1) The "Star Wars" franchise, created by George Lucas, has become a global phenomenon with numerous films, TV shows, books, and merchandise.

2) The world's largest flower is the Rafflesia arnoldii, which can grow up to 3 feet (1 meter) in diameter and weighs about 15 pounds (7 kilograms).

3) The Great Rift Valley is a geological feature that stretches over 6,000 kilometers (3,700 miles) from Lebanon to Mozambique. It is known for its diverse landscapes, including deep lakes, volcanic mountains, and fertile valleys, and is considered a significant site for the study of Earth's tectonic activity.

4) The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, divided the newly discovered lands outside of Europe between Spain and Portugal, leading to the colonization of the Americas.