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What to know about security measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on What to know about security measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After a New Year’s Day attack struck at the heart of the French Quarter, officials in New Orleans say they are confident in the security plans they have in place for the Super Bowl. Upwards […]

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Washington lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to define the role of sheriff’s ‘posses’

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to define the role of sheriff’s ‘posses’

by Moe K. Clark, InvestigateWest, Washington State StandardFebruary 2, 2025 A bill that seeks to establish parameters for volunteers acting on behalf of a local sheriff’s office had a public hearing at the Washington State […]

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Washington Democratic leader loses bid for key post with national party

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington Democratic leader loses bid for key post with national party

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardFebruary 2, 2025 Washington state Democratic Party chair Shasti Conrad came up short Saturday night in her bid for a leadership post with the Democratic National Committee that would have […]

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Capitol Calendar

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Capitol Calendar

Here’s your Capitol Calendar report for the week of Feb. 3 – 7.

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Stumptown Fil’ and furiends predict more winter

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Stumptown Fil’ and furiends predict more winter

Filbert the beaver has made his furcast, with an assist from the Portland Trail Blazers  PORTLAND, Ore. — Keep those jackets on, Portlanders. Filbert the beaver — aka Stumptown Fil — has made his weather prediction at […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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How many dice are used in a standard game of backgammon by each player?

Each player uses two standard six-sided dice during their turn in a standard game of backgammon. 
  • Turn rolls: On each regular turn, a player rolls a pair (two) of dice to determine how far to move their checkers.

  • Doubles: If a player rolls matching numbers (doubles), they play that number four times instead of two.

  • Initial roll: To decide who goes first, each player rolls a single die.

  • Set contents: A complete backgammon set typically includes four dice total (two per player) so each person has their own pair, alongside a separate doubling cube.

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"Chili crab" is a dish from which country?

Chili crab is a signature dish from Singapore, where it is widely considered an unofficial national dish. 
  • Invention: The dish was created in Singapore in the 1950s by a local cook named Cher Yam Tian.

  • Recipe: She experimented by stir-frying mud crabs with bottled tomato sauce and chili sauce.

  • Evolution: In 1963, Singaporean chef Hooi Kok Wah refined the recipe by adding a thicker, savory gravy made with sambal, vinegar, and beaten eggs.

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What is the dot in the "i" called?

The dot on top of a lowercase "i" (and "j") is called a tittle. 
  • Meaning: It is a small point or stroke used as a diacritic (a distinguishing mark on a letter).

  • Origin: The word comes from the Latin word titulus, which means an inscription or heading.

  • Purpose: Scribes added it in the 11th century to tell the letter "i" apart from surrounding letters like m, n, or u in tight handwriting.

  • Common Phrase: The phrase "dot your i's and cross your t's" comes from taking great care with tiny writing details.

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Signet, cluster and solitaire are types of what?

Signet, cluster, and solitaire are types of rings.
  • Signet: A ring with a flat top that often features an engraved crest, initial, or seal.

  • Cluster: A design that groups multiple smaller stones closely together to create a large, sparkling look.

  • Solitaire: A simple style that features a single gemstone as the central focal point

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What would you use a closet auger for?

You use a closet auger, also called a toilet auger or toilet snake, to clear stubborn clogs and blockages in a toilet bowl's built-in trap where a standard plunger fails.

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