The Maori creation myth describes the world emerging from Te Kore (the void) through stages of darkness to light.

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

There's a statue of Jason Voorhees, the “Friday the 13th” serial killer, chained to the bottom of a Minnesota lake.

The marimba originated in Africa and was brought to Latin America during the slave trade.

The most translated book in the world is the Bible, available in over 700 languages.

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

Mozart could write music before he could write words — he composed his first piece at age 5.

Traditional Japanese kabuki theater originally featured women actors — they were banned in 1629, and men have played female roles ever since.

Most people will earn over $1 million total during their lifetime.