"Every song is a portal into the past, a chance to connect with countless mundane moments from before: where you were, what you felt, who you were with when you happened to be listening to the same thing."

Perhaps my favorite episode of this podcast in a long time. We talk about Thurl Ravenscroft, odd Grinch theories, like the fact that his heart may expand and shrink regularly, if the chimneys are essentially pneumatic tubes, and that the Jim Carrey Grinch film had a key party in it.

Chances of the bill being passed this year are not high.

Despicable Me 4 tie-in smells more like popcorn while a waddling duck and an interactive pet monkey also feature A “fart blaster” with a repertoire of 15 sounds that blasts “fog fart rings” and a waddling mother duck are among the toys destined to appear on Christmas lists as experts predict a…

Hans Niemann is gearing up to play tens of thousands of players simultaneously at Web Summit. The chess world will try and break a new record at the Web Summit technology conference in Lisbon this week when Grandmaster Hans Niemann competes online against what he hopes will be tens of thousands of…

President-elect Donald Trump, on Tuesday, greenlit the formation of the Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE, the acronym which almost sounds like a parody of the cryptocurrency known as Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE). As the department promises to restructure federal agencies and reduce…

Mika’s beloved tale comes to Xbox for the first time, with updated graphics and a new photo mode. Explore Kaltenbach, bond with Windstorm, and uncover hidden secrets. Embark on a journey like no other as Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship – Remastered gallops onto Xbox for the first time! Dive into the captivating world […]

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Special relativity does not deal with acceleration, general relativity does not deal with non gravitational acceleration, which leave the theory of relativity imperfect. We will demonstrate some relativistic dynamical laws that specify relativistic acceleration, force and kinetic energy. Also, based on equivalence principle does gravitational mass vary with inertial mass? Newtonian kinematics defines motions of...

Good morning, and welcome to November! Next week, on Monday and Wednesday, we will be finishing up Harvest Hues. I …

Good morning, and Happy Monday! We’ll jump right into the exciting news – the embroidery kits for The Christmas Mitten …

Rapport is something we all seek, even if we don’t think about it every day. It’s that sense of connection, of feeling understood, and of moving smoothly with others in sync. Whether in our professional lives or at home, rapport matters—and it matters a lot more than we might realize. In today’s fast-paced, digital world, ... Read more

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Stress is a common experience that can either drive us toward success or hinder our progress if not managed effectively. What if you could understand stress better and turn it into something you can handle and even benefit from? This article will guide you through practical strategies for managing stress by blending effective techniques with ... Read more

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Stoner, gaymer, surfer lover. What say you? Smash or Pass?

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The cruelty is the point with these disgusting excuses for human beings. Maybe they can do something about illegal immigrant Elon while they're at it. The incompetent first Trump administration got their rear ends handed to them during their last attempt to deport all of the DREAMers who were living in the United States under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, otherwise known as DACA.

Now they're ready to do it again with Trump's plans for mass deportations, that would destroy the United States' economy.

Trump supporter Vivek Ramaswamy, who could end up with a job in the Trump administration, made an appearance on ABC's This Week, and was asked about whether Trump would actually follow through with his threat or not, and when host Jonathan Karl brought up the DREAMers, who were brought here as children, Ramaswamy basically told them all to pound sand.

KARL: Now, obviously, Trump's promised --and you've talked a lot about this, the -- you know, mass deportation of undocumented immigrants.

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A few years ago, I bought two orange traffic cones at a hardware store for twenty bucks. It was one of the best, most stress-relieving purchases I made. Parking space is scarce in big cities. In our car-centered culture, the rare days you absolutely need a large truck in a precise place can be a […]

頂きます(itadakimasu)

    Meaning: to receive
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• 頂きます。
  Thanks for the food (Before eating)
• お言葉に甘えてもう一杯頂きます。
  If you insist I'll have another drink.
• コーヒーをやめて紅茶を頂きます。
  I'd like to have tea instead of coffee.
• 今日は大統領から手紙を頂きました。
  I have received a letter from the president today.
• 先生に辞書をいただきました。
  I received a dictionary from the teacher.
• 社員「すみません、あした用事があるので、仕事を休ませていただきたいんですが。」社長「あしたか。ちょっと急でこまるんだけれど。」
  Employee: "please, tomorrow I have things to do. Would you let me have a day off ?" Boss: "Tomorrow? It is pretty sudden and I am bothered..."
• 火曜日、木曜日、土曜日にしていただけませんか。
  Would you mind do it on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday?

Is it too early to start talking about Christmas decor? Probably. But when IKEA drops a genius item like the VINTERFINT Wall Decoration, we can’t keep it under wraps. This space-saving tree is exactly the kind of clever solution we at IKEAhackers love. While nothing quite matches the magic of a traditional live tree, the VINTERFINT offers a chic alternative for those with tight spaces. As homes shrink and urban living spaces become more compact, the traditional Christmas tree is […]

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As the year draws to a close, the holiday season is upon us once again. Although we still have two months until Christmas, studies have shown decorating early is actually good for your mood. The vibrant colors and twinkling lights simply trigger the release feel-good dopamine, which in turn, boosts happiness and energy. I must admit, Christmas decor makes me grin like a kid with ice-cream, until I look at the price tag of tinsel and garlands and baubles. Yikes! […]

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Embed from Getty Images One long standing Christmas tradition at Fox news is perpetuating the mythological war on Christmas. While it is not a self-evident truth that Christmas is safe in the United States, the idea that there is such …Read more »

Nestled on the Rice University campus, amid multiple microhabitats and surrounded by green, you will see a small pavilion that looks a bit like an ancient Greek temple. But this pavilion was carefully crafted to have a modern design. It's sustainable, beautiful and an example that might just inspire campuses around the world.[...]

