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California to begin selling affordable state-branded insulin beginning next year

October 16, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on California to begin selling affordable state-branded insulin beginning next year

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday that California will begin selling affordable insulin under its own label on Jan. 1, nearly three years after he first announced a partnership to sell state-branded generic drugs at lower […]

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California mpox cases raise concerns. But health officials say the risk remains low

October 16, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on California mpox cases raise concerns. But health officials say the risk remains low

NEW YORK (AP) — Two Californians diagnosed with mpox may be the first U.S. cases resulting from the local spread of a different version of the virus, health officials said. The Long Beach Department of […]

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Indonesia’s Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano unleashes new burst of hot ash

October 15, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Indonesia’s Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano unleashes new burst of hot ash

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, erupted for a second straight day Wednesday, spewing towering columns of hot ash that later blanketed villages. No casualties were immediately reported. […]

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What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?

October 15, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on What is the chikungunya virus now transmitted in the US for the first time in years?

A person living in the suburbs of New York City has tested positive for chikungunya, a mosquito-borne virus that is more often seen in South America and hasn’t been transmitted on the U.S. mainland in a […]

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Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

October 15, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones […]

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Friday 3/06

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What type of berry was once believed to cause birthmarks when eaten by pregnant women?

Strawberries were once widely believed in folklore to cause birthmarks in infants if a pregnant woman ate them or experienced an intense, unsatisfied craving for them.

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Who played Clark Kent in the first "Superman" movie in 1978?

In the 1978 film Superman (also known as Superman: The Movie), the role of Clark Kent was primarily portrayed by Christopher Reeve, while the character's teenage years were played by Jeff East. 

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What was the nickname of Cowboys defensive end Ed Jones?

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Ed Jones was famously known by the nickname "Too Tall." He received this moniker due to his exceptional height of 6 feet, 9 inches (2.06 m). 

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What US state is called the "Centennial State"?

Colorado is known as the "Centennial State."

The nickname was earned because Colorado was admitted to the Union as the 38th state on August 1, 1876, exactly 100 years after the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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Which artist's song was the 10 billionth iTunes download?

The 10 billionth song downloaded from the iTunes Store was "Guess Things Happen That Way" by American musician Johnny Cash. The milestone was reached on February 24, 2010, nearly seven years after the service launched.

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Saturday 3/07

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What is the metal or plastic tube fixed tightly around each end of a shoelace called?

The metal or plastic tube fixed tightly around each end of a shoelace is called an aglet (also spelled aiglet).  The primary role of an aglet is to bind the fibers of the lace together, keeping them from unraveling or fraying.

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In the 1991 movie "Thelma and Louise" who plays the part of Louise?

In the 1991 film Thelma & Louise, the part of Louise Sawyer is played by actress Susan Sarandon.

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What is the capital of Kentucky?

Frankfort is located in the inner Bluegrass region of central Kentucky, situated along the Kentucky River.  While it is the state capital, it is not Kentucky's largest city; with a population of approximately 28,602 as of the 2020 census, it ranks as the 13th-largest city in the state and the 4th-smallest U.S. state capital by population.

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What natural "Wonder of the World" lies off the east coast of Australia?

The natural "Wonder of the World" off the east coast of Australia is the Great Barrier Reef. It is the world's largest coral reef system, stretching over 2,300 kilometers (1,400 miles) along the coastline of Queensland.

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What are the grinding teeth called?

Molars are the largest and strongest teeth, located at the very back of the mouth. Their primary function is the heavy-duty grinding and crushing of food into small particles to aid in swallowing and digestion.

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