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Friday, July 29, 2022

Editor's Pick

 

Fact of the day:


PJ of the day:
 

IF WE ARE TO BE SERIOUS ABOUT SAVING THE PLANET, WE SHOULD STOP PRINTING CALENDARS.

They’re the reason our days are numbered.


Links to explore:

https://m.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/bollywood-news/nambi-narayanan-says-isro-wouldve-sent-astronauts-to-space-competed-with-musk-if-dot-articleshow.html

https://www.reuters.com/technology/computer-chips-face-toilet-paper-hoarding-moment-shortage-turns-glut-2022-07-12/



City Nicknames

 

The Big Apple - New York City

Probably one of the most famous nicknames in the history of city nicknames, the Big Apple was first used in 1920 in relation to horseracing. Though the name didn't stick until an ad campaign ran in the '70s to attract visitors to the city.

Editor's Pick

 



Fact for the day:


PJ of the day:

BARBERS, EH?

You sure do have to take your hat off to them.


Links to explore:

https://m.economictimes.com/small-biz/entrepreneurship/how-software-is-stifling-competition-and-slowing-innovation/articleshow/93043370.cms?utm_source=whatsapp_pwa&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialsharebuttons


City Nicknames

 

The Fashion Capital – Milan

This city in the north of Italy is well known for being home to iconic fashion houses, including Armani, Versace, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana.



Editor's Pick

 


Fact for the day

PJ of the day:

A FRIEND OF MINE IS KNOWN FOR SWEEPING GIRLS OFF THEIR FEET.


City Nicknames

 

The Paris of South America – Buenos Aires

The capital of Argentina has a rich European heritage. Its architecture, wine, food, and glamour has seen it compared to the French capital.

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Editor's Pick

 


Information:


PJ of the day:

MY BARTENDER FRIEND JUST BROKE UP WITH HER BOYFRIEND.

He keeps asking her for another shot.


Links to explore:

https://youtube.com/shorts/OQS8xZAjQTU?feature=share


City Nicknames

 

The Smoke - London

The English capital used to have a huge air pollution problem, mainly caused by the thousands of people using coal to heat up their homes. Other similar nicknames include The Big Smoke and The Old Smoke.

Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Editor's Pick

 Information:


PJ of the day:

WHAT WOULD WONDER WOMAN AND SPIDER-MAN NAME THEIR BUSINESS?

Amazon Web Services.

Links to Explore:

https://youtu.be/6lqkyszKN3o

 

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/nayakgiri-a-leader-within-an-individual/cycle-of-recessions/

City Nicknames

 

City of a Hundred Spires – Prague

The Czech capital is full of magnificent historical sites, including numerous churches and a castle. It's easy to see why Prague got this nickname.

Sunday, July 24, 2022

Editor's Pick

 


Facts:




City Nicknames

 

The Harbor City – Sydney

The nickname comes naturally, as Port Jackson, or Sydney Harbour, is home to some of the city's most iconic attractions, including the Sydney Opera House.