The Shanghai Maglev is the fastest commercial electric train, reaching speeds of 460 km/h (286 mph).

Certain species of Bamboo hold the record as the fastest-growing plants.

Venus is the hottest planet due to its thick atmosphere which creates a greenhouse effect.

The Sailfish is widely considered the fastest fish in the ocean.

The Peregrine Falcon is the fastest bird, reaching speeds of over 320 km/h (200 mph) during a hunting dive.

The cheetah is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds up to 112 km/h.

Mawsynram in India holds the record for the highest average annual rainfall.

Furnace Creek in Death Valley, USA, holds the record for the highest reliably recorded air temperature of 56.7°C.

The Reformation is traditionally said to have begun in Wittenberg, Germany, when Martin Luther posted his Ninety-five Theses in 1517.

Paul the Apostle (St. Paul) wrote many of the Epistles (letters) in the New Testament, which were sent to early Christian communities.