1) The Cannes Film Festival, held annually in France, is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world.

2) The sport of golf originated in Scotland and is played on courses with 18 holes, each with a designated par score.

3) The concept of reinsurance, which is insurance for insurance companies, originated in the 17th century.

4) The shortest war in history lasted only 38 to 45 minutes between Britain and Zanzibar in 1896.