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Las Vegas named the most fun city in the US

December 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Las Vegas named the most fun city in the US

While one person’s idea of fun may sound like torture to another, there’s no doubt there are places where the majority of folks are likely to have a good time. A new list is letting people know where […]

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Samba Schutte talks Mr. Diabaté’s Pluribus return

December 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Samba Schutte talks Mr. Diabaté’s Pluribus return

Mr. Diabaté returns in this week’s episode of Pluribus. The character, played by Samba Schutte and first introduced in episode two, is one of 12 humans who are immune to an alien virus that connects everyone in the […]

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Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran score Critics Choice Awards nominations

December 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran score Critics Choice Awards nominations

Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran and KPop Demon Hunters have scored nominations for the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards. Ariana was nominated in the best supporting actress category for Wicked: For Good. The new song Stephen Schwartz wrote for Glinda specifically for the film, “The […]

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Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

December 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Weekend Watchlist: What’s new in theaters, on streaming

Ready, set, binge! Here’s a look at some of the new movies and TV shows coming to theaters and streaming services this weekend: NetflixJay Kelly: George Clooney stars in the latest Noah Baumbach film that also features Adam Sandler.  PeacockChristmas […]

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Newhouse Welcomes Secretary Wright for Visit on Energy Innovation and Hanford Mission

December 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Newhouse Welcomes Secretary Wright for Visit on Energy Innovation and Hanford Mission

TRI-CITIES – This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) hosted U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright in the Tri-Cities for visits to Department of Energy projects including the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and the Hanford Site.   […]

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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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