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Zuckerberg, Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

November 6, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Zuckerberg, Chan shift bulk of philanthropy to science, focusing on AI and biology to curb disease

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. (AP) — For the past decade, Dr. Priscilla Chan and her husband Mark Zuckerberg have focused part of their philanthropy on a lofty goal — “to cure, prevent or manage all disease” […]

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Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs

November 6, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump unveiled a deal Thursday with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and reduce prices for the popular obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy. Known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, the […]

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Japan deploys the military to counter a surge in bear attacks

November 5, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Japan deploys the military to counter a surge in bear attacks

TOKYO (AP) — Japan deployed troops Wednesday to help contain a surge of bear attacks that have terrorized residents in a mountainous region in the northern prefecture of Akita. Reports of sometimes deadly encounters with brown bears […]

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Scientists spot the brightest flare yet from a supermassive black hole

November 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Scientists spot the brightest flare yet from a supermassive black hole

NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have spotted the brightest flare yet from a supermassive black hole that shines with the light of 10 trillion suns. These bursts of light and energy can come from things like tangled-up […]

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Mississippi mother kills escaped monkey fearing for her children’s safety

November 3, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Mississippi mother kills escaped monkey fearing for her children’s safety

One of the monkeys that escaped last week after a truck overturned on a Mississippi highway was shot and killed early Sunday by a woman who says she feared for the safety of her children. Jessica Bond […]

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Monday 4/27

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which US state is nicknamed "Land of 10,000 Lakes"?

Minnesota is the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," a nickname highlighting its immense water resources, though the state actually contains 11,842 lakes of 10 acres or more. Formed by retreating glaciers, these lakes are a major feature of the state's geography, tourism, and culture, primarily used for recreation like fishing, boating, and ice fishing.

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Transom, poop and keel are all parts of a what?

Transom, poop, and keel are all parts of a boat or ship. 

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  • Transom: The flat, vertical surface at the stern (rear) where an outboard motor is often attached.
  • Poop: The stern, or highest rear deck of a ship.
  • Keel: The structural backbone running along the bottom of the hull for stability.

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In the movie "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off", what was Ferris’ girlfriend’s first name?

In the movie "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off", what was Ferris’ girlfriend’s first name?

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Who said "You'd be surprised how much it costs to look this cheap"?

Dolly Parton is the country singer and songwriter who famously said, "You'd be surprised how much it costs to look this cheap!". She often used this line to describe her meticulously crafted, over-the-top image, noting that her style was inspired by the "town tramp".

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What comet can be seen from Earth about every 75 years?

Halley's Comet (officially designated 1P/Halley) is the famous comet that can be seen from Earth with the naked eye approximately every 75–76 years. It last passed through the inner solar system in 1986 and is projected to return in 2061. It is the only short-period comet visible to the naked eye that can appear twice in a human lifetime.

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