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Life’s a beach: Man’s class ring found in sand years after being lost

February 11, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Life’s a beach: Man’s class ring found in sand years after being lost

This man’s high school ring survived not only the sands of time, but also literal sand. WLOX reports that a class ring belonging to Darien Ladner was discovered buried in the beaches of Pass Christian, Mississippi, 44 years […]

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What a racket: Cow causes lockdown after appearing on school tennis courts

February 11, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on What a racket: Cow causes lockdown after appearing on school tennis courts

Game, set, moo? Nebraska’s McCook Police Department reports that the local high and middle schools were put on lockdown after a cow appeared on the high school tennis courts. “This keeps students and staff in the building and […]

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Take a ride across frozen sea on Estonia’s ice road

February 11, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Take a ride across frozen sea on Estonia’s ice road

HIIUMAA, Estonia (AP) — Temperatures in northern Europe have been so low that citizens of Estonia can now drive across a 20-kilometer (12 1/2-mile) stretch of frozen sea linking the country’s two main islands. The […]

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That’s ruff: ‘Pooch pirates’ make off with packages in OKC

February 10, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on That’s ruff: ‘Pooch pirates’ make off with packages in OKC

While porch pirates are known for stealing packages from outside your door, Oklahoma City is dealing with another type of thief: “pooch pirates.” The Oklahoma City Police Department has shared footage of two dogs swiping packages from […]

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Always hot & ready: Man starts making pizzas after breaking into Little Caesars

February 10, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Always hot & ready: Man starts making pizzas after breaking into Little Caesars

Pizza, pizza? More like prison, prison! That may be what’s facing Jonathon Hackett, who’s been charged with multiple felonies after breaking into a North Carolina Little Caesars location. According to The Charlotte Observer, Hackett, a former Little Caesars […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which US state is home to Arches National Park?

Arches National Park is located in Utah. Situated in the southeastern part of the state near the city of Moab, it is known for having the highest density of natural sandstone arches in the world. The park covers over 76,000 acres and features more than 2,000 of these natural structures.

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How many players are there in a standard ice hockey team?

An ice hockey team has six players on the ice at one time: one goaltender and five skaters (three forwards and two defensemen), though rosters are much larger, often around 20-25 players to allow for substitutions and injuries, with up to 20 dressed for a game.

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Whose novels include "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm"?

John Grisham is the author of the legal thriller novels "The Chamber", "The Client", and "The Firm". A former attorney, Grisham has written numerous international bestsellers, many of which were adapted into major motion pictures, including these three titles, along with The Pelican Brief and A Time to Kill.

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What country has competitive office chair racing?

Japan is the primary country with organized, competitive office chair racing, known as the ISU-1 Grand Prix. Started in 2009, these endurance races involve 3-person teams navigating a 200-meter course for 2 hours, often in shopping districts across more than 20 cities. 

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What is the name for the soft white layer that forms on teeth?

The soft, white or pale yellow, sticky film that constantly forms on teeth is called dental plaque. It consists of bacteria, food particles, and saliva. If not removed daily through brushing and flossing, this bacterial film can harden into tartar (calculus) within 24 to 72 hours.

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