1) The corpse flower, or titan arum, is known for its unpleasant smell, often compared to that of rotting flesh.

2) The largest living structure on Earth is the Great Barrier Reef, spanning over 2,300 kilometers (1,400 miles) along the coast of Australia.

3) The Bank of England, established in 1694, is the central bank of the United Kingdom and one of the oldest central banks in the world.

4) The first car with air conditioning was released in 1939.