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TripleHelix
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Goodnight Thread - 2

The old thread (10 years) has run it’s course as you can’t post in there anymore so I started a new one! Thanks @Ssherjj

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ProTruckDriver
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Baby Screech Owl Rescued From Busy Parking Lot

A Sheriff's deputy saved a tiny owlet in a Florida parking lot. Here's what you should know if you see a baby animal in distress. By Chris DeWeese A sheriff’s deputy in Clearwater, Florida, rescued a baby owl discovered alone in a local parking lot. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, the deputy spotted the owlet, identified as an eastern screech owl, in the path of vehicle traffic. After moving the little guy out of traffic to a safer location nearby, the deputy waited to see if its parent would return. When no adult owls appeared, the deputy called in a fish and wildlife officer, who took the owlet to a local conservation center for care. In a post on social media, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s department urged people to remember that “if you find young wildlife that appears orphaned, first observe from a distance as parents are often nearby." The post went on to note that “if an animal is in immediate danger (like this owlet in a busy parking lot), safely moving it

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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Good Morning Thread - 2

For the original Good Morning Thread, please see here - Good Morning Thread Good morning/afternoon/evening Webrooters. It is finally cooling down here again now but there are no storms forecast tonight a shame really.

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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Pope Francis has died

The Vatican has announced this a few moments ago. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/crknlnzlrzdt

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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ProTruckDriver
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Jay North, 'Dennis the Menace' star, dead at 73

Jay North, known for his “Dennis the Menace” character on the beloved '60s sitcom, died Sunday, Fox News Digital confirmed. He was 73. North died at home in Lake Butler, Florida, after battling colon cancer for years, according to a social media post shared by his longtime friends, "Lassie" actor Jon Provost and wife Laurie Jacobson. The child actor found acclaim with his role as Dennis Mitchell, an at-times unruly youngster who was known for burdening his neighbor, George Wilson. >> Full Article<<

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TripleHelix
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Happy International Women’s Day March 8th, 2025

https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ To all the Women I know and respect and to all Webroot and OpenText Women Staff have a great day and weekend!

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TripleHelix
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Happy Birthday Sherry 🎂🥂🍸🍻🍷

Happy Birthday Sherry. Enjoy Your Day Today! ​@Ssherjj

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Ssherjj
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TripleHelix
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Happy New Years 2025

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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ProTruckDriver
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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day or Pearl Harbor Day, is observed annually in the United States on December 7, to remember and honor the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii on December 7, 1941, which led to the United States declaring war on Japan the next day and thus entering World War II. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Pearl_Harbor_Remembrance_Day#

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ProTruckDriver
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Happy Veterans Day 2024

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Ssherjj
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TripleHelix
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Congrats MajorHavoc on being a Bronze VIP!

Congrats @MajorHavoc on making it to Bronze VIP!

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Ssherjj
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ProTruckDriver
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How To Practice Safe Driving Using The Smith System.

After retiring from the US Navy I decided to go into Over The Road Truck Driving. With over 3 Million Consecutive Safe Driving Miles in a 18 wheeler I followed and still follow the “Smith System” for driving. If everyone followed these 5 keys of the Smith System our roads would be a lot safer. Please “W82TXT”. Key 1. Aim High in Steering Our eyes are designed to work for us at walking speeds. The average person has not adjusted visually or mentally to the higher speeds of motor vehicles. Look ahead to where you will be at least 15 seconds into your future. A 15-second eye-lead time provides advanced warning and gives you an additional margin of safety. Use improved eye-lead time for more efficient and economical driving. Key 2. Get The Big Picture While scanning ahead, do not forget the sides and rear. Consistently update your information. Check at least one of your mirrors every 5 to 8 seconds. Do not focus attention on insignificant objects. Stay alert to the relevant information tha

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TripleHelix
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Supercharged northern lights displays may be visible as far south as California or even Alabama.

Solar storm bombarding Earth now may reach 'extreme' levels, sparking auroras down to Alabama and straining hurricane-weakened power grids Update for Oct. 11: The severe G3 geomagnetic storm has sparked dazzling auroras around the world for skywatchers. Read our full story and see northern lights photos from Space.com readers. A severe solar storm sparked by an intense flare from the sun could reach "extreme" levels as it bombards Earth, officials with the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warned on Thursday (Oct. 10). Scientists with NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Group (SWPC) said that a cloud of charged solar material, called a coronal mass ejection, slammed into Earth around midday, triggering a "severe" geomagnetic storm that could impact power grids and GPS and radio communications systems, as well as amplify aurora displays in regions that typically don't see them. "When skies are clear, the aurora (northern lights) could be visible as far south as Ala

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Hurricane Milton Heading For Florida

This hurricane doesn’t look good for you @TylerM Looks like you’re right in the path of Milton when it makes landfall at Cat 3. You are probably now preparing your home for the hurricane and / or making plans to evacuate the area. Thoughts and prayers from our family to yours that you and your family will remain safe and that there isn’t too much damage done.

