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Teachers are happy with cellphone bans; students are more ambivalent

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Teachers are happy with cellphone bans; students are more ambivalent

by Conor Wilson, Washington State StandardAugust 22, 2025 When the Peninsula School District implemented one of Washington’s first bans on cellphones in the classroom two years ago, Keyna Houston said it could not have come soon enough. […]

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Washington governor and AG stand by state prison notifications to ICE

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington governor and AG stand by state prison notifications to ICE

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardAugust 22, 2025 Dozens of Democratic lawmakers in the Washington Legislature have pushed in recent months to reassess how the state Department of Corrections shares information with federal immigration authorities. […]

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Match-ups for legislative seats set for Washington’s November election

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Match-ups for legislative seats set for Washington’s November election

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardAugust 21, 2025 With Washington state’s primary in the books, the focus shifts to the November general election for nine Democratic state lawmakers seeking to keep seats to which they […]

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Remote participation now firmly embedded in WA Legislature

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Remote participation now firmly embedded in WA Legislature

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardAugust 21, 2025 Washington state lawmakers long resisted routinely taking testimony from those not seated in a committee hearing room. But when forced by the pandemic to operate remotely for […]

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Portland VA Medical Center to receive infrastructure improvements

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Portland VA Medical Center to receive infrastructure improvements

PORTLAND, OR – The Department of Veterans Affairs will realign an additional $800 million this fiscal year as part of the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program, which makes infrastructure improvements to health care facilities to ensure safe […]

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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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