John & Heidi share funny stories of people doing weird things... plus it's a Tuesday... so we have everyone's favorite segment... TUESDAYS with Charlie!!!BUY THE T-SHIRTS HERE https://goo.gl/S476Js OR HERE https://goo.gl/GQvVxo
TODAY'S REASON TO PARTY! (special thanks to ListOfNationalDays.com)
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day
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SURVEYS, STUDIES & SUCH
A new survey suggests love may come with some extra pounds. Of 2,000 Americans in relationships, 79% admitted gaining weight since coupling up, averaging 36 pounds each (11.8kg)!!! Seventeen of those pounds are typically piled on in the first year. Men were more likely than women to report weight gain (69% vs. 45%). Common culprits taking the blame for weight gain included dining out (42%), frequent takeout (34%), and cozy nights in with drinks. But comfort itself also played a role: 64% said feeling secure in a relationship reduced pressure to maintain appearances. On average, respondents said they began to gain weight starting about 17 months in.
BIG SCREEN-LITTLE SCREEN
Matt Damon and his brother Kyle granted their late father Kent one of his dying wishes at the 2018 World Series. In the new ESPN documentary “Believers”, which covers Damon’s hometown Boston Red Sox and the club’s path to winning the 2004 World Series, the franchise’s first World Series victory in 86 years, Damon recalls that his dad asked that some of his ashes be spread at Boston’s Fenway Park before his death in 2017. Even though Kent was an amateur pitcher, Damon says that when he asked his dad if he wanted some of his ashes spread on the mound, he answered: “No. Put them in the seats. I never made it to the field.”
DID YA KNOW!?
The average dinosaur lifespan was surprisingly small. The Tyrannosaurus rex, for example, reached full size between 16-22 years old and lived up until 27-33. The largest dinosaurs such as the Brontosaurus and Diplodocus tended to live up to between 39-53 years old, maybe reaching the heights of 70.
JOKE OF THE DAY
(FROM
HEIDI)
SCOOP
OF THE DAY
A study found that 49% of in-person workers say they cry at work from time to time.
The World Health Organization warns of a global shortage of 4.5 million nurses by 2030, with many already experiencing burnout and high turnover. To ease the pressure, Foxconn has developed “Nurabot”, an AI-powered humanoid robot designed to handle repetitive or physically demanding tasks such as delivering medicine and guiding patients. Currently being tested at a Veterans Hospital in Taiwan, Nurabot can reduce nurses’ workloads by up to 30%, allowing them to focus on critical patient care. Foxconn stresses it’s not a replacement but a partner, with commercial launch expected early next year after promising trials.
THE MOVIE QUOTE OF THE DAY
If you have a favorite quote.... you can send it to us at the bottom of the page at JohnAndHeidiShow.com
"You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means." -The Princess Bride (1987), Inigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin)
NEWS TO ME
(FROM HEIDI)
FUN
FACT FOR YOU:
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✓ “Phobatrivaphobia” is a fear of trivia about phobias.
✓ Bacon was used to make explosives during World War II.
✓ Lip prints are as unique as fingerprints.
✓ Forcing a smile actually makes you happier.
WEIRD NEWS
A luxury hotel — for dogs? Traveling with pets just got easier for dog owners flying out of Rome’s Fiumicino International Airport. It recently opened “Dog Relais”…yep, a luxury hotel designed for 4-legged travelers. Staff can collect dogs directly from the terminal so owners can head to their flights stress-free. Rooms start at about US $47 and include private gardens, temperature-controlled floors, and soothing ambient music at night. Premium options include webcams, 24/7 videocalls, and even remote treat dispensers. Pups can also enjoy grooming, training, or indulgent extras like aromatherapy and massage cream for sore joints. The facility doubles as daycare for locals…and in August, all 40 rooms were filled. Airport officials say it’s a win-win for pets and their people.
QUESTION OF THE DAY
According to a poll, 57% of us carry our phone in the right pants pocket, 19% in the left pocket – and 5% carry it HERE. Where?
Answer: In their underwear
HEIDI HAS SOMETHING SPECIAL
(FROM HEIDI)
THE LIST
TRADEMARK MY WORDS:
Sometimes, a product becomes synonymous with an actual brand name. Think how many of us refer to tissues as “Kleenex”, or how all gelatin seems to be “Jell-O”. That use is called a “generalized trademark”. Here are some others…
Item: Escalator
Generic non-branded name: Moving staircase
Story: Patented in 1987 by the Otis Elevator Company
Item: Highlighter
Generic non-branded name: Felt-tip writing device (catchy!)
Story: Created in 1963 by Carter’s Ink Company
Item: Kitty litter
Generic non-branded name: Cat litter
Story: The term was coined in 1947 to describe a mixture of fine-grain sand used to absorb cat waste.
Item: Scotch tape
Generic non-branded name: Transparent adhesive tape
Story: Introduced by 3M in 1930
Item: Granola
Generic non-branded name: Whole grain cereal
Story: Invented by Kellogg’s, the trademark lapsed decades ago.
Item: Mace
Generic non-branded name: Aerosol self-defence spray
Story: Invented in 1965 by Allan Lee Litman
Item: Ping Pong
Generic non-branded name: Table tennis
Story: Based on the sound made when the ball is hit by a paddle and strikes the playing surface, Ping Pong was trademarked in 1901 by J. Jacques & Son. It later sold the rights to Parker Brothers.
Item: Botox
Generic non-branded name: Intramuscular botulinum toxin
Story: A trademark of Allergan PLD, it got its name from its active ingredient, botulinum toxin.
Item: Dumpster
Generic non-branded name: Trash container
Story: Originally a trademark, “dumpster” is now used for any large trash bin.
GOOD NEWS
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Miners Rescued After 43 Hours Trapped In Colombian Gold Mine
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news
