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 Brexit process, initiated by the United Kingdom's referendum in 2016, led to the country's withdrawal from the European Union in 2020, marking a significant political and economic change for both the UK and the EU.

3) 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.

4) The Hubble Space Telescope, launched in 1990, has provided breathtaking images of distant galaxies and deep space.