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7 Things You Need to Know (12-4-23)

National Cookie Day….More HERE

[LIST] The best memes of 2023….. More HERE

Language experts at Oxford University Press chose “Rizz” as its word of the year….. More HERE

NASA will land daring spacecraft on a world 800 million miles away…. More HERE

Vanessa Hudgens got married over the weekend…..More HERE

Deion Sanders and Tracey Edmonds have called off their engagement….More HERE

The average American has gone on $3,025 dollars worth of dates in the past year….More HERE

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Weird News:

An Orlando man was arrested for quitting his job…because his job was transporting prison inmates. Joshua James Pinquet was driving with four inmates in his van when he allegedly veered off-course. Pinquet was traveling on I-40 when he decided he was going to quit his job and would not deliver the prisoners. Deputies said he was supposed to stop in Hickory, North Carolina, but just kept going. He’s being charged with felony second-degree kidnapping and felony larceny…..More HERE

‘Christmas tree syndrome’ is real….More HERE

Eating Crunchy Foods Is the Secret To Losing Weight: The Daily Mail says eating crunchy foods may be the secret to losing weight. Wageningen University researchers found that when people had to chew more, they ate half as fast and consumed about a fifth less food.  The study also showed that people ate 26% fewer calories when they had a crunchy lunch.

Residents Upset With Town’s “Pathetic” Xmas Tree: The Daily Star says New South Wales, Australia residents are upset with the town’s “pathetic” Christmas tree. The tree was decorated with sparse and haphazard lights.  One resident called it the “Ugly Mr. Squiggle” tree and criticized the City Council for their lack of effort. The Council responded by saying they don’t have the budget or resources for a more elaborate display.

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7 Things You Need to Know (12-1-23)

Both lanes of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge heading into Wilmington are set to close on Jan. 3 until the Azalea Festival in April…More HERE

Sandra Day O’Connor, the first female justice on the Supreme Court, has died….. More HERE

Bhad Bhabie, aka Danielle Bregoli, is pregnant…. More HERE

All the songs in Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ Movie…. More HERE

How chinstrap penguins survive on 10,000 naps a day….More HERE

[RECAP] Golden Bachelor finale….More HERE

Jussie Smollett lost his appeal and is likely to return to jail to complete his 150-day sentence…. More HERE

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Wilmington to host national weightlifting event…. More HERE

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Video of the Day

What ancient languages sounded like….More HERE

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Weird News:

Florida Man Seeking 1 Million Titanic VHS Copies: UPI says a Florida man is on a mission to collect 1 million VHS copies of the film “Titanic.” JD, also known as TitanicFan97, scours thrift stores and accepts tapes by mail from social media followers. He has 2,467 copies of the film.

Xmas-Themed Haunted House Opening: The Chicago Tribune says a Christmas-themed haunted house is opening in Oak Lawn, Illinois. The Midnight Terror Haunted House has holiday characters like Jack Frost and Krampus. The haunted house has been redecorated with a magical Christmas twist and offers interactive experiences for visitors.  A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to a local charity.

Long Lost Twins Reconnected By Tik Tok Video: The NY Post says twins, who were separated at birth, were reunited 19 years later because of a TikTok video. Ano Sartania, from Georgia, received a video of a woman who looked exactly like her. After posting the video on Facebook, her twin, Tako Khvitia, saw it and reached out to her. The sisters finally connected and have been inseparable since. They are now shooting a movie about their lives

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-30-23)

8 challenges to make your Sims’ lives harder…More HERE

Kelly Clarkson’s ex, Brandon, had overcharged her by millions when he represented her as her manager… More HERE

[LIST] Top 9 places to cry inside the Pentagon….More HERE

Subway will feature footlong cookies on their menu starting in 2024….More HERE

Shannon Doherty has stage 4 bone cancer now….More HERE

Lil Nas X now wants to make Christian music…. More HERE

A University of Sydney study found that people born in the 1990s have the worst mental health compared with previous generations…..More HERE

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Video of the Day

It’s not everyday you see a police chase that involves a house….. More HERE

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Weird News:

Imagine having 4 aces and losing to a royal flush but still winning $362K… More HERE

Thigh Fat Helps Grow Hair: The Daily Mail says injecting fat from the thighs into the scalp could reverse balding and make hair thicker. A scientific review found that this unusual technique is particularly effective for male pattern baldness. In a study by Iran University of Medical Sciences, individuals who had fat injected into their scalp saw a significant increase in hair thickness and less hair loss.

