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Contents: Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Extended by Another Day as Hamas Releases More Hostages Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was extended for another day as the latter continues to release more hostages. Israel is keeping the ceasefire and setting Palestinian prisoners free as Hamas releases hostages, but Israel has stated that if Hamas doesn't release 10 hostages per day, they will resume airstrikes and ground attacks. This is allowing more and more Palestinians to escape the strip of land while aid continues to trickle in through the border with Egypt. Hospitals are on the brink as aid barely keeps them running, and that aid could stop once Hamas stops releasing hostages. Thousands more people could die if Israel resumes its attack, but hostages are also still in danger as they are being held by Hamas. Fact of the Day: All of the different colors of Froot Loops taste the same, even though they are different colors. Quote of the Day: The more you thank life, the more life gives you to be thankful for. (Louise Hay) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Felicitous (adj)- Felicitous is an adjective most often used in formal speech and writing to describe something that is very well expressed or suited for some purpose or situation. It can also be used as a synonym for pleasant or delightful. In a Sentence: She had not been asked ahead of time to speak at the event, but she managed some felicitous remarks nonetheless.

Contents: 41 Workers Finally Rescued After Two Week Ordeal in Collapsed Tunnel Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day 41 people have finally been rescued from a collapsed tunnel in Uttarakhand, India, after two weeks of being stuck. The Silkyara Tunnel, located in northern Uttarakhand, was under construction and was supposed to stretch 2.8 miles through a mountain once finished, but a landslide on November 12 trapped the workers inside the tunnel. After trying to dig through the 197 feet of rock in between them and the workers for 10 days, the drilling machine broke down. It had previously been having some issues, but it broke beyond repair on November 22, just 66 feet away from reaching the workers. They managed to send food and water through a narrow pipe to the workers, but they were at severe risk of falling sick to the terrible conditions. Eventually, the rescuers devised a plan to create a passage made of welded metal pipes through the remaining rock, and they called in workers to dig the rest of the rocks out by hand. After opening up a narrow gap, the workers were carried out on stretchers and met their families and friends for the first time in two weeks. There were no injuries reported, and all 41 men survived. However, incidents like this could become more common as construction increases in the Himalayas, where some mountains may not be able to support these long tunnels going though them. Climate change is also loosening soil and making the area more unstable, which could lead to frequent tunnel collapses as well. Fact of the Day: 99.9% of all commercially grown artichokes are grown in California. Quote of the Day: Opportunities will knock on your door every morning. But if you keep sleeping, they will simply pass you by. (Unknown) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Detritus (noun)- Detritus refers to debris—that is, the pieces that remain when something breaks, falls apart, or is destroyed. In a Sentence: On her trip to Central America, she was fascinated by how much people have learned from the detritus of ancient civilizations.

Contents: 12 More Hostages Released By Hamas In Fifth Prisoner Exchange Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day 12 more hostages have been released by Hamas after they came to terms on a two-day extension to their ceasefire, and Israel has released 30 prisoners in return. Hamas released 10 Israelis and two Thai citizens in their fifth hostage exchange so far, while Israel set 15 minors and 15 women free. These six days of peace have allowed for some recovery in Gaza, and it could be extended even more if Hamas agrees to release more hostages. Fact of the Day: Hawaiian pizza was actually created in Ontario, Canada by a Greek immigrant in 1962. Quote of the Day: Even the smallest of thoughts have the potential to become the biggest of successes, All you have to do is get up and get going. (Unknown) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Kinetic (adj)- Kinetic has several meanings that all have to do with movement. In physics, kinetic means "of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated with them"; kinetic energy, for example, is energy associated with motion. More generally, kinetic can be used synonymously with active and lively as well as dynamic and energizing. And kinetic art is art (such as sculpture or assemblage) that has mechanical parts which can be set in motion. In a Sentence: The novel's plot is kinetic and fast-paced, and its effect on the reader is much like that of caffeine.

