The Scientology religion was founded by science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard in 1954.

Haiku poetry traditionally captures a moment in time, contrasting a seasonal reference (kigo) with a cutting word (kireji).

The word 'nerd' was first coined by Dr. Seuss in 'If I Ran the Zoo' in 1950.

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

About 65% of people prefer texting over talking on the phone.

Gagaku, Japan's imperial court music, is the world's oldest surviving orchestral tradition, dating to the 7th century.

Shakespeare invented over 1,700 words still used today, including 'bedroom,' 'lonely,' 'generous,' and 'obscene.'

Ganesha, the elephant-headed Hindu deity, is the god of new beginnings, wisdom, and the remover of obstacles.

Pelé scored over 1,000 career goals, though many came in unofficial matches — his official FIFA-recognized total is 757.