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Month: February 2026

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Rep. Gloria Mendoza leads House in honoring President’s Day

February 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Rep. Gloria Mendoza leads House in honoring President’s Day

The Washington House took a brief pause on the floor Monday to mark President’s Day, adopting a resolution honoring past presidents and the ideals they upheld. Grandview Republican Representative Gloria Mendoza led the chamber in honoring the accomplishments of presidents, […]

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House approves stricter penalties for drivers who ignore emergency barricades

February 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on House approves stricter penalties for drivers who ignore emergency barricades

New penalties may soon be in place for drivers who ignore emergency road closures and put first responders at risk. Lawmakers in the state House of Representatives gave overwhelming approval to a bill by Representative Joshua […]

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Business

Abduction of Mexican mine workers raises doubts over touted security improvements

February 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Abduction of Mexican mine workers raises doubts over touted security improvements

CONCORDIA, Mexico (AP) — Deep in the coastal mountains above the sparkling Pacific resort of Mazatlan, towns spaced along a twisting road appear nearly deserted, the quiet broken only by the occasional passing truck. It […]

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National / International

Daughter Pleads for Father’s Release From Chinese Prison

February 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Daughter Pleads for Father’s Release From Chinese Prison

Grace Jin Drexel says she just wants her father back and is hopeful President Donald Trump might be able to help. “We believe that it will take a miracle, but we also believe that, as a Christian, […]

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State Fires a Shot Against ‘Blacklisting’ Conservative Media

February 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on State Fires a Shot Against ‘Blacklisting’ Conservative Media

West Virginia state senators passed a bill to prohibit what it called “news censorship,” as other state legislatures have considered similar speech proposals.   Specifically, the “First Amendment Preservation Act” bans state agencies from entering contracts with […]

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Which country's wine might be labelled "DOCG"?

Wine labelled "DOCG" comes from Italy.  About DOCG Wine
  • Meaning: DOCG stands for Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin).

  • Highest Tier: It represents the highest and most rigorous quality classification for Italian wine.

  • Strict Rules: Wines with this label must follow strict production rules regarding geographic origin, permitted grape varieties, and aging.

  • Government Seal: Every bottle features a numbered government seal across the cap or cork to prevent fraud.

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What company's slogan is "Just Slightly Ahead of Our Time"?

Panasonic used the advertising slogan "Just Slightly Ahead of Our Time" from 1971 until 2003 in markets outside of Japan.

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What band released an album entitled "Business as Usual"?

The album "Business as Usual" was released by the Australian new wave band Men at Work. 
  • Release Date: November 9, 1981 (Australia); April 1982 (United States)

  • Notable Hits: "Who Can It Be Now?" and "Down Under"

  • Achievement: Spent 15 weeks at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200

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What Roman god is the month January named for?

January is named after Janus, the ancient Roman God of beginnings, transitions, gates, doorways, and duality. 
  • Two Faces: He is traditionally depicted with two faces—one looking backward into the past and one looking forward into the future.

  • Symbolism: This two-faced view made him a fitting symbol for the start of a new year, which bridges the old year and the upcoming one.

  • Calendar History: The original Roman calendar began in March, but January was added later and eventually became the first month of the year.

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What color is the 4-ball in a game of pool?

The 4 ball in a standard pool set is purple (solid purple). 
  • Traditional Sets: The 4 ball (and its striped partner, the 12 ball) is solid purple.

  • TV/Professional Sets: In televised tournaments, manufacturers like Aramith often replace the dark purple with pink so viewers and players can easily tell the 4 ball apart from the black 8-ball under bright studio lights.

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