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FBI says it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group

January 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on FBI says it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plan inspired by Islamic State group

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The FBI said Friday it disrupted a New Year’s Eve attack plot targeting a grocery store and fast-food restaurant in North Carolina, arresting an 18-year-old man who authorities say pledged loyalty […]

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Earthquake with 6.5 magnitude rattles southern and central Mexico killing 2

January 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Earthquake with 6.5 magnitude rattles southern and central Mexico killing 2

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A strong earthquake rattled southern and central Mexico on Friday, interrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum ’s first press briefing of the new year as seismic alarms sounded and leaving at least two people dead. The earthquake […]

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Zelenskyy names Ukraine’s head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff

January 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Zelenskyy names Ukraine’s head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday appointed the head of Ukraine’s military intelligence as his new chief of staff, a move that comes as the U.S. leads a diplomatic push to end […]

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Trump and top Iranian officials exchange threats over protests roiling Iran

January 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Trump and top Iranian officials exchange threats over protests roiling Iran

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and top Iranian officials exchanged dueling threats Friday as widening protests swept across parts of the Islamic Republic, further escalating tensions between the countries after America bombed Iranian […]

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Kim’s daughter visits family mausoleum, promoting her potential status as heir in North Korea

January 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Kim’s daughter visits family mausoleum, promoting her potential status as heir in North Korea

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made her first known visit to a sacred family mausoleum, a step that experts say bolstered her status as her father’s potential heir. The […]

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Monday 10/05

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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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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