Woman Gives Xmas Tree A Bath: Upworthy says a Tik Tok content creator, named Rhema, is going viral because she gave her Christmas tree a bath before decorating it. Rhema posted a picture of her tree in her bathtub. She sprayed it down and then washed it with dish soap.  Rhema posted a video of herself decorating her tree.

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7 Things you Need to Know (11-29-23)

Mac’s Speed Shop on Oleander closed…. More HERE

McDonalds has a new Adult Happy Meal coming out on Dec 11….. More HERE

An anti-aging drug for dogs….More HERE

Bruno Mars to debut new jazz bar in Las Vegas….. More HERE

The average child asks 11 questions a day, or more than 4,000 a year…. More HERE

Mark Cuban is selling his majority stake in the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks….More HERE

Guy Fieri has signed a new three-year contract with the Food Network for $100 million….More HERE

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An A.I. songwriter named Anna Indiana released “her” first single last week. It’s called ” Betrayed by This Town”, and everything about it is A.I. generated: the key, tempo, chord progression, melody notes, rhythm, and the lyrics…..More HERE

Weird News:

Man flu is real after all….More HERE

Man of Many News says a Christmas dating trend, known as “Scrooging”, is becoming popular again. It’s where partners break up to avoid spending money on gifts or facing awkward family gatherings. Signs to watch out for include canceled plans, frequent arguments, and avoiding calls.

Exercising 2x A Week Just As Good As Every Day: Best Life magazine says new research suggests that exercising only two days a week can provide the same health benefits as daily workouts. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that even “weekend warrior” patterns of physical activity can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve heart health. Some experts still recommend more frequent exercise throughout the week

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-28-23)

[LIST] 40 ways to ruin your life without even noticing…..More HERE

Doritos created Doritos Silent, a crunch cancellation software that removes the sound of chewing from voice chat, Zoom or any call that uses headphones…..More HERE

Diddy is temporarily stepping aside from his role as Chairman at Revolt TV….More HERE

[LIST] The most commonly used slang terms of 2023….More HERE

Pre-orders for the next GTA game may be available starting Dec. 12….More HERE

Mark Cuban is leaving ‘Shark Tank’….More HERE

This past Sunday, the Denver Broncos beat the Cleveland Browns 29-12, and that score was a “scorigami,” which is a term for a final score that has never happened in NFL history, across more than 17,500 games…..More HERE

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Video of the Day

Woman in Antarctica ‘fighting for her life’ as she attempts to close front door in extreme weather….More HERE

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Weird News:

Japan just hosted the first World Cup for picking up garbage. (???) It’s a real sport someone came up with in 2008 called SpoGomi. (spuh-GO-mee) It’s a mash-up of the Japanese words for “sport” and “trash-picking.” Each team of three people has 45 minutes to clean up as much litter as they can, but you’re not allowed to run. You can only speed-walk. …More HERE

You’ve been taking baths wrong – and it could be damaging your health….More HERE

When the officer asked her to remove the jewelry from her wrist before being placed into custody, she put $200 worth of counterfeit bills in her mouth and tried to eat them….More HERE

PR Newswire says the winner of the upcoming Pop-Tarts Bowl football game will have the opportunity to eat the first-ever edible mascot. The mascot, which is part of Pop-Tarts’ new creative direction, will interact with fans during the game and then transform into a snack for the winning team. The Pop-Tarts Bowl will take place on December 28th in Orlando and will feature teams from the Atlantic Coast and Big 12 conferences.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-27-23)

The Re-build continues – Panthers fire Frank Reich just 11 games into his first season as coach….More HERE

