The Library of Alexandria was founded by Ptolemy I around 300 BC — at its peak containing 700,000 scrolls.

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

The first Winter Olympics were held in Chamonix, France, in 1924.

The development of artificial joints improved mobility.

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

The Siege of Troy is a legendary conflict described in Greek epic poetry.

Elvis Presley never wrote any of his own songs.

In Chinese mythology, dragons are benevolent creatures associated with water, rain, and imperial power — opposite to Western dragons.

Miso's probiotic content varies by processing — unpasteurized miso retains live cultures while pasteurized does not.