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Oddities

Bestest dog deserves gold medal after crashing Olympic ski race

February 26, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Bestest dog deserves gold medal after crashing Olympic ski race

Not content with going on a W-A-L-K, this dog wanted to R-A-C-E. Cross-country skiers competing in an Olympic course during the ongoing Winter Games in Italy were surprised to see a dog run onto the […]

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Oddities

B-Dubs takes dub in lawsuit over boneless wings

February 26, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on B-Dubs takes dub in lawsuit over boneless wings

While Buffalo Wild Wings promises “Wings. Beer. Sports,” one person alleged that at least one-third of that slogan is going unfulfilled. Aimen Halim first sued the restaurant franchise in 2023, alleging that B-Dubs deceived customers […]

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Oddities

Eagle’s heart will go on after being rescued from icy Hudson River

February 26, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Eagle’s heart will go on after being rescued from icy Hudson River

While Jack slipped into the watery depths despite Rose’s door possibly having enough room on it for two people, this bald eagle avoided a similar icy fate. The injured bird was spotted floating on a piece of […]

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Lifestyle

Benefits of turning in together: Couples with the same bedtime are happier

February 26, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Benefits of turning in together: Couples with the same bedtime are happier

Not all couples go to bed at the same time, but it turns out they could be a lot happier if they did. A new Talker survey, conducted on behalf of Avocado Green Mattress, finds that the […]

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Entertainment

Pink comments on Rock Hall nomination; Billy Joel congratulates her

February 26, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Pink comments on Rock Hall nomination; Billy Joel congratulates her

Pink has been nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and if you’re surprised at that, well, so is she. She wrote on Instagram, “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominee. How is this […]

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Monday 5/04

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Who wrote the novel on which the movie, by the same name, "Jurassic Park" is based on?

The 1993 Jurassic Park movie is based on the 1990 science fiction novel of the same name written by Michael Crichton. Crichton was an acclaimed author, screenwriter, and producer who also co-wrote the screenplay for the film adaptation directed by Steven Spielberg. 

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Who was the first singer to have five #1 singles off of one album?

Michael Jackson was the first artist to have five #1 singles from one album, achieving this milestone with his 1987 album Bad. 
The five singles from the album that reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 are:
  • "I Just Can't Stop Loving You"
  • "Bad"
  • "The Way You Make Me Feel"
  • "Man in the Mirror"
  • "Dirty Diana" 
This record was later tied by Katy Perry with her album Teenage Dream in 2011. 

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What is the smallest instrument in an orchestra?

The smallest instrument in a standard symphony orchestra is the piccolo. It is a woodwind instrument, roughly half the size of a standard flute, and plays in the highest register of all orchestral instruments, producing notes an octave higher than the standard flute. 

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Which US state is nicknamed the "Treasure State"?

Montana is nicknamed the "Treasure State" because of its rich history of mineral reserves, particularly gold, silver, and copper. This nickname, dating back to 1895, highlights the state's significant mining industry, which is also reflected in its Spanish motto, "Oro y Plata" (Gold and Silver). 

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What is the more common name for an Apiarist?

The more common name for an apiarist is a beekeeper. While "apiarist" refers specifically to someone who manages bees—often for commercial honey production or pollination services—it is generally considered a more formal or technical term compared to "beekeeper".

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