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Polarization: Merriam-Webster says politics was the word in 2024

December 18, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Polarization: Merriam-Webster says politics was the word in 2024

And the word of the year is … polarization, according to Merriam-Webster.com. If you’re struggling to put your finger on exactly what the word means, you’re just like many of the folks who looked it up […]

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The baby names to watch as Gen Alpha shifts to Beta

December 16, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on The baby names to watch as Gen Alpha shifts to Beta

What’s in a name? For parents today, the answer is: everything. A baby’s name isn’t just a label, it’s a reflection of identity, heritage and values. As Gen Alpha ends on Dec. 31, 2024, and […]

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Is there a doctor in the house? New survey reveals what kids want to be when they grow up

December 15, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Is there a doctor in the house? New survey reveals what kids want to be when they grow up

When they’re young a lot of kids say they want to be a fireman or a princess when they grow up, but obviously that begins to change over time — at least for some. A new […]

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The most popular pet names of 2024

December 14, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on The most popular pet names of 2024

While some folks like to be unique when naming their pets, there are plenty of folks who stick to tried and true names for their four-legged friends, and there are certainly some names that are more […]

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Mocha Mousse named Pantone Color of the Year for 2025

December 13, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Mocha Mousse named Pantone Color of the Year for 2025

Get ready to see a lot of brown next year, because Pantone has named Mocha Mousse their Color of the Year for 2025. The company describes Mocha Mousse as “an evocative soft brown that transports our senses into […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What cartoon was created by Gary Larson?

Gary Larson is best known for creating the popular and surreal single-panel cartoon series The Far Side, which was syndicated in newspapers from 1980 to 1995. 

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In what year did Richard Nixon resign as President of the US?

Richard Nixon resigned as President of the United States in 1974.

  • Announcement: Nixon announced his resignation in a television address on the evening of August 8, 1974.
  • Effective Date: The resignation became effective at noon on August 9, 1974.
  • Succession: Vice President Gerald Ford was sworn in as president on August 9, 1974, following the resignation.
  • Reason: The resignation was a direct result of the Watergate scandal, following the release of the "smoking gun" tape which proved he was involved in the cover-up. 

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What is the name of the six-pointed star which is the symbol of Judaism?

The six-pointed star used as a symbol of Judaism is called the Star of David, or in Hebrew, Magen David (מָגֵן דָּוִד), which translates to "Shield of David". It consists of two interlocking equilateral triangles. 

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What is the slowest moving, living land mammal?

The three-toed sloth (Bradypus) is officially recognized as the slowest land mammal, moving at an average speed of about 0.15 mph (roughly 1 foot per minute). They travel only about 41 yards per day to conserve energy, relying on a low-metabolism diet of leaves and rarely leaving trees.

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"The Da Vinci Code" repeats the myth that the glass pyramid in front of the Louvre consists of how many panes?

"The Da Vinci Code" repeats the urban legend that the main glass pyramid in front of the Louvre consists of 666 panes. This number is used in the novel to fuel conspiracies regarding "the number of the beast". However, the Louvre has stated the actual number of glass panels is 673 (consisting of 603 rhombi and 70 triangles). 

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