The longest recorded rally in professional tennis lasted 643 shots in a match in 1984.

The NBA three-point line was adopted from the ABA (American Basketball Association) in 1979.

Kenyan marathon runners dominate due to a combination of high-altitude training, genetics, and lean running economy.

Some particles can pass through solid walls.

Ancient cave paintings at Lascaux, France, are approximately 17,000 years old and show remarkable artistic sophistication.

The Dust Bowl of the 1930s caused severe agricultural damage in the United States.

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

The lost city of Ubar is mentioned in Arabian legends.

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