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Trivia: What is the largest organ in the human body?
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November 21, 2024
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It's Thursday, and today we're diving into some spooky adventures as we explore local haunted tours! As always, we've got exciting deals, tips, and more to brighten your day!
When a slip and fall at the pyramids landed Jeannie Walla in a Cairo hospital, her husband Tom decided that surgery in a foreign hospital (where feral cats roamed the hallways as rodent control) wasn’t an option. Luckily, as a Medjet member, instead of Jeannie’s transfer to a California hospital costing hundreds of thousands of dollars, Medjet footed the bill.
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On this day in 1924, the first-ever hole-in-one in a televised golf tournament was achieved by American golfer L.A. "Bobby" Jones at the 13th hole of the Augusta National Golf Club, a milestone that kicked off the captivating relationship between golf and television.
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5 Chilling Haunted Tours You Can Join This Season
Feeling a little adventurous? There's no better way to spice up your travel plans than by exploring some of the most haunted places near you. Here are five spooky tours that promise a thrilling experience—if you dare to join!
The Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Walking Tours: Wander through the historic battlefields of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, under the glow of candlelight. Tales of restless soldiers make this tour a chilling history lesson you won't forget.
Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl: Combine spirits with... well, spirits! This tour through Savannah, Georgia's most haunted pubs offers ghost stories alongside your favorite beverages.
San Francisco Chinatown Ghost Tours: Explore the hidden alleys of Chinatown and hear stories of ancient myths, mysterious deaths, and lingering souls in one of the city's oldest neighborhoods.
Boston Ghosts & Gravestones Tour: Step aboard the trolley of the doomed in Boston, Massachusetts, and visit the city's most haunted sites, including old burial grounds that date back centuries.
New Orleans Haunted History Tours: Dive into the rich and eerie past of New Orleans with tales of voodoo, vampires, and haunted mansions in the French Quarter.
If none of these are close by, you can find Haunted Houses near you at FrightFind:
So go ahead, grab a comfortable pair of shoes and maybe a friend to hold onto—these haunted tours are waiting to give you a delightful fright!
Yesterday’s Poll Results - How do you feel about attending local trivia nights?
The overwhelming winner was “Not my thing, I’ll pass” with over 42% of the vote. However, those that view Trivia Nights as a fun excuse to hang with friends or would go as long as it’s a good theme, please let us know how your next Trivia Night goes!
Thanks to the many of you who vote and comment every day.
Our Favorite Comments:
“Love local trivia, please bring it!”
“I'll try it out. I am knowledgeable about certain music and television shows.”
“I'm not very good at trivia. I have other things in my life that I focus on and are far more important to me but I do admire those who can remember trivia. My husband is a good example!”
“My husband and I try to go every Monday night! We have made some friends there and enjoy the camaraderie of different people!”
While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment. Some comments are edited to make room for more contributions.
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Son Surprises Dad with Dream Car He Gave Up for Diaper Money 41 Years Ago
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It was Earl Guyness 65th birthday, and he unexpectedly found himself on a car lot being spoken to by a magician. Suddenly, his son held up a pair of keys, and told him they fit inside the ignition of a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro that was sitting just over his shoulder.
It was a car Earl knew very well.
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Which 1957 gadget, originally created to help quit smoking, became a popular toy when it was marketed to children? |
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What is the largest organ in the human body? |
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