1) The game of rugby originated at Rugby School in England and has since evolved into different versions, including Rugby Union and Rugby League.

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

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

4) The oldest known musical instrument is a flute made from a bird bone, estimated to be around 43,000 years old.