The Banksy shredding incident in 2018 — where a painting shredded itself after auction — actually increased its value.

In Thailand, it's illegal to step on currency because the king's face is on it.

Judaism is one of the oldest monotheistic religions, with roots going back over 4,000 years.

The Portuguese word 'saudade' describes a nostalgic longing for something loved and lost — it has no direct English equivalent.

Yodeling developed in the Alps as a form of long-distance communication between mountains.

The Japanese sun goddess Amaterasu was so offended she hid in a cave, plunging the world into darkness until the other gods lured her out.

The Banksy shredding incident in 2018 — where a painting shredded itself after auction — actually increased its value.

Opera was invented in Florence around 1600, originally as an attempt to recreate ancient Greek theater.

About 30% of people meet their partner through friends.