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Post by sandipaws on Nov 15, 2021 10:35:17 GMT -5
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Each year on November 15, millions of people across the United States take part in America Recycles Day. The day raises awareness about recycling and the purchasing of recycled products.
How we recycle and reuse products are important. For example, one-use water bottles flood America’s waterways and landfills at a rate of 60 million per day. Reducing this number can be achieved with water filtration devices and using portable re-usable drinking bottles and cups.
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 16, 2021 2:01:44 GMT -5
There Are Frogs Smaller Than Your Fingernails. In March 2019, three new species of incredibly itty-bitty frogs were discovered in Madagascar, according to the journal PLOS One. The largest of the frogs was a teensy-weensy 1.4 centimeters in length, while the tiniest is 0.8 centimeters, which is smaller than your fingernail. The frogs are now thought to be among the smallest vertebrates on the planet and have been added to an appropriately named genus that was made up just for them: Mini. Specifically, they've been deemed Mini mum, Mini scule, and Mini ature. Evolutionary biologist Mark Scherz explained, "We searched all the databases we could find, and nobody seemed to have used the [Mini] name before. From there, the puns just fell into place."
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Post by johnmori on Nov 16, 2021 5:27:55 GMT -5
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November 16, 1855
David Livingstone becomes the first European to see the Victoria Falls in what is now Zambia-Zimbabwe.
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Post by BillG on Nov 16, 2021 8:17:58 GMT -5
Who Knew??? November 16th is "National Fast Food Day".
 
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Post by soutxed on Nov 16, 2021 9:14:53 GMT -5
Nov. 16, 1914, the newly created Federal Reserve Banks opened in 12 cities. This agency has more control over the economy than the President or Congress.
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 16, 2021 12:09:31 GMT -5
Who Knew???  National Check Your Wipers Day on November 16th reminds drivers to regularly check their windshield wipers to ensure optimum visibility in the event of inclement weather on the road.
In 2020, AAA reported 50.6 million people traveled by automobile for the Thanksgiving holiday, making it one of the year’s busiest travel weekends. As many Americans plan to hit the road, it’s important to remind them to proactively check their wipers. Visibility is an important factor in driving in poor weather conditions.
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 24% of all accidents are weather-related.
A survey by MICHELIN® Wiper Blades found that 92% of drivers agree that poor wiper blades can affect their driving ability. However, 90% of drivers do not plan the time to check their wipers properly and 55%+ don’t know how to check their wiper blades properly.
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 17, 2021 0:30:48 GMT -5
A "Gowpen" Is What You Call It When You Cup Your Hands. A "gowpen" is the term for the useful hollow area that you create to scoop or cup water.
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Post by johnmori on Nov 17, 2021 7:21:29 GMT -5
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November 17, 1800
The United States Congress holds its first session in Washington, D.C.
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Post by soutxed on Nov 17, 2021 8:24:32 GMT -5
November 17, 1973, President Richard Nixon told Associated Press managing editors in Orlando, Florida: “People have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. Well, I’m not a crook.”
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Post by BillG on Nov 17, 2021 8:54:01 GMT -5
Who Knew??? November 17th is "National Butter Day".
 
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 17, 2021 11:19:19 GMT -5
Who Knew???   On November 17th, homes will fill with warm, comforting aromas reminding us to slow down and enjoy National Homemade Bread Day. Yeast bread calls for us to slow down. We need to spend time with each other as we work the dough and let it rest and rise before baking. Quick breads allow a special treat to share and enjoy with coffee or tea. Other homemade breads, such as donuts, pretzels, muffins, and biscuits, add variety to our everyday meals. And making them with friends and family brings joy and an opportunity to exchange recipes.
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 17, 2021 23:59:02 GMT -5
Spotted Skunks Do Handstands. Unfortunately, this cute little dance only happens before it sprays. So if you see it, get out of there Fast.
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Post by BillG on Nov 18, 2021 7:15:30 GMT -5
Who knew??? November 18th is "National Princess Day".
 
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Post by johnmori on Nov 18, 2021 7:20:22 GMT -5
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November 18, 326
The old St. Peter's Basilica is consecrated by Pope Sylvester I
November 18, 1626
The new St Peter's Basilica is consecrated.
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Post by soutxed on Nov 18, 2021 9:24:49 GMT -5
November 18, 1999, 12 people were killed when a bonfire under construction at Texas A-and-M University collapsed.
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