1) The ongoing conflict in Syria, which began in 2011, has resulted in a humanitarian crisis, displacement of millions of people, and international efforts to bring about a resolution and provide aid to those affected.

2) The United Nations Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) holding veto power over resolutions.

3) In Chinese mythology, the Dragon Boat Festival (also known as Duanwu Festival) is celebrated to honor Qu Yuan, a poet and statesman of ancient China. It involves dragon boat races, eating sticky rice dumplings (zongzi), and performing rituals to ward off evil spirits and protect against diseases.

4) The croissant, a flaky and buttery pastry, is an iconic French delicacy. It is made by layering dough with butter, rolling and folding it multiple times to create a laminated structure. The croissant can be enjoyed plain or filled with various ingredients, such as chocolate, almond paste, or ham and cheese. It has become popular worldwide and is a staple in breakfast menus and bakeries, symbolizing French culinary expertise and savoir-faire.