Merriam-Webster word of the year for 2023 is “authentic.”…. More HERE

[LIST] The top cheeseburger joint in every state, according to Yelp….More HERE

[LIST] Towns and cities will pay you as much as $15,000 to move there….More HERE

[LIST] 800+ of the best Cyber Monday deals….. More HERE

Taylor Swift announced that her The Eras Tour film will be available to watch on demand next month…. More HERE

SZA took home the most awards at last night’s Soul Train Awards…. More HERE

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Video of the Day

The power of negotiation….More HERE

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Weird News:

One of the most important questions to ask when reviewing job openings is, “Why did this position become available?” – This position is a Grizzly Bear Conflict Manager….More HERE

Bride Files For Divorce Just 3 Minutes After Getting Married: The Daily Mirror says a couple in Kuwait recently divorced just three minutes after getting married. The bride tripped before the groom called her stupid. The bride demanded an immediate divorce. A judge granted the annulment, making it the shortest marriage in the country’s history.

Turkey Fryer Explodes Because Of Sleeping Chef: WETM says a  Burlington, North Carolina family is lucky to be alive after a turkey fryer exploded inside their home. The person cooking the holiday turkey fell asleep and left the boiling oil unattended. The propane tank exploded

Jones Creates Doggie Soda: Icon Vs. Icon says the Jones Soda Co. has announced the launch of Jones Craft Dog Soda. The all-natural soda, formulated for canines, features real meat and poultry and does not contain sodium or sweeteners. Flavors include turkey and gravy, beef stock and chicken stock. Jones says, ‘’Jones Craft Dog Soda is the pawfect drink for your furry friend who is tired of drinking the same old boring water every day. Whether you’re looking to treat your dog to something special, help them stay hydrated, or supplement their diet, this NON-CARBONATED treat is a great choice.”

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-22-23)

[LIST] What’s closing on Thanksgiving…. More HERE

What to know about a mysterious dog illness spreading across the country…. More HERE

[PICS] A look inside the ‘poshest’ McDonald’s in the world…. More HERE

‘World’s largest’ exhibit of Bob Ross paintings is in Rocky Mount…..More HERE

“Family Guy” is moving from Sundays to Wednesdays…. More HERE

Eminem is coming to Fortnite’s “The Big Bang” event next month…. More HERE

Gen Z believes they need to make $128,000 dollars annually to be happy, and Millennials think they need $525,000 dollars…. More HERE

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Video of the Day

How Old Are Your Ears….. More HERE

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Weird News:

Man jailed after assaulting wife with Oreos…. More HERE

The Parkside Pub, in Huntley, Illinois, is throwing a Turkey Testicle Festival today. The annual festival draws people from California, Arizona, Texas, New York, Australia and Germany. The turkey testicles will be battered, fried and then served with beer. The Parkside Pub expects to feed over 5,000 people. They will cook 1,200 pounds of turkey privates

Hot Bedding Is Trending: Today Online says “hot bedding” is trending. It involves sharing a bed with a stranger to save money on rent. Some people see benefits in this arrangement while others find it uncomfortable and invasive. The trend started because of inflation

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-21-23)

Adam Sandler says ‘The Chanukah Song’ was originally supposed to be sung by Roseanne…More HERE

The Butterball Turkey Hotline will receive over 12,000 calls tomorrow….More HERE

There’s going to be an Ace of Base documentary coming out soon….More HERE

There’s apparently a new iPhone hack, where you can take a photo of a clothing tag, and it will tell you the washing and care directions…..More HERE

Cassie’s lawsuit against Diddy has been dismissed….More HERE

Adele appears to confirm she and Rich Paul are officially married…More HERE

New AI can translate what chickens are saying…..More HERE

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Video of the Day

“You think I’m gonna end up in the C-group”….. More HERE

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Weird News:

5 phrases husbands need to hear their wives say at least once a month…..More HERE

Family’s Xmas Display Has 8 Trucks Worth Of Lights: MLive says a West Michigan family has created a massive Christmas light display with 8 semi-trucks worth of holiday lights. The Christmas Lite Show features 2 million LED lights, animated displays, and tunnels. The display runs until December 31st. Over 50,000 people are expected to see it.

