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Magical place: Off the west coast of Scotland lies the Isle of Skye, on which is a magical place called the Fairy Pools. Located near the village of Carbost, the pools contain crystal clear turquoise waters. There are numerous small waterfalls that flow from one pool to another. Surrounding the Fairy Pools is a craggy range known as the Cuillin Mountains. Visitors can swim in the pools, but the water is cold, so a wetsuit is recommended. To get to this natural wonder, it is necessary to hike through the Glen Brittle forest, but visitors say it’s worth the effort!
Quoteable Quotes
—Benjamin Disraeli
“A crust eaten in peace is better than a banquet partaken in anxiety.”
—Aesop
Trivia
- What are edamame?
- Which Bill is known as “The Science Guy”?
- Origami is the art of what?
- In Star Trek, who was the captain of the Starfleet?
- Is a jellyfish classified as a fish—Yes/No?
Trivia Answers
- Green soybeans
- Bill Nye
- Paper folding
- James T. Kirk
- No
Games
Your Weekly Horoscope
Aries
(March 21 – April 20)
Your pride sometimes may come between you and the ones you love. Listen to them with an open heart, and something inside you may change your attitude. Lucky numbers: 7, 11, 14, 17, 21, 24.
Libra
(Sept. 24 – Oct. 23)
You know that teamwork can help you accomplish the tasks you require. Having a change in focus may prove that, in fact, you did learn some important lessons. Lucky numbers: 10, 18, 22, 35, 47, 49.
Taurus
(April 21 – May 21)
Being honest is important, but being diplomatic is less likely to hurt the feelings of others. Try to smooth things over with people who might help you attract attention. Lucky numbers: 3, 15, 28, 29, 35, 49.
Scorpio
(Oct. 24 – Nov. 22)
Your past experiences may give you a little edge on your competition. You might excel at providing either fine dining for many or simple comfort food for family. Enjoy. Lucky numbers: 1, 6, 15, 20, 31, 37.
Gemini
(May 22 – June 21)
Domestic and family matters may have to take top priority over less important details. You might need to find a happier medium to complete your workload. Lucky numbers: 17, 21, 28, 39, 45, 48.
Sagittarius
(Nov. 23 – Dec. 21)
You may find that you need to do more planning in order to attain your goals. Many new aspects of your life might shine brightly if you are a little more prepared. Lucky numbers: 12, 24, 26, 29, 36, 43.
Cancer
(June 22 – July 22)
Make positive points on your goals. Good communications may continue if you guide the discussions. Others might realize how very important you are to their plans. Lucky numbers: 3, 7, 14, 28, 39, 42.
Capricorn
(Dec. 22 – Jan. 20)
Forget past problems and embrace new beginnings. You finally may be feeling “good vibrations” all around you. Celebrate your good fortune with those who really matter to you. Lucky numbers: 2, 21, 29, 39, 45, 47.
Leo
(July 23 – Aug. 23)
You may need to give yourself a little more personal freedom. Try to change the atmosphere by putting a more positive spin on your individual goals. Lucky numbers: 2, 17, 24, 26, 29, 38.
Aquarius
(Jan. 21 – Feb. 19)
Your compassion for the predicaments of others may help you win them over to your side. You can’t please everyone, but try to be very flexible about their needs. Lucky numbers: 3, 13, 19, 24, 32, 44.
Virgo
(Aug. 24 – Sept. 23)
Your business may entail travel or engaging in communications with faraway places. Use your imagination to unite those forces. A good bond may result. Lucky numbers: 13, 22, 33, 44, 46, 49.
PISCES
(Feb. 20 – March 20)
You may take more pride in who you are and where you come from. Start some interesting conversations to help answer a mystery. You might be amazed at what you learn. Lucky numbers: 15, 26, 29, 31, 36, 42.
Lucky numbers this week: This week’s odds favour Leo winners with the luckiest number being 2.
Did You Know...
Old world wealth: The Peterhof Palace is a landmark in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Sprawling and opulent, its gardens contain statues made of gold. Built in the 1700s, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered an architectural masterpiece.
Ad-free TV: When America’s first television station started broadcasting in 1928, there were no commercials. The first ad didn’t appear until 13 years later in 1941. It was for a Bulova watch.
Nut butters: Peanut butter and almond butter are rivals in many households. While similar in calories, almond butter is lower in saturated fat and higher in vitamins and minerals. Peanut butter has a little more protein.
Luscious locks: Red hair is recessive, meaning that a person with red hair must receive a recessive gene from each parent to be red-haired themselves. Famous redheads include American actress Lucille Ball and Rupert Grint, who played Ron in the Harry Potter movies.
World traveler: Canadian adventurer Colin Angus went around the world in 2004 using only human power. The twoyear trek included five months of rowing across the Atlantic Ocean with his fiancée Julie Wafaei. The two are now married.
On the Lighter Side
Shouldn’t there be a shorter word for “monosyllabic”?
“Do you want to hear a joke backwards?”
“Yes.”
“Very good, start laughing.”
Why didn’t the dinosaur cross the road? Because there weren't even any roads during the Jurassic Period!
Teacher: “Where was the Constitution signed?”
Student: “At the bottom of the page!”
How do you get down from an elephant? You don’t. You get down from a goose.
