The secrets of an antique relic, unveiled

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Kelly White
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Whenever we stumble upon antique objects once used by our ancestors, we crave to learn more about their purpose. This provides a sense of nostalgia and a unique feeling of understanding what life looked like back in the day.

With the advance of technology, our lives became more simple and a number of gadgets became useless, thus stopped being produced. Many were modernized and look nothing like their ancient counterparts. For one, it’s quite rare that households possess food mills, as they have been replaced with blenders and food processors over time. The same goes for the typewriters, the pagers, the floppy disk, the old good rotary phones, and more. Nowadays, most of these are in our pockets in the form of a smart phone.

However, there are people out there who collect gadgets used in the past, and an item that seems to be capturing the interest of those who are eager to preserve pieces of historic and nostalgic value is the Classic 1950’s Rubber Bulldog Soda Bottle Stopper.

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Revolutionized in the 50’s, this items served the purpose of preserving the carbonation of soda, acting as a reflection of the heyday of this carbonated beverage consumption.

During this period, soda fountains gained their popularity, thus soda bottles with eye-catching and whimsical stoppers stole the show.

Commonly embellished with a small rubber bulldog displaying a distinct expression, these stoppers added a fun element to the traditional bottle. Their purpose went beyond carbonation preservation as they were also shrewd marketing devices used by soda manufacturers to gain a competitive edge and distinguish themselves from the other manufacturers.

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What made these Rubber Bulldog Soda Bottle Stoppers even more sought after were the floppy ears, wagging tails, or even movable limbs added to them.

Over time, most of these soda stoppers have been discarded or lost, making the surviving pieces increasingly rare and highly desirable.

Today, this items represents a lot more than just a sentimental keepsake but a piece of the American legacy.

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Update on Princess Kate as she battles cancer

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Monica Pop
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Ever since Kate Middleton disclosed her cancer diagnosis with the public, the Palace has been receiving an outpouring of letters from well-wishers. Normally, the palace receives up to 1,000 letters each week from the public, but since Kate opened up of her cancer and the preventive chemotherapy treatment, that number increased significantly.

This overwhelming amount of correspondence has been challenging for the team to manage, but they do their best to respond to all well-wishers eventually. The Prince and Princess of Wales have a private office at Kensington Palace, but all the letters to the Royal Family are handled by the Court Post Office. 

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As expected, the Britons, as well as people from every corner of Earth, closely follow every move the Palace makes when it comes to Kate as they eagerly wait for her return to the public life and her royal duties.

It was back in mid-January that Kate underwent a planned abdominal surgery which required a two-week long stay at the hospital. Even then, the public and the media started rumors regarding her health as the hospital stay seemed quite longer than expected. Following the surgery, the princess was nowhere to be seen. People questioned her whereabouts, and the only official statement the Palace issued back then was that she “was doing fine.”

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Fast forward to March, Kate opened up about her health condition in a pre-recorded video in which she explained that doctors found the presence of cancer after running tests following her planned surgery. She and William asked for privacy.

Sources close to her spoke to the media and said her schedule has been empty. However, her recent appearances are seen as a positive sign.

She is not rushing when it comes to resuming her royal duties and engagements.

“There is no timeline, and there is certainly no hurry,” a source said. “It will be when Catherine feels ready and when she gets the greenlight from her medical team. But she will 100% be coming back to work, of that there is no question.”

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To commemorate Mental Health Awareness Week, the Prince and Princess of Wales shared a video featuring the work Kate has been doing privately.

Despite the fact that she tries to stay out of the spotlight, the Princess of Wales is “excited” to be at the heart of the launch of a new project that could boost the UK economy by £45.5billion ($57 billion) a year. As per The Daily Mirror, Kate’s Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood would release a report this week from eight British firms that would identify five areas where businesses can support children under five and their caregivers. It will also highlight the significant future benefits of investing in early childhood.

Kate has been the “driving force” behind the charity which is believed to had been started before her cancer diagnosis.

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Although there are no images published on the social media, it has been reported that Kate has been seen “out and about” with her family in recent days. However, this isn’t something the public should get too exited about because Kate still needs “space and time.”

“No one wants to put any pressure on Catherine,” an insider told MailOnline last week. “The only thing that matters at the moment is her getting better. She has been through an ordeal this year.”

To the delight of many, she attended this year’s Trooping the Colour, a meaningful event celebrating the monarch’s official birthday, as well as the Wimbledon’s final.

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However, ever since then, she’s been again keeping a low profile.

According to reports, Kate will be spending the rest of the summer at Balmoral, along with her husband and children. King Charles, who’s also battling cancer and finds Balmoral his sanctuary, and Queen Camilla will be there. This journey would be Kate’s longest since her cancer diagnosis, Daily Mail reports.

