1) The word "pencil" contains two vowels: E and I.

2) Michael Phelps, an American swimmer, has won a total of 28 Olympic medals, including 23 gold medals, making him the most decorated Olympian of all time.

3) The first modern Olympic marathon race was held at the 1896 Olympics in Athens and has since become one of the most iconic and challenging events in athletics.

4) The impact of social media platforms on society and politics has been a subject of debate, including concerns about misinformation, privacy, online harassment, and the influence of these platforms on public opinion and democratic processes.