Eating Dinner At 7 PM May Help You Live Longer: A recent study published by Pune Pulse reveals that people who eat dinner early at 7 pm every night have a higher chance of living longer. The practice of an early dinner is associated with better sleep, weight loss, improved appetite, and a reduced risk of heart attack, diabetes, and cancer. Researchers found the ideal time to eat dinner is 7:13 p.m. The participants in the study followed a plant-based diet, high in fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-20-23)

Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson are having a baby….More HERE

How Travis Kelce met Taylor Swift….More HERE

NHCS offering girls’ flag football for first time ever….More HERE

Remember when Snoop Dogg said he was quitting “smoke”? It was because he is promoting a smokeless stove!!!… More HERE

World’s ‘most sought-after’ whisky sells for $2.7 million….More HERE

Setting up holiday decorations can help evoke feelings of happiness and nostalgia….More HERE

A 13-year-old girl in San Francisco did 38 magic tricks in three minutes while scuba diving…. More HERE

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Video of the Day

Lakers fan manages to tear his ACL while shooting a half-court shot….More HERE

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Weird News:

Teen initially hired as a grocery store bagger goes on to steal nearly a million dollars from the store throughout his career. Fark: A career spanning two weeks….More HERE

A list of vehicles that “make you instantly lose respect for the driver”…..More HERE

Airplane etiquette….More HERE

¿ʞɹoʍ plnoʍ sᴉɥʇ ɟᴉ ǝǝs oʇ pǝʇuɐʍ ʇsnſ….More HERE

Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a public bus and drove it to a Whole Foods. The bus driver was on break at 9:45 p.m. Friday when the suspect got into the bus, drove off, and later abandoned the vehicle on an I-95 ramp across from a Whole Foods. City of Miami Police searched the Whole Foods for the person in question but were unable to locate them. The investigation is ongoing.

Turkey Whisperer: Metro UK claims Elin William is a ‘turkey whisperer’, who calms turkeys by singing Kylie Minogue songs and ”Hallelujah” to them. William says the songs keep the turkeys relaxed before they are killed and served during Thanksgiving and Christmas. She sometimes sings for one thousand turkeys .

How Long Would It Take To Watch All Of The Videos On YouTube?: Unilad says someone has estimated how long it would take to watch all of the videos on YouTube. With 2,500 videos uploaded every minute, it would be impossible to keep up in real-time. Assuming there are 800 million videos on the site, it would take approximately 17,810 years to watch them all.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-15-23)

Why is the label on the can of cranberry sauce always upside down?….. More HERE

Gwyneth Paltrow’s ski crash lawsuit is now being turned into a musical… More HERE

[PICS] 2023 National Beard and Moustache Championships…. More HERE

Iowa man’s 69,255 pencils earn Guinness World Records title…. More HERE

The average American spends 300 hours a year cleaning their home…. More HERE

Lil’ Kim claims her upcoming memoir, “The Queen Bee”, has surpassed the Bible in preorder sales…..More HERE

[VIDEO] Madame Web….. More HERE

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I wonder if this Horse can hit ‘The Griddy’….More HERE

Never seen this before at a funeral…..More HERE

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Weird News:

Pest Control Company Offers $2,500 To Release Roaches In Homes: USA Today says a North Carolina pest control company, called The Pest Informer, is offering homeowners $2,500 to release 100 cockroaches into their home. The company wants to test the effectiveness of a pest control technique. Participants must reside in their homes for 30 days and allow filming. If the new technique fails, traditional cockroach treatment options will be used to kill the pests.

Jingle Bells Is A Thanksgiving Song: NBC says “Jingle Bells” was originally written as a Thanksgiving song, not a Christmas song. The 19th-century tune, penned by James Lord Pierpont, may have been performed at a Thanksgiving church service. It was inspired by sleigh races in Medford, Massachusetts. There is a dispute between Medford and Savannah, Georgia, as to the true birthplace of the song.

