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Bones of ancient child suggest humans could have interbred with Neanderthals earlier than thought

August 23, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Bones of ancient child suggest humans could have interbred with Neanderthals earlier than thought

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Modern humans and Neanderthals were interacting 100,000 years earlier than previously thought, according to researchers who used CT scans and 3D mapping to study the bones of a child they believe was the […]

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Congress: Stop Medicare Advantage Overpayments, Improve the Program

August 20, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Congress: Stop Medicare Advantage Overpayments, Improve the Program

Today, 54% of all Medicare patients get their coverage through Medicare Advantage, or MA. That’s Medicare’s popular system of private health plans—and currently, it’s the only viable alternative to enrollment in traditional (fee-for service) Medicare. But future payment for […]

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What to know about powerful Hurricane Erin as it heads past the US East Coast

August 20, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on What to know about powerful Hurricane Erin as it heads past the US East Coast

Hurricane Erin is creating potentially deadly beach conditions all along the U.S. East Coast days before the largest waves are expected, with high winds and flooding anticipated in North Carolina by Wednesday night. Erin lost some strength Tuesday […]

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Scientists get a rare peek inside of an exploding star

August 20, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Scientists get a rare peek inside of an exploding star

NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists for the first time have spotted the insides of a dying star as it exploded, offering a rare peek into stellar evolution. Stars can live for millions to trillions of years until […]

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NASA’s Webb telescope finds a new tiny moon around Uranus

August 19, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on NASA’s Webb telescope finds a new tiny moon around Uranus

NEW YORK (AP) — The Webb Space Telescope has spotted a new tiny moon orbiting Uranus. The new member of the lunar gang, announced Tuesday by NASA, appears to be just six miles (10 kilometers) wide. It […]

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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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