Question
What game was invented on this day in 1899, and can be found in one out of every three American homes?
A) Monopoly
B) Trivial Pursuit
C) Scrabble
Answer
Scrabble! The game is sold in 121 countries; 29 different languages; 150 million sets have been sold worldwide. source
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Looking to Get Lucky? Don't See Coldplay!
Don't count on scoring if you're on a first date at a Coldplay concert. According to a new survey, Coldplay fans are least likely to have sex on a first date than fans of other acts.
A dating website tried to match potential partners based on their taste in music. They were asked how far they'd go on a first date, and then matched those answers to their taste in music. Here's what they discovered:
Least Likely to 'go all the way'
1. Coldplay
2. Adele
3. Lady Gaga
4. Katy Perry
5. Kings Of Leon
Most Likely
1. Nirvana
2. Metallica
3. Linkin Park
4. Kanye West
5. Gorillaz
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Good Grades Means $$$
Is it a good idea to pay kids for good grades? That one has been debated by parents for a long, long time. Well here's a new twist -- the government pays your kid for good grades. Good idea?
Two state senators in North Carolina want to set up a two year study to look at the pros and cons of using money as a learning incentive. They think it will not only get students motivated to learn, but it may also get uninvolved parents to help their kids out a little more with homework.
Reaction from students:
"That would be a brilliant idea. I think everyone would get good grade"
"That would motivate not only me but I'm sure a lot of people to stay in school."
Reaction from parents:
"Kids should be encouraged to learn for the sake of learning. There's not always going to be someone there to pay you for doing the right thing, and I think they should learn that there's other rewards for doing that."
"I don't really think it's the government's place to offer my kids money..."
What do you think? Think back to your school days --- would this have helped you crack a book and study after school? Would you have done better or the same in school?
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Cuttin' Cake
- Rick Shroder (41)
- Tony Dow (66)
- Peabo Bryson (60)
- Lou Bega (36)
Birthday Quiz
He's 36 today...
(Link)
Lou Bega! Mambo #5! Watch
Primetime, Baby!
ABC: The Middle (NEW), Better With You (NEW), Modern Family (NEW), Happy Endings (NEW), Happy Endings (NEW), Modern Family
CBS: Survivor: Redemption Island (NEW), Criminal Minds (NEW), Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior (NEW)
NBC: Minute to Win It, Law & Order: SVU, Law & Order: SVU
FOX: American Idol (90 Min LIVE), Breaking In (NEW)
CW: America's Next Top Model (NEW), Shedding For the Wedding
(NEW)
Gotta See This
The next hot thing! This is a brother/sister metal band called "Murp," with their debut hit, "Don't Brush My Hair In Knots."
Did You Know...
...a nationwide poll determined the best fries are served up by, not McDonald's, but Wendy's! 56% prefer the Wendy's fries, 30% chose McDonald's, and 4% chose "no preference." Source
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Joke of the Day
“How long have you been working here?” one employee asked to another.
“Ever since the boss threatened to fire me.”
Surf This!
It's Srabble Day, so play a quick game on Hasbro's website. Head here.
Doggie Bag (This and That)
5 Things That Are Apparently OK To Do in the Name of Sports
Poor fashion sense and ignoring hygiene rules are just two.
The $1-million Engagement Ring...
6.77 carat diamond solitaire ring -- at Costco? Yep.
Does anyone really like Russell Brand? The most curious of famous people.
This writer says search for the terms "Russell Brand" and "Famous" and you'll get the question: "Why is Russell Brand Famous?"
Donald Trump tops new 2012 poll...
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