Why You Should Only Eat Between 9am And 7 pm: The Daily Mail says eating only between 9am and 7pm can make you happier, less hungry, and more energetic. A study conducted by King’s College London reveals that fasting for 14 hours a day can lead to positive changes in mood, energy, and hunger levels. Participants in the study reported higher energy levels and less hunger when following a 10-hour eating window.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-14-23)

Arby’s releases ‘Good Burger’ inspired meal….More HERE

André 3000 announces first solo album in 17 years – and it’s full of flute music….More HERE

Pink is going to give away 2,000 banned books at her upcoming Florida shows….More HERE

Patrick Mahomes says he has worn the same pair of underwear to every single game of his NFL career….More HERE

The average person says “thank you” six times a day…..More HERE

[PICS] McDonald’s unveils mascot-inspired Crocs collection….More HERE

[PSA] Here’s how much you need to make to afford a home in America….More HERE

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Video of the Day

The “mental load” involved in changing your name after marriage…..More HERE

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Weird News:

Who knew banks can declare people dead, sometimes more than once….More HERE

The NY Post says TikTok users are using glitter to catch their partners cheating. They are putting glitter in their partner’s car, bathroom, and other places to see if any of it moves. The users believe this will reveal any suspicious behavior.

Get Paid To Decorate Xmas Trees: The Daily Star says the task outsourcing app Airtasker is hiring people to put up Christmas trees.  Some people are earning as much as $2,200 for decorating trees.  Others are earning $315 for offering to cook an entire holiday dinner for a family. Airtasker has a 20% commission fee.

Man Sending DNA To The Moon For Aliens To Clone Him: IFLScience says a man is sending his DNA to the moon in hopes that aliens will create an army of his clones. Kenneth Ohm, a professor of physics, launched his DNA to the lunar south pole for “practical” purposes. He believes that aliens could use his DNA in the future for exciting endeavors, such as creating clones or placing him in an intergalactic zoo.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-13-23)

[LIST] 2023 National Toy Hall of Fame inductees …..More HERE

Aaron Rodgers hopes to be back from his Achilles injury in mid-December…..More HERE

[PIC] McDonald’s New Zealand unveils the Salad Burger….More HERE

[LIST] 24 phrases and words that you want to avoid using in your daily life because they make you sound stupid…..More HERE

A survey found the average adult only spends four hours with friends a month….More HERE

“The Marvels” had the worst opening weekend for an MCU movie ever but it still won the box office…..More HERE

Drake announces new It’s All a Blur 2024 concert tour with J. Cole…..More HERE

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Video of the Day

If Dads held press conferences….More HERE

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Weird News:

What does ‘ijbol’ mean?…. More HERE

I quit my $75K lawyer job to be a pet psychic and make even more money….More HERE

Man Wakes Up In Middle Of Night In Empty AMC Theater: Business Insider says a man recently fell asleep while watching “The Exorcist: Believer” at an AMC theater in Orange, California. He woke up at 3:47 a.m. to find the theater completely empty. The man recorded himself walking around the theater, confused about what happened. He eventually found an emergency exit and left.

Woman Embarrasses Cheating Partner With Viagra: HITC says a British woman recently confronted her cheating boyfriend in a pub. She insulted the other woman and placed a pack of Viagra on the table.  The spurned woman doused the couple with a drink and left.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-10-23)

Veterans Day Deals and Freebies…. More HERE

SZA leads all Grammy nominations with nine…. More HERE

[VIDEO] Australian surfer rides record-breaking 43.6-foot wave…. More HERE

[LIST] The most searched potato dishes in America….. More HERE

Travis Barker was playing drums in the hospital room before Kourtney gave birth….. More HERE

More people are moving to Asheville and Wilmington than any other city in NC…. More HERE

Scientists in New Jersey have made an app that can tell if you’re drunk by examining speech patterns….. More HERE

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Video of the Day

Would you stay at The Haunted Castle at Adventure Suites….More HERE

He must’ve really wanted some fries…. More HERE

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Weird News:

Mobile man arrested for stealing electric shopping cart from Piggly Wiggly after terrifying police chase with speeds receding 2.5 mph….. More HERE

Chef Says His Chicken Dish Guarantees A Night Of Passion: The NY Post says British food influencer Harrison Webb recently shared his recipe for “Come Over Chicken”. He claims that his dish is so delicious, it will lead to a passionate encounter with your significant other. The recipe involves dipping chicken in a flour and egg mixture, frying it in oil and butter, and then making a sauce with chicken stock, lemon juice, white wine, and butter. Webb’s followers praised him for turning up the heat.