Contents: Over 300,000 Honda Vehicles Recalled After Seat Belt Issue Israel and Hamas Extend Ceasefire for Another Two Days Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day At least 300,000 Honda Accord and HR-V vehicles have been recalled over seat belt issues, so you should read this important message if you have one. Honda stated that 2023-2024 models are the ones affected, and the seat belt mechanisms are missing a part called a pretensioner. Pretensioners are the part of the seat belt that tighten it when the car brakes, which is the most important part of the mechanism. Without this part, you could fly forward and injure yourself in a crash. Honda's notice to the National Highway Traffic Security Administration (NHTSA) stated that no injuries or deaths have been reported, but they found the problem and issued the recall to keep their consumers safe. If you own a 2023-2024 Honda Accord or HR-V, you can go to any Honda dealership to see if your car's pretensioners are missing, and Honda will fix the issue for free if they find it. On another note, the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza has been extended by two days, providing more much-needed relief to Palestinians that have been suffering in the strip. After Hamas' initial attack on October 7, Israel has been pounding Gaza with airstrikes and troops have invaded the area, but Hamas and Israel recently came to terms on a truce. Hamas released 50 of the hostages they took during their invasion, and Israel stopped their airstrikes and gave back some Palestinian prisoners. They have now come to terms on another hostage-prisoner release, so Israel will extend the ceasefire for another two days. Fact of the Day: All of the blood vessels in an adult human, if laid out end to end, would encircle the Earth four times- the Earth's circumference is 24,900 miles and your blood vessels would cover 100,000 miles. Quote of the Day: The beautiful thing about fear is, when you run to it, it runs away. (Robin Sharma) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Culprit (noun)- Culprit refers to a person who has committed a crime or done something wrong. Culprit can also refer to the source or cause of a problem. In a Sentence: The break-in was witnessed by several neighbors, and the culprit was quickly apprehended.

Contents: Israel and Hamas Release Hostages After Ceasefire Deal Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day As the citizens of Israel and Palestine enjoy a much-needed ceasefire to help them recover from the deadly war, tensions in the Red Sea have been escalating. Yemen, who has sided with Hamas, has been attacking Israeli ships in the Red Sea, and the third one was just let go. Yemen's official government blamed the Houthi rebels, an Iranian-backed group that has been trying to take control of the Middle Eastern country for a long time. The crew members onboard the Israeli tanker sent out a distress signal as soon as they were attacked by the Houthi rebels, and the US Navy responded quickly with one of their nearby ships. The rebels then released the tanker when the American ship arrived, but future Israeli tankers still face a growing threat from the Houthi group when passing through the Red Sea. Upcoming Events: International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People (Wednesday, November 29) 2023 IHF World Women's Handball Championship Kickoff (Wednesday, November 29) Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare (Thursday, November 30) Pacific Games Closing (Saturday, December 2) Fact of the Day: There are no muscles in your fingers. All of the movement in them is controlled by muscles in your arms and palms that are connected to the finger bones by tendons. Quote of the Day: Do or do not. There is no try. (Yoda) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Olfactory (adj)- Olfactory describes things that have to do with the sense of smell. In a Sentence: Few can deny the olfactory pleasures of fresh-baked bread, sea breezes, and apple blossoms—all scents with the power to trigger intense nostalgia.

Contents: Israel and Hamas Release Hostages After Ceasefire Deal Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Amid the conflict in Israel and Palestine between the IDF and Hamas, they have finally come to terms on a temporary ceasefire in exchange for hostages. Hamas has released 24 out of the 50 promised hostages, while Israel released 42 Palestinian prisoners. Hamas originally released 17 people, but a delay in the second hostage release led to 7 more people being freed later on. However, United States President Joe Biden expressed disappointment yesterday after no American hostages were freed, and he is unsure when they will be released. Hopefully, the hostages are released soon and the conflict is resolved to stop the suffering of more people. Fact of the Day: Polar bears actually have black skin, and their fur is see-through. However, it reflects light, making it look white. Quote of the Day: Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment. (Oprah Winfrey) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Abnegate (verb)- Abnegate is a formal word that is most often used to mean "to deny or renounce" in contexts relating to responsibility: if you abnegate your responsibilities, you deny them and refuse to do what those responsibilities require. Abnegate can also mean "to surrender or relinquish," especially in contexts in which someone is abandoning their own desires or interests. In a Sentence: The letter outlined ways in which the mayor had abnegated his responsibilities to the city's employees.

Contents: New Jersey Becomes the Eleventh US State to Announce Bans on Gas Cars Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day The US state of New Jersey is banning the sale of new gas vehicles by 2035, making it the 11th state to impose some kind of ban on gasoline-powered cars. Along with California, Oregon, Vermont, New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Virginia, Washington, Maryland, and Connecticut, the state is going to phase out the sale of new, gasoline-powered cars in an effort to try and save the environment from the harmful pollutants released by them. New Jersey will starting cutting down the amount of gas cars by 2027 and bring it down to zero by 2035, but the law does not ban anyone from owning a gasoline-powered vehicle or force them to buy an electric car. Fact of the Day: Cows don't actually have four stomachs, they have one stomach with four compartments. Quote of the Day: Good things come to those who believe, better things come to those who are patient, and the best things come to those who don't give up. (Unknown) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Nebbish (noun)- Nebbish refers to a timid, meek, or ineffectual person. In a Sentence: Considered a bit of a nebbish by her colleagues, she surprised everyone by speaking up boldly against the proposed changes at the meeting.

