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Humanity
Why Police Officers Are Called Cops
The Word “Cop” If you have talked to anyone who has dealt with the police, you have probably heard them use the word “cop” instead of “policeman” or “police officer.” The word is used so often these days that everyone knows who a cop refers to.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in FYI
The Eiffel Tower Was Hated at First
It's difficult to think of a more iconic building than the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It's an iconic landmark and is considered the second most recognisable building and landmark on the planet, only being beaten by the Statue of Liberty in New York. It's hard to imagine that what is today considered a symbol of Paris and romance was once hated. The Parisians would call it the "iron monster" and a "tragic giant lamppost," with writers and artists warning that building the tower would ruin the skyline and humiliate all the other monuments of Paris.
By Dave's Your Uncle!about a month ago in FYI
Three Ways To Test Your Faith
Most people can quote verbatim the definition of faith found in Hebrews 11:1. However, not all of them live by that definition. Yes, “faith is the substance of things hoped for and is the evidence of things not seen,” but when the going gets tough, some people tend to forget what the Bible says about faith.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in FYI
Ground Beef Recalled: Fear, Trust, and the Food on Our Tables
The words ground beef recalled carry a quiet panic. They appear on screens late at night, during grocery runs, or after dinner is already cooking. Food is intimate. It enters our bodies. It feeds our children. When something so ordinary becomes a risk, it shakes trust in ways people do not expect. A recall is not just a notice. It is a moment of doubt. Did I buy this? Did I already eat it? Is my family safe? This article looks closely at why ground beef recalls happen, how they affect everyday life, and what they reveal about the fragile relationship between people and the systems that feed them. This is not about alarm. It is about awareness, care, and responsibility.
By Muqadas khanabout a month ago in FYI
What Happened in Every Second of 2025
I think we can all agree that 2025 was an eventful year. Every day brought us closer to 2026, and despite being constantly bombarded with information, it is impossible to be aware of absolutely everything. In many ways, every second counted.
By Dave's Your Uncle!about a month ago in FYI
Shogatsu: The Art of the Japanese New Year
A Journey Through Silence, Sacred Rituals, and the First Sunrise of the Year While much of the world celebrates the New Year with loud fireworks and champagne toasts, Japan moves in the opposite direction. Here, the transition into a new year is a time of profound stillness, ancient rituals, and a deep cleaning of both the home and the soul.
By Takashi Nagayaabout a month ago in FYI











