1) The Berlin Conference in 1884-1885 divided Africa among European powers and set the stage for the colonization of the continent.

2) The fastest recorded serve in tennis was achieved by Sam Groth at 163.7 miles per hour (263.4 kilometers per hour) during a tournament in 2012.

3) The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the governing body for the sport of cricket and oversees international tournaments and rankings.

4) The shortest scheduled commercial flight lasts just 1.7 miles and connects two Scottish islands, Westray and Papa Westray.