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Oddities

Now-retired Ford employee unveils list of over 2,000 malapropisms uttered by co-workers

April 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Now-retired Ford employee unveils list of over 2,000 malapropisms uttered by co-workers

In the daily life of corporate America, we imagine that countless idioms and turns of phrases are butchered on a daily basis. Now Mike O’Brien has the proof. O’Brien, a recently retired Ford sales executive, kept track […]

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Oddities

Pet bird comes dangerously close to reacting Sylvester & Tweety routine with snake

April 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Pet bird comes dangerously close to reacting Sylvester & Tweety routine with snake

A pet bird in Australia was almost sent to the big birdcage in the sky after its home was invaded by a snake. As reported by the Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers service, they were called to a […]

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Oddities

Hot dog! Escaped dachshund survives 16 months in wilds of South Australia

April 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Hot dog! Escaped dachshund survives 16 months in wilds of South Australia

Never doubt the hardiness of the wiener dog.  According to The Guardian, a miniature dachshund has survived for over 16 months in the wilds of South Australia’s Kangaroo Island after getting loose from her pet parents. The nearly […]

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Lifestyle

Big festivals are fun, but we’re all on the struggle bus afterward

April 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Big festivals are fun, but we’re all on the struggle bus afterward

As festival season heats up, lots of us are looking forward to the fun weekends that events like Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza and Stagecoach bring. The way we feel after? Well, not so much. A new study […]

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Entertainment

Madonna reveals she and Elton John have made up: ‘Forgiveness is a powerful tool’

April 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Madonna reveals she and Elton John have made up: ‘Forgiveness is a powerful tool’

Over the years Elton John has publicly said numerous nasty things about Madonna. But the two have finally made up — and may even collaborate in the future. To recap: In 2012 Elton told an interviewer that Madonna looked like a “fairground […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What is the soft, triangular, fleshy part of the inside of a horse's hoof called?

The soft, triangular, fleshy part on the underside of a horse's hoof is called the frog, a crucial V-shaped structure that acts as a shock absorber, provides traction, and helps pump blood through the leg, preventing fluid from pooling

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Cincinnati chili is served over what?

Cincinnati chili is famously served over spaghetti, creating a "two-way," or as a topping for hot dogs ("coneys"), often with shredded cheddar cheese, onions, and beans in various combinations known as "ways" (3-way, 4-way, 5-way). It's a distinct, sauce-like meat topping with a unique blend of spices, unlike traditional chili. 

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What does "UL" in a circle mean, when found on electrical equipment?

The "UL" in a circle on electrical equipment signifies that the product has been tested and certified by UL Solutions (formerly Underwriters Laboratories), a global safety science company, meaning it meets rigorous safety, quality, and performance standards for North America, reducing risks for consumers and ensuring compliance with regulations. This iconic mark indicates the product, from small appliances to large systems, has passed independent, third-party evaluations for potential hazards like electrical shock or fire. 

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Who was the first player in NBA history to play in over 1,000 consecutive games?

The first and only player in NBA history to play over 1,000 consecutive games was A.C. Green, known as the "Iron Man," who holds the all-time record with 1,192 straight games from 1986 to 2001, making him the only player to surpass the 1,000-game milestone. 

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Who is Snoopy's arch enemy?

Snoopy's arch-enemy, primarily in his fantasy as the World War I Flying Ace, is the infamous Red Baron, a German fighter pilot based on the real-life Manfred von Richthofen, who Snoopy constantly battles in his imaginary dogfights from his doghouse. Another recurring antagonist in his daydreams, though less central, is the Cat Next Door. 

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