In 1932, Australia fought a war against emus — and lost. The birds evaded military campaigns remarkably well.

In Greek mythology, the Fates (Moirai) spun, measured, and cut the thread of every mortal life.

Shamanism — the practice of entering altered states to interact with spiritual worlds — is found on every inhabited continent.

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

The Tour de France has 21 stages over 23 days, covering around 3,500 km of some of Europe's most challenging terrain.

Gymnast Simone Biles has performed skills in competition so advanced they were named after her.

Shintoism, Japan's indigenous religion, venerates kami — spirits in nature, ancestors, and sacred objects.

About 60% of people live paycheck to paycheck.

A cricket match at the Test level can last up to 5 days and still end in a draw.