Contents: Overlooked Darfur Conflict Surfaces Again, Sudan on the Verge of Ethnic War Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day As the conflict in Israel and Palestine rages on, another humanitarian crisis has emerged in Darfur, Sudan. Arab forces in the western region of Sudan are "ethnically cleansing" Darfur in a massive genocide operation for the second time in seven months, and the killings are ramping up. Over 9,000 people are dead, while many estimates put the death toll of the Israel-Hamas War at about 15,000-16,000. Fears of a full-out ethnic war are surfacing as the attacks on other ethnicities mount, and it could pose yet another huge humanitarian crisis in that region. Earlier this year, the RSF (Rapid Support Forces) took control of Sudan, and they have been going door-to-door and killing all people with the ethnicities that they are opposed to. The SAF (Sudanese Armed Forces) have been battling against the RSF, and any ethnicity known to support the SAF has been killed by the RSF. This is just a continuation of the major battle that took place in Sudan's capital of Khartoum when the RSF and SAF first fought for control, and the innocent citizens of Sudan are now having to suffer. Hopefully, these humanitarian crises will end soon, and the lives of thousands more people can be spared. Fact of the Day: It is physically impossible for an elephant to jump. Quote of the Day: Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. (Maria Robinson) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Scrumptious (adj)- Scrumptious is an informal word that is usually used as a synonym of delicious, but can also mean “delightful” or “excellent.” In a Sentence: Parsnips may be an unconventional vegetable to serve on Turkey Day, but they are scrumptious with a little maple syrup drizzled on top.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Let's use this day to give thanks for all of the good things we have in our lives. Meanwhile, you can also check out our Thanksgiving-themed fact of the day and quote of the day! Contents: Chaos at OpenAI Leads to Ousting and Reinstating of CEO Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day OpenAI, the company that created ChatGPT, has been going through some turmoil lately, but it has finally ended. A few days ago, CEO Sam Altman was ousted from the company by the board of directors, due to what they called not consistently communicating with the board. However, most of the employees of OpenAI soon revolted and threatened to leave the company and go to Microsoft if Sam Altman was not reinstated to CEO, and so the board of directors had to oblige. This just proves even further that employees are gaining more and more power over the heads of the company, as previously shown by the SAG-AFTRA and UPS strikes. OpenAI is now trying to find out how to move ahead with their AI technology and what will be the next step in growing the company, and that can now be done in a less chaotic environment now that Sam Altman is back. Fact of the Day: Turkey wasn't even on the menu at the original Thanksgiving dinner in 1621. Quote of the Day: Gratitude helps us to see what is there instead of what isn't. (Annette Bridges) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Boilerplate (noun)- Boilerplate is a noun that refers to standard or formulaic language, a meaning that comes from an earlier meaning still in use: syndicated material supplied to newspapers in matrix or plate form. Boilerplate can also refer to tightly packed snow. In a Sentence: The last paragraph of the contract was legal boilerplate.

Contents: Israel and Hamas Finally Agree to Ceasefire Deal Fact of the Day Quote of the Day Word of the Day Israel and Hamas have finally agreed to a groundbreaking hostage-release deal that will greatly benefit both sides. Hamas sent out a proposal to release 50 hostages in exchange for a four-day ceasefire in the region, and the Israeli cabinet has agreed after 6 hours of debating. Israel has also stated that they will agree to extend the ceasefire if more hostages are released. This will finally give an opportunity for the struggling residents of Gaza to recover from the constant strikes on the strip, while it will save dozens of hostages who have been held captive by Hamas after their kidnapping from Israel. Hopefully, this conflict ends soon and both sides can fully recover. Fact of the Day: The heart of a blue whale is five feet long and weighs 400 pounds, while the whole whale weighs 40,000 pounds- making the heart 1% of the whale's weight. Meanwhile, a human heart is around 0.5% of the total body weight. Quote of the Day: If you have choice, then choose the best. If you have no choice, then do the best. (Unknown) Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Ransack (verb)- To ransack a place is to search it for something in a way that causes disorder or damage. In a Sentence: My sister ransacked my room looking for the shoes I had borrowed (and returned).