1) The lotus flower is considered a sacred symbol in many cultures and is associated with purity, enlightenment, and rebirth.

2) The first sound film, "The Jazz Singer," was released in 1927 and marked the transition from silent movies to "talkies."

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

4) The Federal Reserve System, often referred to as the Fed, is the central banking system of the United States.