The Talmud is the central text of Rabbinic Judaism — a compilation of legal, ethical, and ritual discussions.

K-pop groups are often assembled by entertainment companies using rigorous auditions — trainees can spend years preparing.

Freestyle skiing's halfpipe event requires athletes to complete tricks at heights of up to 7 meters above the pipe's lip.

Millionaires often live below their means.

The longest recorded point in a professional tennis match lasted over 40 shots.

The international governing body for chess, FIDE, was founded in 1924 and recognizes titles including Grandmaster.

Traditional batik fabric dyeing in Indonesia is protected as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.

Social norms influence everyday behavior.

The Popol Vuh is the Mayan creation myth — humanity was made from maize after earlier attempts from mud and wood failed.