New A.I. App Produces Pickup Lines For Dating Apps: GQ magazine says a new app, called Rizz, uses A.I. to generate pickup lines for dating app conversations. The  “dating assistant” also offers customized messages based on a match’s dating profile, and on-the-fly responses to text conversations. The AI-generated messages often come across as impersonal, cringeworthy, and inappropriate

Woman’s 52 Implants Allow Her To Control Things: The Daily Mail says a California woman is making headlines for having 52 technological implants in her body. Anastasia Synn, a magician and stunt performer, uses her implants for opening locks, finding metal objects, and performing magic tricks. While some of her implants are microchips that enhance her senses and abilities, others are magnetic and give her a “sixth sense” for detecting live wires and power sources. Anastasia’s left wrist can call her daughter’s phone while the chip in her left hand opens her front door. A chip in her right wrist can call her husband’s phone.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-9-23)

National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day….More HERE

Priscilla Presley used to date Robert Kardashian…. More HERE

Bruce Willis’s daughter, Tallulah Willis, says his dementia is “really aggressive”…. More HERE

Taylor Swift Money Jar: Husband makes his wife pay 25 cents every time she mentions Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce….. More HERE

Actors strike is officially over…..More HERE

Tree giveaway taking place November 18th at Legion Stadium….More HERE

Oregon will allow you to practice law without passing the bar exam……More HERE

BONUS:

The average American streams over 21 hours of content a week….. More HERE

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Weird News:

Surgeons have performed the world’s first transplant of an entire human eye…..More HERE

Kraft is launching a campaign to make “moist” the Word of the Year…..More HERE

Get Paid $1,000 To Make Your Bed: CNN says the Shane Co jewelry company is going to pay a person $1,000 to make their bed every day for a month. Their ‘job ad’ reads … ‘’We’re asking you to make your bed every single day for one glorious month. That’s right — 30 days of tucked-in sheets, perfectly placed pillows, and maybe even a neatly folded comforter at the foot of your bed! Document your journey by recording your insights on how this daily ritual impacts your overall feelings, productivity, and organization. Keep a simple journal, jot down some notes on your phone, or even vlog about it — the choice is yours. We’re excited to hear how this little change can make a big difference in your life.’’The winner will be chosen on December 22nd.

Tik Toker Pranks Internet With Heinz “Clear Ketchup”: HITC says a TikTok user recently pranked the Internet by pretending to find and taste Heinz “Clear Ketchup.” The viral video fooled many social media users, with some expressing disgust and others wanting to try the product. The “Clear Ketchup” was actually just a transparent liquid.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-8-23)

[PIC] Pizza Hut selling snake pizza in Hong Kong…..More HERE

Nintendo is making a ‘Legend of Zelda’ live-action film….More HERE

Why kids love chicken nuggets….More HERE

Walmart adds sensory-friendly shopping hours….More HERE

“Doc” Antle “Tiger King” has pleaded guilty to wildlife trafficking and money laundering charges…..More HERE

2023 is ‘virtually certain’ to be the warmest year ever recorded…..More HERE

Rumor of the Day: Kevin Costner and Reese Witherspoon….More HERE

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Video of the Day

How to eat peas…..More HERE

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Weird News:

Headline of the Day – “I had her by the head. My son grabbed her by the tail. And the other 3 guys all piled on in the middle. And with all 5 of us sitting on top of her, she was still literally able to lift her body off the ground and keep moving. “…..More HERE

[PIC] There’s another mysterious dress photo going viral. This one shows a woman trying on a wedding dress in front of two mirrors, which show her arms in different positions. One expert says it’s just a quirk of how cell phones take pictures…..More HERE

Everyone you’ll ever work with will have one of these 5 personalities according to a massive global study…..More HERE

Best Job Ever … Get Paid To Watch Holiday Movies: WJW says CableTV.com is hiring a Chief of Cheer Officer. The new ‘employee’ will be paid $2,500 to watch 25 holiday movies in 25 days. The job requires a love for holiday movies and a desire to work from home.  CableTV.com says, “If you’re the type of person who watches holiday movies in mid-July, breaks out the tinsel on Nov. 1 wants to work from the comfort of your sofa, and thinks unlimited hot cocoa breaks are the ultimate work perk, we want to hire you.’

