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To grandmother’s alcohol-free house in the Netherlands we go

December 15, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on To grandmother’s alcohol-free house in the Netherlands we go

The holidays can be a stressful time, and one way to deal with that stress is to down one or perhaps several alcoholic beverages. For residents of a senior facility in the Netherlands, though, that […]

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Chop the question: Helicopter path spells out man’s proposal

December 14, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Chop the question: Helicopter path spells out man’s proposal

While there aren’t any magic carpets in real life, if you’re looking to propose, a helicopter can be a pretty good substitute.  According to FlightRadar24, a man named Alexander enlisted the help of a chopper pilot in Poland to […]

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Killer whale makes killer fashion statement

December 14, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Killer whale makes killer fashion statement

The orcas are here to tell you that hats are back. Specifically, hats from the ’80s that are also dead fish. Back in 1987, a killer whale went whatever they called “viral” 37 years ago […]

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That’s a lot of dough: $31K worth of pies stolen from British chef

December 13, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on That’s a lot of dough: $31K worth of pies stolen from British chef

In what sounds like a lie you made up to explain why you were late for Thanksgiving dinner, five figures’ worth of pies were stolen from a van belonging to a Michelin-starred chef. Tommy Banks, […]

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Mars smooths over ridge-less candy situation with $2.50 compensation

December 13, 2024 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Mars smooths over ridge-less candy situation with $2.50 compensation

A customer who was not completely satisfied with his candy bar experience got a few bucks for his trouble. According to the BBC, Harry Seager, of England, was about to dig into a Mars bar when he saw […]

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Saturday 12/13

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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How many players are on the court at one time for a standard basketball team?

In a standard basketball game, each team has five players on the court at one time, making a total of ten players participating in the game. This rule is consistent across professional leagues (like the NBA), college basketball, and most other levels of play, with players typically filling roles like point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward, and center. 

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What is the Capital of Indiana?

Indianapolis, colloquially known as Indy, is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Indiana and the county seat of Marion County. Indianapolis is situated in the state's central till plain region along the west fork of the White River.

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Pratt, Windsor and "four-in-hand" all make reference to what piece of men's attire?

Pratt, Windsor, and "four-in-hand" are all names of different knots used to tie a necktie. These are among the most common and essential knots every man should know.

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What color did The Hulk originally start as?

The Hulk's original color in his debut comic book appearance was grey. He was changed to green in the second issue due to printing inconsistencies. Creator Stan Lee intended the Hulk to be grey to avoid associating the character with any particular ethnic group and to make him appear "scary and chilling".

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What vitamin is sometimes referred to as the "sunshine vitamin"?

The vitamin known as the "sunshine vitamin" is Vitamin D, because your skin produces it naturally when exposed to sunlight (UVB rays), converting a cholesterol compound into the active form of the vitamin. It's crucial for calcium absorption, strong bones, immune health, and muscle function, though many people don't get enough due to indoor lifestyles.

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