Many see this as a reassurance that Kate is doing exceptionally well.

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She became a household name & global phenomenon but her sudden death was a huge shock

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Monica Pop
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An out of this world creature like a witch marrying an ordinary man and wanting to lead just a normal life of a typical housewife sounds like something I would like to see unfolding on the TV screens. But wait, the series Bewitched which ran for eight seasons between 1964 and 1972 is exactly about that. If you haven’t seen it yet, maybe you should search it and check it out.

In the show, the role of charming Samantha Stephens, who enchanted millions with her nose twitch, was played by gorgeous Elizabeth Montgomery. This actress rose to stardom in the 1960s, but her life ended way too early in a tragic manner.

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Montgomery was born in Los Angeles on April 15, 1933 to a Broadway actress and film star. Her father was proclaimed actor Robert Montgomery and she followed into his footsteps.

“Dad tells me I often climbed on his lap after dinner and remarked, ‘I’m going to be an actress when I grow up.’ I don’t know whether he encouraged me or not, but he told me he would humor me and would tell me to wait and see what happened when I grew up,” the actress said in 1954 interview with the Los Angeles Times. ”I’ll be real honest and say that Daddy did help me get a break in TV and I’m really grateful for his assistance and guidance. He’s my most severe critic, but also a true friend as well as loving father.”

Montgomery had her television debut even as a teenager on her father’s show, Robert Montgomery Presents, and had several more appearances.

At 20 years old, this stunningly beautiful actress had her Broadway debut in Late Love, and two years later, she appeared on the big screen when she landed a role in her debut film The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell.

Plenty of other movies followed for Montgomery, who had become a household name. Among the rest, she starred in Mrs. Sundance (1973), A Case of Rape (1974), The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975), Black Widow Murders (1993), The Corpse Had a Familiar Face (1994), and Deadline for Murder: From the Files of Edna Buchanan (1995), yet her role in Bewitched remains one of her most famous one. ”I’d never thought much about a series because I liked the idea of picking a script I liked with a character I thought I could sustain for an hour. In a series, you live with one character day in and day out – and you only hope it will be one that will not drive you crazy,” Montgomery told AP in 1965.

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The actress was married four times in her life. She first tied the knot with Frederick Gallatin Cammann, but the marriage didn’t last. She then married Gig Young, an award-winning actor, but divorced him in 1963. Montgomery met her third husband, William Asher, with whom she had three children, while filming Johnny Cool. Her forth husband, with whom she stayed until her death, was Robert Foxworth.

“Before Jane Seymour, before Lindsay Wagner and before Valerie Bertinelli, Elizabeth was the first Queen of the TV movies; she went from queen of the witches to queen of the TV movie and it was no longer a struggle to break away from Bewitched,” Herbie J Pilato, author of two books on Elizabeth Montgomery, said of the actress.

American actress Elizabeth Montgomery (1933 – 1995), circa 1965. (Photo by Silver Screen Collection/Getty Images)

Montgomery died in 1995 of colon cancer that she believed was free from. When she was checked out, it was already late as the cancer spread to her liver. She died in her sleep with her husband and daughters by her side. Her body was cremated at Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles.

Elizabeth Montgomery was an incredible actress. She’s still dearly missed.

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Actress Jennifer Aniston is loved by millions

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Monica Pop
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Even 16 years after the final episode aired, Friends still remains one of the most popular TV shows of all time. The life of the six friends living in Manhattan and going through troublesome but fun time together became a synonym for true friendship and attracted millions of fans from all over the world.

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The role of Rachel Green, a young woman who left her fiance at the altar and suddenly entered the life of the rest of the characters, was portrayed by incredible Jennifer Aniston.

This role was a breakthrough for the young actress who ended up earning $1 million per episode towards the end of the series. Speaking to Emire Magazine, Aniston later said how Rachel Green was both a blessing and a curse because it took her long to move on to new roles without people see her as just Rachel from Friends.

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Today, Aniston is 51 years old and still as beautiful as she has ever been. Since the role that probably marked her life, she moved on to many other films and projects and became the highest-paid actress in Hollywood. Her remarkable talent and outstanding performances along with her genuine character made her America’s sweetheart and one of the most popular people ever.

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Being a daughter of a famous actor, John Aniston, who is best known for the role of Victor Kiriakis on the NBC daytime drama series Days of Our Lives, didn’t mean she was given everything on a plate.

Instead, she had to work hard for what she is today. After taking part in many movies she refers to as failures, Aniston, who was born in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, moved to New York where she worked as a waitress and a telemarketer.

“I had moved away from home, I had been on six failed television shows. I waitressed for years in New York before I got anything. And I was a telemarketer selling time-shares in the Poconos. I didn’t make one sale. I was terrible at it and I was like, ‘Why do we have to call people at dinnertime?’,” she told Harpers Bazaar.

