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Book finally returned after 46 years with a note and a smiley face

January 21, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Book finally returned after 46 years with a note and a smiley face

Don’t let anyone tell you to read at anything other than your own pace. However, 46 years is definitely a long time. The County of San Diego reports in an Instagram post that a book was finally […]

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Hop in: Rabbit keeps trying to jump into people’s cars

January 21, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Hop in: Rabbit keeps trying to jump into people’s cars

You would think an animal known for its hopping ability wouldn’t need any help with transportation, but this rabbit keeps looking for an extra set of wheels. According to the Denver Gazette, a rabbit was repeatedly […]

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Hoofing it: Horse takes a trip down England road

January 21, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Hoofing it: Horse takes a trip down England road

Hay is for horses, but streets full of cars are not. The Staffordshire police in England reports in an Instagram post that a horse apparently named Alice was loose on a local main road. “With the assistance of some motorists, […]

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Talon-ted emu eventually corralled in Florida after chase

January 20, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Talon-ted emu eventually corralled in Florida after chase

Emus may just be flightless birds, but they sure can run fast. That’s what Cpl. Keisler, of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office in Florida, discovered while trying to track down a runaway emu on the loose. “Cpl. […]

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Gray-test of all time: Goat tries to break into retirement home

January 20, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Gray-test of all time: Goat tries to break into retirement home

It’s tiring work being the GOAT, and perhaps that’s why this goat tried to break into a retirement home. Police in Auburn, Washington, received reports of a goat “attempting to gain entry” into a local senior […]

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Saturday 4/18

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What actress was Tom Cruise’s first wife?

Tom Cruise's first wife was actress Mimi Rogers. They were married on May 9, 1987, and divorced in February 1990. Rogers is credited with introducing Cruise to Scientology, as she was a member of the organization at the time.

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Which is the highest state in the US?

Colorado is generally considered the highest U.S. state, having the highest average elevation of 6,800 feet. However, Alaska holds the highest single point, with Denali peaking at 20,310–20,320 feet above sea level, which is also the highest point in North America.

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Acrophobia is more commonly known as the fear of what?

Acrophobia is an intense, irrational, and persistent fear of heights. It is a specific phobia categorized as an anxiety disorder that often causes severe panic, dizziness, and vertigo-like symptoms when an individual is in high places, such as on ladders, balconies, or bridges.

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Which writer adapted his own book for the 1989 film "Pet Sematary"?

Stephen King wrote the screenplay for the 1989 film Pet Sematary, adapting it from his own 1983 novel of the same name. 

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  • Involvement: King insisted on writing the script himself and that the film be shot in Maine, where the story was set.
  • Cameo: He also made a cameo appearance in the film as the minister at the funeral of Missy Dandridge.
  • The Adaptation: The film was directed by Mary Lambert and was a commercial success, often praised for being a faithful adaptation due to King's direct involvement.

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What is 400 in Roman numerals?

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