Woman Gets Revenge On Cheating Ex By Posting His Mother’s Recipe Online: The Daily Mirror says Jen Ley, from Rockford, Illinois, got revenge on her cheating ex-boyfriend by publicly sharing his late mother’s secret pizza dough recipe online. She posted the recipe in a Facebook group, where it has been seen by thousands of people. Some praised Jen  for being “next level petty,” while others criticized her.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-7-23)

There’s a new go-to selfie pose called the “scrunch face.”….. More HERE

Timbaland says Justin should have muzzled Britney before she released her  memoir… More HERE

“Variety” named SZA Hitmaker of the Year….More HERE

Martial Arts coordinator Pat E. Johnson who is responsible for teaching Ralph Macchio the crane kick for “The Karate Kid” has passed…..More HERE

New Edition is going to do a Las Vegas residency…..More HERE

More people use weed than tobacco in the US….More HERE

According to Australian researchers, the fastest possible marathon time is one hour, 58 minutes, and five seconds…..More HERE

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The Terminator, Peyton and Eli Manning and a Donkey…..More HERE

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Weird News:

A 250 yr old relationship problem is still the same today….More HERE

The new go-to selfie pose for Gen Z girls is “scrunch face.” You scrunch your nose, squint your eyes, and flash a grin. It’s supposed to look cute . . . but do it wrong, and you just look constipated…..More HERE

Bars Using DNA Tests For Beer Recommendations: The Rock says bars in Auckland, New Zealand are using DNA tests to match customers with the perfect beer for them. The test, known as DNA Ales, analyzes a person’s DNA to determine the best beer style for them. The test is done with a cheek swab.

Man Lives In Mall For 6 Months: Oddity Central says a young man, in Shanghai, China, recently lived under a shopping mall staircase for six months without being noticed. He had a sleeping tent, a desk, and an office chair in the secluded area. The man charged his laptop and phone using the mall’s electrical outlets. A security guard discovered him, but allowed him to stay after he claimed he needed a quiet place to study. The man was eventually arrested after being found by another guard.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-6-23)

What really happens when Guy Fieri doesn’t love a dish on Triple D….More HERE

2 in 3 North Carolinians want to end time change….. More HERE

How many humans a T. Rex would need to eat each day to stay alive….More HERE

Homer Simpson reveals that he stopped strangling Bart as times has changed….More HERE

[LIST] Lane closures planned for Sunday’s Battleship Half Marathon ….More HERE

A group of 55 Germans vacationing in Mallorca, Spain, recently set a new world record for the most number of beers drunk in a period of three hours, 1,254….. More HERE

A low-budget flick called “Barbenheimer” is in the works….. More HERE

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Video of the Day

“Duck Tales Theme song” + J-Kwon’s “Tipsy” = GOLD!!!… More HERE

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Weird News:

Try this simple ‘Dinner Table Test’ to find out if you should move on from your job….. More HERE

Get Paid Six Figures To Live On Caribbean Island: The Daily Mail says a mystery billionaire is offering to pay a lucky couple $195, 000 a year to live on his private Caribbean island.  The couple will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining the island as well as promoting it online. The couple will start in January and work six-day weeks with 25 days off.