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Cats, like most animals, have developed camouflage appearances so that they blend into the background in their natural habitat. But they can also blend into the background in manmade spaces, like the kitchen cabinets, so they can hide and spy on their humans. Have you found the cat in the image above yet? It took me an embarrassing amount of time to see it, but now I can't un-see it. But that's just the beginning. In the picture below, you can easily see three cats. But there are four.

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The subreddit Find the Sniper is full of these kinds of puzzles -and they're not all cats. Bored Panda selected 30 very hard ones for a ranked list that may drive you insane. I believe finding the owl was the hardest. There are answers in the comments, but if you want to find the hidden thing on your own, you can click the credit under each photo and go the the original reddit post, where you can enlarge the picture greatly. If you try more than a couple, it will suck up hours of your time.   

I completed Mass Effect 2 a couple of days ago for the first time. This article contains spoilers…

Former President Donald Trump posted to social media an unsupported claim about "massive CHEATING" in Philadelphia, which he claimed had drawn the attention of law enforcement. The Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia district attorney, a Republican city council member and the Pennsylvania Department of State all refuted the claim.

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Two NASA telescopes helped an international team of astrophysicists peer far enough back in time to gain new insight on how black holes form.

In 1993, terrorists detonated a car-bomb in an underground garage of the World Trade Center complex in New York City, killing six, injuring more than a thousand, and causing more than $300 million in damage. In all, ten militant Islamist conspirators were convicted of involvement in the bombing, including Yousef, who also bombed an important Shia shrine in Iran in 1994 and later planned a large-scale terrorist scheme that included killing the pope. What alleged 9-11 mastermind is Yousef's uncle?

Dear Friends, At this special time of the year, RSS Ground team would like to send you its best greetings and wish you happy holidays. We express you our sincerest appreciation for being with RSS Ground. And we thank you for making our job enthralling and enjoyable. May God bless you and may the new […]

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May this Christmas be a fitting ending to a successful year for you. May the New Year bring fresh hopes and bright beginnings!

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Dear RSS Ground Users! We sincerely wish you happy holidays! May peace and prosperity always stay in your homes, May joy and happiness always follow you in your life. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Dear Friends, RSS Ground team wishes you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! May all your current plans and projects be successful and bring you joy and happiness. We have a lot of exciting plans for 2022 and will continue developing our service to make your work online easier. Happy Holidays!

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There is no perfect moment to take action for success, always strive to bring your ambition to life.  Wishing you great inspiration and success!

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The magic of the holiday season is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on the year that has flown by. Here at RSS Ground, we’ve been on an incredible journey, one that would not have been possible without you, our dedicated users. Your trust has empowered us to continuously enhance our offerings, […]

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Imagine slipping into a tranquil space, the soft aroma of essential oils filling the air, as the world outside slowly fades away. For many, this is the sanctuary sought after a long week of work or dealing with chronic pain. In that moment, whether it’s the gentle caress of a Swedish massage or the deep ... Read more

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When faced with pain or discomfort, many turn to massage therapy or chiropractic care to find relief. Understanding the differences between these two approaches is crucial for making an informed decision about which treatment is best for your needs. Understanding Chiropractic Care Chiropractic care focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues, particularly those related to ... Read more

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Jet lag is a common issue for anyone crossing multiple time zones. While various remedies exist, massage therapy stands out as an effective, natural method to help the body adjust and recover. This guide explores how this therapy can be utilized to alleviate the symptoms of jet lag, offering practical tips and techniques that can ... Read more

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The Event Horizon Telescope team has captured the first image of Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the center of the Milky Way.

The most Christmassy tree-topping festivities for trinkets, bratwursts and all things mulled this winter

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Trump goes into Alvin Braggs' and Letitia James' backyard, and takes a piss. And Chuck Schumer, Hillary Clinton, Kirsten Hillebrand...

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In the 2024 election, Donald Trump easily carried many predominantly Hispanic rural areas like Hidalgo County, Texas, and some mostly non-white precincts, such as mostly Asian areas of Brooklyn. As journalist Josh Kraushaar noted, “Trump carried PASSAIC County, New Jersey. Majority/Hispanic electorate and home to a sizable Orthodox Jewish constituency. Was a Dem stronghold for […]

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UKHSA's Prof Susan Hopkins said respirator masks may have worked no better than thin surgical masks.

Scientists launched an investigation after being baffled by seismic signals picked up across the world

The BBC's analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at footage said to show Yahya Sinwar's final moments.

The move comes after US officials were quoted saying they would not accept Hamas's presence in Qatar.