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Hawaii is the only U.S. state never to report a temperature of zero.
05/28/2026

Hawaii is the only U.S. state never to report a temperature of zero.

The ancient Babylonians used a base-60 numerical system instead of base 10. This is why we have 60 seconds in a minute, ...
05/27/2026

The ancient Babylonians used a base-60 numerical system instead of base 10. This is why we have 60 seconds in a minute, and 360 degrees in a circle.

Lemons float and Limes sink.
05/26/2026

Lemons float and Limes sink.

Happy Eid al-Adha! 🌙✨ Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is a significant religious holiday celebrated b...
05/26/2026

Happy Eid al-Adha! 🌙✨ Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide.

This special holiday honors the spirit of sacrifice, devotion, and compassion as we reflect on the story of Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. It’s a time for prayer, charity, and coming together with loved ones.

May this Eid inspire all to act with kindness, gratitude, and generosity. Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating!

Intelligence

Cows kill more people than sharks each year. On average, cows are responsible for approximately 20–22 deaths annually in...
05/25/2026

Cows kill more people than sharks each year. On average, cows are responsible for approximately 20–22 deaths annually in the U.S. alone, while sharks cause fewer than six deaths worldwide per year.

Today, on Memorial Day 🇺🇸, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in ser...
05/25/2026

Today, on Memorial Day 🇺🇸, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their heroism and dedication remind us of the true meaning of sacrifice and the importance of honoring their legacy.

Let’s take a moment to reflect, express our gratitude, and pay tribute to those who gave everything for our freedom.

Robin Sharma is a Canadian writer, known for his The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari book series. He is globally respected hum...
05/22/2026

Robin Sharma is a Canadian writer, known for his The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari book series. He is globally respected humanitarian who, for over a quarter of a century, has been devoted to helping human beings realize their native gifts.

An extraordinary leader and with his quote “To be a great leader, first become a great person,” tells us how important it is to work on yourself first and everything else will fall in place.

Jack Welch, businessman and best-selling author of the book, “Winning” that serves as a practical guide to management, l...
05/21/2026

Jack Welch, businessman and best-selling author of the book, “Winning” that serves as a practical guide to management, leadership, and strategy, drawing on his experience as former CEO General Electric.

His quote “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others,” brings it back to uplifting the people under your guidance.

Simon Sinek, is an unshakeable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.  His quote...
05/20/2026

Simon Sinek, is an unshakeable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.

His quote “A star wants to see himself rise to the top. A leader wants to see those around him rise to the top,” cause for us to pause and think about how we lead and are we encouraging those we serve to achieve their goals.

Johnny Taylor, President and CEO of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) and a premier voice on workplace cultur...
05/19/2026

Johnny Taylor, President and CEO of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) and a premier voice on workplace culture, HR strategy, and leadership.

His quote on “Good leaders manage. A great one, inspires and mentors," is so powerful.

Herb Kelleher, former CEO of Southwest Airlines and lawyer quote “The business of business is the people” was absolutely...
05/18/2026

Herb Kelleher, former CEO of Southwest Airlines and lawyer quote “The business of business is the people” was absolutely right! Let’s not forget about the people.

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