1) The first consumer digital video recorder (DVR), the TiVo, was introduced in 1999 and allowed users to record and store television programs for later viewing.

2) The book series "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis has sold over 100 million copies worldwide.

3) The FIFA World Cup is the most-watched sporting event globally, with billions of viewers tuning in for the tournament held every four years.

4) In African mythology, there is a rich tapestry of diverse beliefs and stories across the continent's many regions and cultures. It includes deities, spirits, and mythical creatures, with narratives often addressing themes of creation, ancestral heritage, and the forces of nature.