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San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi

December 10, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Self-driving Waymo taxis have gone viral for negative reasons involving the death of a beloved San Francisco bodega cat and pulling an illegal U-turn in front of police who were unable to issue […]

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Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix

December 9, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix

NEW YORK (AP) — Paramount on Monday launched a hostile takeover offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, initiating a potentially bruising battle with rival bidder Netflix to buy the company behind HBO, CNN and a famed movie studio along […]

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Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

December 9, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

NEW YORK (AP) — The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years. Writing in an essay on her website, Scott […]

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Takeover bid of parent company means limbo for CNN and some fellow cable networks

December 9, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Takeover bid of parent company means limbo for CNN and some fellow cable networks

Paramount Skydance’s hostile takeover bid of Warner Bros. Discovery places CNN and its sister cable networks squarely back into what is likely to be an extended period of management limbo. There was some relief at CNN with […]

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Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix

December 8, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix

NEW YORK (AP) — Paramount on Monday launched a hostile takeover offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, initiating a potentially bruising battle with rival bidder Netflix to buy the company behind HBO, CNN and a famed movie studio along […]

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Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl" music video featured which supermodel?

The "Uptown Girl model" refers to legendary American supermodel Christie Brinkley, the muse for Billy Joel's iconic 1983 hit "Uptown Girl," in whose music video she starred as the titular character. Brinkley, known for her multiple Sports Illustrated covers and long-term CoverGirl contract, recently released her memoir titled Uptown Girl, where she discusses her career, relationships (especially with Joel), and life experiences. 

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Which is larger, the U.S. gallon or the Imperial gallon?

The Imperial gallon is larger than the U.S. gallon; an Imperial gallon holds about 4.546 liters, while a U.S. gallon holds about 3.785 liters, making the Imperial gallon roughly 20% larger. The Imperial gallon is used in the UK and some Commonwealth nations, while the U.S. gallon is used exclusively in the United States. 

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What is botany the study of?

Botany is the scientific study of plants, a major branch of biology, exploring everything from their cellular functions and structures to their evolution, classification, ecological roles, and interactions with other organisms and the environment, covering diverse forms like algae, fungi, and vast trees. It's crucial for understanding food security, medicine, climate, and ecosystems, forming the basis for agriculture, forestry, and horticulture. 

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What year gave birth to the word "motel"?

The word "motel" was born in 1925, originating from the "Milestone Mo-Tel" (later Motel Inn) in San Luis Obispo, California, combining "motor" and "hotel" to describe roadside lodging for drivers. 

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What city is the capital of Maine?

The capital city of Maine is Augusta, located in Kennebec County, serving as the state's seat of government on the Kennebec River. It became the capital in 1827, chosen for its central location, and is known for its State House and historic sites like Fort Wester

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