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Post by soutxed on Nov 25, 2021 8:37:49 GMT -5
Nov. 25, 1986, the Iran-Contra affair erupted as President Ronald Reagan and Attorney General Edwin Meese revealed that profits from secret arms sales to Iran had been diverted to Nicaraguan rebels.
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 25, 2021 9:30:19 GMT -5
Who Knew???  Each year on the fourth Thursday in November recognizes the National Day of Mourning. The observance is an opportunity to reflect on Native American heritage and the role Thanksgiving played in the lives of their ancestors.
The organizers of this observance consider Thanksgiving Day as a continued reminder of the democide and suffering of Native American people. Since 1970, participants in the National Day of Mourning have honored Native ancestors and their struggles to survive today. Part of the mission behind the event is to educate Americans about the history of Thanksgiving.
Organized by United American Indians of New England (UAINE) during a period of Native American activism, the march has brought about revisions in the depiction of United States history and government and settler relationships with Native American peoples as well as a renewed appreciation for their culture.
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 26, 2021 0:55:27 GMT -5
Early Horses Had 14 Toes Total, While Modern Horses Only Have Four. Equine is the term for animals who have a single toe on each foot, such as zebras, donkeys, and horses. But these are modern creatures. Their ancient ancestors that lived around 55 million years ago were not only smaller (more dog-like in size), but they also had 14 toes — four toes on their front feet and three on their back.
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Post by johnmori on Nov 26, 2021 7:16:07 GMT -5
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November 26, 1917
The National Hockey League is formed, with the Montreal Canadiens, Montreal Wanderers, Ottawa Senators, Quebec Bulldogs, and Toronto Arenas as its first teams.
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Post by soutxed on Nov 26, 2021 10:06:31 GMT -5
November 26, 2000, Florida Secretary of State Katherine Harris certified George W. Bush the winner over Al Gore in the state’s presidential balloting by a 537-vote margin.
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 26, 2021 12:07:32 GMT -5
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Post by BillG on Nov 26, 2021 12:23:12 GMT -5
Who Knew??? November 26th, 2021 is "Buy Nothing Day".
 
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 27, 2021 0:13:41 GMT -5
There Has Been One Documented Albino Penguin Chick. Penguins are undeniably quirky creatures and baby penguins are absolutely adorable. But the baby albino penguin born at a Polish zoo in December 2018 is almost too cute to believe. And while its white feathers might look cool, Vikki McCloskey, curator of the California Academy of Science Steinhart Aquarium, explained to IFL Science that it will likely affect how other penguins view him. "Juvenile penguins don't have their tuxedos until they go through their first adult molt," she said. "If this bird never gets a tuxedo then I imagine the other birds would consider it a juvenile no matter how old it is."
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Post by johnmori on Nov 27, 2021 7:22:40 GMT -5
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November 27, 1924
In New York City, the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held.
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Post by soutxed on Nov 27, 2021 8:47:45 GMT -5
November 27, 989 World’s first living liver transplant. 21-month-old Alyssa Smith became the first person to receive a liver transplant from a living donor, her mother Teresa Smith at the University of Chicago Medical Center. The transplant occurred under the supervision of surgeons Christoph Broelsch, Richard Thistlethwaite, Thomas Heffron, and Jean Emond.
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 27, 2021 11:14:45 GMT -5
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Each year on November 27th, National Bavarian Cream Pie Day recognizes a pie that makes a grand entrance. This rich and delectable dessert is possible, thanks to the French chef, Marie-Antione Carême.
In the early 19th century, Carême established many of the French cooking techniques still used today. He’s even given credit for abolishing some practices from his kitchens. One dessert Carême receives credit for includes the creation of Bavarian cream. Perhaps he didn’t create it but perfected this gelatin-based pastry cream. Initially, gourmet restaurants and luxury hotels served Bavarian cream pie in France in the early 19th century.
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Post by MidnightSun on Nov 27, 2021 23:47:18 GMT -5
Stephen King Bought — and Smashed — the Automobile That Nearly Killed Him. Prolific horror writer Stephen King laughed death in the face when he purchased the van that hit and nearly killed him in 1999. "I'm going to take a sledgehammer and beat it!" King announced to Maine's Bridgton News after shelling out $1,500 for the car.
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Post by johnmori on Nov 28, 2021 7:31:11 GMT -5
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November 28, 1943
World War II: Tehran Conference: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin meet in Tehran, Iran, to discuss war strategy.
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Post by soutxed on Nov 28, 2021 8:51:17 GMT -5
November 28, 1964 NASA launches Mariner 4. The first spacecraft to make a flyby of Mars, the spacecraft was the first one to send images of a planet back to Earth.
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Post by sandipaws on Nov 28, 2021 11:05:43 GMT -5
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Each year on November 28th, people across the United States enjoy National French Toast Day. Also known as eggy bread or omelet bread, it makes a great breakfast for guests or part of a brunch.
Home cooks and professionals alike whip up a few personal favorites when it comes to french toast recipes. The base consists of eggs and milk whisked together. Bread is dipped into the mixture and fried until golden. Many people also add some sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon to the base.
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