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However, Friends changed her life completely. ”I’d done about seven hundred failed shows before Friends, and there was no reason to believe that Friends would be any different. Right before it aired, the director, Jimmy Burrows — or Papa, as I call him — flew the six of us to Las Vegas. He took us out to dinner and said, “You don’t know what you’re about to embark on. You better take care of each other,” Jennifer said.

As her fame grew, Aniston started dating one of Hollywood’s heartthrobs, Brad Pitt. The two were considered the perfect couple and their every move was closely watched by the paparazzi as fans were eager to learn more of what was believed to be the ultimate love story.

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Aniston and Pitt tied the knot in 2000, but the marriage only lasted for five years. Pitt moved on eventually and married Angelina Jolie, but the two split in 2016. Ever since, fans who couldn’t get over the relationship between Aniston and Pitt wished to see them rekindle their romance.

Aniston, however, moved on and is happy with her life. She’s very lucky as each of her movies is a huge success.

 
 
 
 
 
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In recent years, she openly spoke against the appearance fixation that exists in the entertainment industry. “The objectification and scrutiny we put women through is absurd and disturbing. The way I am portrayed by the media is simply a reflection of how we see and portray women in general, measured against some warped standard of beauty,” she wrote in an essay for The Huffington Post.

Last year, she posted a photo of herself on Instagram wearing no make up and millions agree that she looked totally stunning.

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Ever since, she’s sharing photos wanting to highlight the importance of natural beauty.

Speaking of her latest movie, Cake, she said she enjoyed doing a role without having to use a lot of make-up. “It was so empowering and liberating to just put scars on my face. The only time I had to sit in the makeup chair was just for scars,” she told E!Online.

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Aniston is a true inspiration for millions of women from every part of the world. She wants everyone to know that real beauty comes from the inside and that every woman should love herself the way she is and embrace her natural looks. As for her, make up or no make up, she is still one of the most beautiful and most attractive women on the planet.

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Man stumbles upon a car at the bottom of the river and calls the police

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Stephanie Church
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After missing for nearly 12 years, a couple from Russia, Ilya Zhirnov, 25, and his girlfriend Kira Cherkasova, 22, were found inside a car in the river Volga in central Russia in 2017.

The couple disappeared in December, 2005, after Ilya borrowed his father’s car to pick up Kira from work.

At the time, an extensive search had been conducted, but due to lack of evidence, the case was eventually closed and the families were left without answers. But they never lost hope that ilya and Kira would be found.

The car, along with the bodies of the couple, was accidentally found by a local diving enthusiast. He was exploring the waters near a local beach when he stumbled upon the car, Daily Mail reported at the time. The man immediately alerted the authorities.

The car was winched out of the river the following day.

Ilya and Kira were identified by their personal documents, such as IDs that were inside the vehicle.

Authorities believe that the accident occurred due to the icy road, but the investigation is ongoing. Their theory is that the couple lost control of the car which ended in the river.

We are so very sorry for the tragic loss of two young people. May they rest in peace.

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The Ultimate Mashed Potatoes: The TikTok Way!

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Monica Pop
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For a number of people, preparing a meal is just a chore they do for the sake of keeping themselves and their family fed. For others, cooking represents a whole new world, one where they can play with various ingredients, elevate flavors, and prepare stunning meals, almost restaurant like.

If you belong to the latter, this article is for you.

Mashed potatoes have always served as a side dish that adds richness to the main meal. This dish, which is rather easy to make, can also be elevated to a level that would leave your family members and guests stunned, wanting for more.

Apparently, TikTok user Jourdyn, or @jeauxp, has shared a trick about preparing the most delicious mashed potatoes there are, and people love it so much that it has gone viral.

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The trick is so simple that you may wonder how you never thought of it yourself; use chicken stock instead of water to boil your potatoes. Also, leave the skin on as it would add a rusting texture that is hard to resist.

What’s most, inspired by the TikTok video, other users tried more unconventional ways of preparing their mashed potatoes, such as adding a sour cream and chives.

Now if you are bold enough to try different preparations, here are some more suggestions.

When cooking, use oils infused with herbs, garlic, or chili peppers. Simply slightly heat the oil and add all of your favorite flavorings, then let it sit overnight. Before using, strain it and add it to your dishes. You can also infuse vinegar with citrus peels or berries fro richer flavor.

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Before cooking meat, brine it in a solution of salt, sugar, and water. This will add additional flavor to the poultry or pork.

Just like with the mashed potatoes, you can also cook different grains, such as rice and quinoa, in chicken, beef, or vegetable stock.

If you are a fan of garlic, use it with various dishes, but roast it first in order to extract a nice caramelized flavor.

It’s truly stunning how a simple variation of ingredients can add a touch to the dishes as we know them.

