damaged part of a Dutch city.

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The America's Cup is the oldest international sporting trophy, first contested in 1851.

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The first Olympic marathon winner, Spiridon Louis, was a Greek shepherd who had never trained formally.

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The first text message was sent in 1992 and read 'Merry Christmas'.

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The first Winter Olympics were held in 1924.

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Van Gogh sold only one painting during his lifetime.

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Tug of war was in the Olympics from 1900 to 1920.

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