1) Honey never spoils. Archaeologists have found pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible.

2) The ocean covers about 71% of the Earth's surface and contains roughly 97% of the planet's water.

3) The world's first credit card was introduced in 1950 by Diners Club.

4) The first bank in the world, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, was established in Italy in 1472 and is still in operation today.