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Murray, DeLauro, Baldwin Demand Answers on RFK Jr.’s Plans to Gut HHS

March 31, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Murray, DeLauro, Baldwin Demand Answers on RFK Jr.’s Plans to Gut HHS

Top appropriators press Trump administration for details about its vast, illegal plans to unilaterally weaken and reorganize HHS—calling for the “radical transparency” it has promised but utterly failed to deliver Washington, D.C. — Today, Senator Patty […]

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New $5B plan to fund culvert removals unveiled by WA senators

March 31, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on New $5B plan to fund culvert removals unveiled by WA senators

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardMarch 31, 2025 Washington state senators revealed a proposal Monday to raise billions of dollars to pay for the court-ordered removal of culverts blocking the migration of salmon and other […]

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Washington Democrats divided on school funding plans

March 31, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington Democrats divided on school funding plans

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardMarch 31, 2025 Funding of Washington’s public schools is one of the tougher wrinkles House and Senate budget writers must iron out in the weeks ahead. Democrat-drafted proposals in the […]

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Domestic workers would gain new protections under Washington bill

March 31, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Domestic workers would gain new protections under Washington bill

by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero, Washington State StandardMarch 31, 2025 Ana Rosa Bello broke down in tears as she recalled the repeated abuse she has endured as a housekeeper in Seattle.  Bello described wage theft, discrimination, […]

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Oregonians ask Legislature to let voters decide on constitutional right to healthy climate

March 31, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oregonians ask Legislature to let voters decide on constitutional right to healthy climate

by Alex Baumhardt, Washington State StandardMarch 31, 2025 By the time Joanna Rogers got to give testimony at the Capitol on a bill that could one day help enshrine the right to a healthy and […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl" music video featured which supermodel?

The "Uptown Girl model" refers to legendary American supermodel Christie Brinkley, the muse for Billy Joel's iconic 1983 hit "Uptown Girl," in whose music video she starred as the titular character. Brinkley, known for her multiple Sports Illustrated covers and long-term CoverGirl contract, recently released her memoir titled Uptown Girl, where she discusses her career, relationships (especially with Joel), and life experiences. 

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Which is larger, the U.S. gallon or the Imperial gallon?

The Imperial gallon is larger than the U.S. gallon; an Imperial gallon holds about 4.546 liters, while a U.S. gallon holds about 3.785 liters, making the Imperial gallon roughly 20% larger. The Imperial gallon is used in the UK and some Commonwealth nations, while the U.S. gallon is used exclusively in the United States. 

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What is botany the study of?

Botany is the scientific study of plants, a major branch of biology, exploring everything from their cellular functions and structures to their evolution, classification, ecological roles, and interactions with other organisms and the environment, covering diverse forms like algae, fungi, and vast trees. It's crucial for understanding food security, medicine, climate, and ecosystems, forming the basis for agriculture, forestry, and horticulture. 

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What year gave birth to the word "motel"?

The word "motel" was born in 1925, originating from the "Milestone Mo-Tel" (later Motel Inn) in San Luis Obispo, California, combining "motor" and "hotel" to describe roadside lodging for drivers. 

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What city is the capital of Maine?

The capital city of Maine is Augusta, located in Kennebec County, serving as the state's seat of government on the Kennebec River. It became the capital in 1827, chosen for its central location, and is known for its State House and historic sites like Fort Wester

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