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Math question for kids sparks heated debate as people fail to agree on the right answer

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Stephanie Church
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We have to agree that mathematics isn’t most people’s favorite school subject. It’s hard, sometimes confusing, and rather challenging, especially concepts like algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.

However, one would assume that any grown-up should be able to provide the right answer to a question expected kids to solve.

Well, this seems to be far from the obvious as a seemingly simple math question posted by a Reddit user caused quite a stir on the social media as people fail to agree what the correct answer might be.

The user who posted the challenging question explained that it made him scratch his head trying to figure out which of the four time options given was closest to midnight.

The answers given were as follows:

  • A) 11.55am
  • B) 12.06am
  • C) 11.50am
  • D) 12.03am

“What do you think?” the poster wrote along with the math problem.

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As expected, this prompted various answers and interpretations.

Plenty of netizens were convinced that the correct answer is A, and there were those who believed choosing that answer didn’t make any sense, wondering how did they come to that conclusion, with a person writing, “Lmao how are y’all saying A that’s almost midday.”

Those opting for A, however, were quick to provide various explanations, with someone writing “IT SAYS CLOSEST [TO] MIDNIGHT…NOT AFTER MIDNIGHT. A.”

“The question structure is ‘to’ midnight not ‘from’ midnight. Wouldn’t A be correct since time doesn’t go backward?” a confused user asked.

Someone else agreed that the way the question was worded was what caused confusion. “The ‘trick’ intended by the thread starter seems to rely on deliberate ambiguity in language. If I tell four friends ‘get here as close to midnight as you can,’ the one arriving at 11:55am doesn’t win,” someone wrote.

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A lot of people stick with D as the correct answer, though. Their reasoning? “Assuming it’s a trick question about semantics, Closest time ‘to’ midnight is 11:55 AM. At 12:03, it’s already past midnight. Closest time ‘from’ midnight would be 12:03 AM,” someone commented. “12:03 is only 3 minutes away from midnight, making it the closest of the given times. I’ve never heard anyone use the phrase “close to” to mean anything other than this interpretation,” another used added.

What about you? Is this question giving you a headache too?

Tell us what you think the right answer is in the comment section below.

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Three members of beloved gospel group ‘The Nelons’ killed in a plane crash

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Monica Pop
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Three members of the gospel group The Nelons, Kelly Nelon Clark, her husband, Jason Clark, and their daughter Amber Kistler were killed in a tragic airplane crash that claimed the lives of seven people.

The devastating news was confirmed by Kelly’s other daughter and fourth member of the Georgia-based family group, Autumn Nelon Streetman.

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“As many of you have heard by now, my father and mother, Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, along with my sister, Amber, and brother-in-law, Nathan, as well as our dear friends Melodi Hodges, Larry, and Melissa Haynie, were involved in a tragic plane crash on Friday,” Autumn wrote.

“Thank you for the prayers that have been extended already to me, my husband, Jamie, and our soon-to-be-born baby boy, as well as Jason’s parents, Dan and Linda Clark. We appreciate your continued prayers, love, and support as we navigate the coming days,” she concluded her post.

According to a statement by Gaither Music Group, as reported by AP News, the members of the group, along with Nelon Kistler’s husband, Nathan Kistler, family friend Melodi Hodges, and pilot Larry Haynie and his wife Melissa Haynie, were traveling to join the Gaither Homecoming Cruise to Alaska when the plane crashed. None of the passengers survived.

The Nelons were inducted into the Gospel Music Association (GMA) Hall of Fame in 2016 and were winners of 10 Gospel Music Association’s Dove Awards. They have also earned multiple song of the year and album of the year awards, as per their official website, including the 2021 GMA Dove Award for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year for their song If God Pulled Back The Curtain.

Before they took what turned out to be a fatal flight, the The Nelons posted a video on Instagram. At the beginning of it, Jason announced, “Homecoming Alaskan Cruise, we just landed in Nebraska” and went on to introduce their fans to the pilot and the rest of the crew.

Tributes came pouring in, and their final video was filled with comments of people left in disbelief because of the tragic loss.  

“Little did they know none of them would survive this. Our plans are nothing compared to God’s,” one person commented. “This is like a final farewell,” another added. “Wow! No words…😢 praying for their families and friends. I am sure this video will be one their families keep close to their hearts,” a third person wrote.

As of now, the National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the accident, which involved a single engine turboprop Pilatus PC-12/47E, according to CNN. “The aircraft is in a remote location and once they gain access, they will begin documenting the scene, examining the aircraft,” NTSB spokesperson Keith Holloway said in a statement Saturday. “The aircraft will then be recovered and taken to a secure facility for further evaluation.”

We are so very sorry for this devastating loss. May they rest in peace.

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