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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Dame Maggie Smith obituary: A formidable star on stage and screen

Today we lost a true legend with the death of Dame Maggie Smith. Image source,Alamy Dame Maggie Smith played the formidable Dowager Countess of Grantham in Downton Abbey https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crggzy42v30o

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MajorHavoc
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PROTRUCKDRIVER!!!!

Happy Birthday @ProTruckDriver !!!! DAVE Have a great day!!

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TripleHelix
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Asteroid

Asteroid 2024 ON not hitting earth but its speed concerning, says Nasa A giant 720-foot asteroid named 2024 ON is expected to make its closest approach to earth today. The asteroid will safely pass earth at a distance of 997,793 kilometres, which is 2.5 times the distance between the earth and the moon – considered safe for earthlings, but a negligible distance by cosmic standards. According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa), the speed of the asteroid is around 40,233 km/h, which is a bit concerning. The asteroid will reach the closest to earth on September 17, 2024. https://www.business-standard.com/world-news/asteroid-2024-on-not-hitting-earth-but-its-speed-concerning-says-nasa-124091600615_1.html And it’s a full Moon tonight!

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TripleHelix
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Shran
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The music thread - What are you listening to?

Hey everyone, Shran here! I figured since we have good night and good morning threads, a picture thread, and a joke thread, why not have a music thread where we can share some of the music we like, too? Just post the name of the Song and Artist you are or have recently listened to, and maybe a link to the song on YouTube or some lyrics from the song 😃. I'll go first: Paradise by the Italian disco group Change - 1981

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Goodnight

Goodnight all my Webrooters and hope tomorrow brings a fruitful ,healthy and happy day for everyone, See you all when the Sun comes up! Because I need to get some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz now,,, 🙂

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TripleHelix
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Happy 4th of July 2024

To everyone living in the US and my Friends have a happy and safe holiday’s! We had our Canada day on July 1st so we had a nice long weekend.

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TylerM
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Actor Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

IMAGE SOURCE,GETTY IMAGES Rachel Looker BBC News, Washington Actor Donald Sutherland, star of films including The Hunger Games and Don't Look Now, has died at 88 after a long illness. His son, the actor Kiefer Sutherland, announced his father's death in a statement. "With a heavy heart, I tell you that my father, Donald Sutherland, has passed away. I personally think one of the most important actors in the history of film," he said. "Never daunted by a role, good, bad or ugly. He loved what he did and did what he loved, and one can never ask for more than that. A life well lived." Actor Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

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MajorHavoc
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This poor person....

The top of the latest Webroot ad shows this: Someone should really help this person protect their identity! 😁 (Sorry, could not resist)

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TripleHelix
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ProTruckDriver
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Happy Groundhog Day!

Happy Groundhog Day to all the Webrooter’s. Look at all the people that got up early to see Punxsutawney Phil. ROFLMAO

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Jasper_The_Rasper
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How Did You Ring In The New Year of 2024?

Both my Wife and I were fast asleep when 2024 rang in. Being our age it’s another year older. ROFL If you don’t know what I mean, wait your time will come when you get up there in age.🤣 New Years morning we went out for a nice breakfast and later that evening dinner.

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TylerM
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🎄 Holiday Innovation Challenge: Invent the Next Big IoT Gift! 🎁Contest

Happy Holidays Everyone! This festive season contest, we're excited to announce a special prompt that blends the spirit of innovation with the joy of gift-giving. We're looking for the most creative and practical ideas for an IoT (Internet of Things) device that would make a fantastic Christmas present! 🌟 Contest Details: Your Mission: Think about what kind of IoT device would make people's lives easier, safer, or just more fun. Whether it's a smart gadget for the home, a revolutionary personal device, or something we haven't even imagined yet, we want to hear your ideas. How to Enter: Submit your idea under this post. 🏆 Prizes: The most 2 most innovative and feasible idea will win a $25 Gift Card (25EUR, 20GBP)! 📅 Contest Timeline: Submission End Date: [Jan 4th 2024] Winner Announcement: [Jan 5th 2024] 💡 Inspiration Tips: Think about everyday challenges that could be solved with a smart device. Consider how your device could enhance cyber security in a unique way. Keep user-friend

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