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Dan Campbell’s 4th-down gambles help Lions beat Packers 34-31 and clinch playoffs

December 6, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Dan Campbell’s 4th-down gambles help Lions beat Packers 34-31 and clinch playoffs

DETROIT (AP) — Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes, Jake Bates made a 35-yard field goal as time expired and the Detroit Lions clinched a playoff spot with a 34-31 victory over the Green Bay […]

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Oddities

Who’s the weasel that stole the children’s slippers?

December 5, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Who’s the weasel that stole the children’s slippers?

Taking off one’s shoes when entering a home in Japan is customary. Likewise, preschoolers are instructed to remove their shoes and put on a pair of slippers that they store in dedicated cubby boxes overnight. […]

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Oddities

The sins are real, but the preacher is virtual: Swiss church features AI Jesus in confessional

December 5, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on The sins are real, but the preacher is virtual: Swiss church features AI Jesus in confessional

Artificial intelligence is being used in all sorts of areas these days, and believe it or not, that includes the church.  DW News reports that St. Peter’s Church in Lucerne, Switzerland, has basically outsourced confessions to a hologram […]

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Oh dear: Deer crashes into gym, does its business in locker room

December 5, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oh dear: Deer crashes into gym, does its business in locker room

You’ve heard of a gym rat, but what about a gym deer? Well, one Tennessee gym recently had to deal with just that, and let’s just say the animal was not a welcome member.  Competitive […]

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Lifestyle

Debt the halls: 66% of Americans will go into debt this holiday season

December 5, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Debt the halls: 66% of Americans will go into debt this holiday season

The holiday shopping season is upon us, and for many that means racking up the bills in order to check off all the gifts on their list. According to a new debt.com survey of 1,000 people, 66% of […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which US state is home to Arches National Park?

Arches National Park is located in Utah. Situated in the southeastern part of the state near the city of Moab, it is known for having the highest density of natural sandstone arches in the world. The park covers over 76,000 acres and features more than 2,000 of these natural structures.

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How many players are there in a standard ice hockey team?

An ice hockey team has six players on the ice at one time: one goaltender and five skaters (three forwards and two defensemen), though rosters are much larger, often around 20-25 players to allow for substitutions and injuries, with up to 20 dressed for a game.

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Whose novels include "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm"?

John Grisham is the author of the legal thriller novels "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm". A former attorney, Grisham has written numerous international bestsellers, many of which were adapted into major motion pictures, including these three titles, along with The Pelican Brief and A Time to Kill.

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What country has competitive office chair racing?

Japan is the primary country with organized, competitive office chair racing, known as the ISU-1 Grand Prix. Started in 2009, these endurance races involve 3-person teams navigating a 200-meter course for 2 hours, often in shopping districts across more than 20 cities. 

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What is the name for the soft white layer that forms on teeth?

The soft, white or pale yellow, sticky film that constantly forms on teeth is called dental plaque. It consists of bacteria, food particles, and saliva. If not removed daily through brushing and flossing, this bacterial film can harden into tartar (calculus) within 24 to 72 hours.

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