A man in Massachusetts handed out full ROTISSERIE CHICKENS to trick-or-treaters who stopped by his home, along with candy bars. But only TWO of the 20 trick-or-treaters took him up on the chicken (The man said it was his ” lifelong dream” to hand out rotisserie chickens, and posted about it on social media).….. More HERE

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-3-23)

Looking at pictures of dogs for 5 minutes improves your sense of well-being….. More HERE

Donna Kelce is teaming with Barefoot Wine for a contest where the winner can sit with her when the Chiefs take on the Eagles on Monday, November 20th…… More HERE

Al Pacino has agreed to pay his girlfriend Noor Alfallah $30,000 a month in child support and another $110,000 for her to get her own place….. More HERE

Pulling an all-nighter is a temporary antidepressant….More HERE

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been found guilty on all counts against him in his federal cryptocurrency fraud case and is facing up to 110 years behind bars…..More HERE

Green Day is coming to Charlotte on Aug. 26…..More HERE

Our planet might have another planet inside it….More HERE

BONUS:

Today is National Sandwich Day…..More HERE

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That’s quite the wake-up call……More HERE

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Weird News:

Q: If you miss your flight, what is the first thing you should do?…… More HERE

[PSA] What to do if you hate your job but can’t quit….More HERE

TikTok Trend Has Men Hitting Their Faces With Hammers: Futurism says a recent TikTok trend, called “Bonesmashing”, involves young men hitting their faces with hammers in order to look more masculine. Doctors warn it is not only dangerous, but also ineffective. Some videos related to the trend come with warnings.

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-2-23)

National Sandwich Day is tomorrow….More HERE

Carowinds’ parent company merging with Six Flags….More HERE

The Texas Rangers won the World Series….More HERE

Cats have 276 different facial expressions when interacting with one another…More HERE

Tupac Shakur’s alleged killer just pled not guilty in court….More HERE

There is a Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb, Croatia…..More HERE

A new ‘Prison Break’ series in the works…..More HERE

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Video of the Day

Teen from Australia breaks world record for solving a Rubik’s Cube while skydiving….More HERE

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Weird News:

Only in Florida: Florida roofing company offering free AR-15, turkey with purchase of new roof….More HERE

Oreo Giving Away $100,000 To People Who Decorate Early: FOX Business News says Oreo is offering a “Holiday Oreo Allowance” (HOA) to reward people who decorate their homes for the holidays before Thanksgiving. The company is giving $1,000 in cash to 100 winners, along with an “HOA” sign and Oreo cookies. Oreo wants fans to get into the holiday spirit early. To enter, people must follow @OREO on Instagram and post a photo of their decorated home with specific hashtags… More HERE

You can build your meal out of Legos at MINI CHEF in Denmark: Don’t worry: You won’t be eating the blocks. Customers are given a bag of Legos and an assembly menu where they can see which pieces align with which foods. Using a rectangular, four-socketed blue piece will give you Loco organic pasta, and a cube-shaped single-socketed red piece equates to Paprika fried chicken. Once you have “created” your meal with Legos, insert your order into a table-side computer and pick up your very real meal from robot servers…..More HERE

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7 Things You Need to Know (11-1-23)

[PSA] How long does it take to burn off all the calories from your Halloween candy…. More HERE

[LIST] 39 American towns that have fewer than 10 residents….. More HERE

Britney Spears’ memoir may be turned into a TV series, a feature film, or a documentary…..More HERE

You can buy Britney Spears’ childhood home for $1.2M….More HERE

Grand Canyon University fined $37.7M for ‘deceptive’ practices….More HERE

Cher is performing at the Macy’s parade this year….More HERE

Scientists discovered the maximum age a human can reach….More HERE

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Video of the Day

Mean Girls Reunite….. More HERE

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Weird News:

The viral texting mishap between a grandma and a teenager that’s blossomed into a heartwarming Thanksgiving tradition … can now be part of your holiday fun, as Airbnb offers a chance to join them at the table!…. More HERE

Google has introduced a new domain for the web to use. It’s .ing….More HERE

What are the chances you get another job driving school buses, if you’ve already lit a fire to one while kids were inside? ….More HERE

Coffee Enemas Trending On Tik Tok: ABC says the TikTok trend of coffee enemas is raising concerns among doctors.  People believe the java enemas help with weight loss and various health issues, but there is no evidence of its effectiveness. In fact, the coffee enema can have major side effects, including burns and even death.