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‘Are you serious?’ Pilot reports mystery man flying in ‘wingsuit’ on final approach at Los Angeles airport * WorldNetDaily * by Joe Kovacs
'I've seen a lot of things in my 35 years in the air, but I've never seen this!'
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Why Apples Float
Did you know that apples are about 25 percent air? That’s why apples float in a bucket of water and why a fresh apple feels lighter than it looks. The air sits in tiny pockets between the cells of the flesh, which is part of what gives a crisp apple that satisfying crunch when you bite into it. But the longer an apple sits in storage, the more it loses those air pockets, and that’s why a mealy, dense apple means it’s been sitting too long.
The thing is, most apples sold in American grocery stores have been sitting in cold storage for six to twelve months before they even get to the produce aisle. Growers pump nitrogen into sealed rooms and lower the oxygen to basically put the apples to sleep. That apple in your fridge may have been picked late last summer or fall, and it has been sitting in a chilled, oxygen-starved warehouse ever since. It is still safe to eat, but the Vitamin C drops drastically, and the antioxidant polyphenols like quercetin degrade too.
A freshly picked apple from a local orchard in the fall is a completely different food from a year old June apple at the supermarket.
Speaking of apples…
Did you know there is one specific kind of apple that helps shrink your waistline faster than other apples? Go to our blog to find out more:
>> This apple is the powerhouse of weight loss
P.S. What’s your favorite kind of apple? Has it changed since you were a kid? Hit reply and let me know because I’m curious if we all like the same kind of apple best.
Did you know that apples are about 25 percent air? That’s why apples float in a bucket of water and why a fresh apple feels lighter than it looks. The air sits in tiny pockets between the cells of the flesh, which is part of what gives a crisp apple that satisfying crunch when you bite into it. But the longer an apple sits in storage, the more it loses those air pockets, and that’s why a mealy, dense apple means it’s been sitting too long.
The thing is, most apples sold in American grocery stores have been sitting in cold storage for six to twelve months before they even get to the produce aisle. Growers pump nitrogen into sealed rooms and lower the oxygen to basically put the apples to sleep. That apple in your fridge may have been picked late last summer or fall, and it has been sitting in a chilled, oxygen-starved warehouse ever since. It is still safe to eat, but the Vitamin C drops drastically, and the antioxidant polyphenols like quercetin degrade too.
A freshly picked apple from a local orchard in the fall is a completely different food from a year old June apple at the supermarket.
Speaking of apples…
Did you know there is one specific kind of apple that helps shrink your waistline faster than other apples? Go to our blog to find out more:
>> This apple is the powerhouse of weight loss
P.S. What’s your favorite kind of apple? Has it changed since you were a kid? Hit reply and let me know because I’m curious if we all like the same kind of apple best.
And great to drink or eat to help control diabetes.
Im just reposting this....cuz the pics usually just poooooof disappear. And, its just so cute, I want to see it again. Hopefully, this one will not go poof.
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There’s only one region where both alligators and crocodiles coexist in the wild. |
| Alligators and crocodiles have a lot in common, but there are some big differences between them — including the locations these two gargantuan reptiles call home. American crocodiles (Crocodylus acutus) can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, southern Mexico, Central America, Ecuador, and elsewhere. Meanwhile, American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis) mostly stick to the southeastern U.S. There’s only one place where they coexist in the wild. |
| Although your typical croc and warbler appear to have nothing in common, the duo share a common ancestor that roamed the Earth some 240 million years ago. Both birds and crocodiles (as well as alligators and gharials) descend from a group of reptiles known as “archosaurs,” which literally means “ruling reptiles.” From this group came dinosaurs — the ancestors of birds — and crocodilians. While the common ancestor of these two disparate animals existed a long time ago, birds underwent a drastic evolution, whereas crocodiles remained relatively similar over time. In fact, in 2014 scientists discovered that crocodiles have the slowest molecular change of any known vertebrate genome, meaning crocodiles have remained the same — more or less — for millions of years. |
It is with profound sorrow that we bid farewell to Jeanne Gibson, our beloved Rosie the Riveter, has passed away today, July 29, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. With her passing, we don't simply mourn the loss of a beloved friend, we honor the life of an American hero whose courage, dedication, and unwavering spirit helped shape history, and will continue to inspire generations to come.
At just 18 years old, Jeanne left her home in Minnesota in the summer of 1944 and answered her nation's call, becoming a welder at Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle. With determination and grit, she helped build destroyers that strengthened the Allied war effort during World War II. She later continued her service with the Army Transportation Corps in Juneau, Alaska, embodying the resilience and patriotism of the Greatest Generation.
Yet Jeanne's legacy extended far beyond the war. She earned her Ph.D., dedicated three decades to teaching, earned her private pilot license, and spent the rest of her life proving that courage, determination, and purpose know no age.
In 2024, Jeanne and her fellow Rosies were collectively awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, one of our nation's highest civilian honors, recognizing the extraordinary women whose sacrifices and determination helped secure victory during World War II.
To all of us at Pacific Historic Parks, Jeanne was far more than a Rosie, she was family. She traveled to Hawaiʻi time and again to share her remarkable story with visitors, inspire local students, and ensure that the sacrifices of the Home Front would never be forgotten. Her radiant smile, generous heart, and boundless enthusiasm touched every life she encountered.
She had a special gift for encouraging young girls, reminding them that no dream was too big and no obstacle too great. Through her words and her example, she inspired generations to believe in themselves and pursue lives of courage, service, and purpose.
Jeanne remained a tireless advocate for preserving the legacy of the Rosies, volunteering at Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park on "Rosie Fridays" and ensuring the stories of the women who helped win the war would continue to inspire future generations.
In one of life's poignant moments, just days before her passing, Jeanne was celebrated with a Wall of Honor banner at the park she loved so dearly and recognized during a San Jose Earthquakes halftime ceremony honoring Bay Area heroes. It was a fitting tribute to a woman whose life was defined by selfless service, quiet strength, and extraordinary grace.
Though Jeanne has taken her final flight, her legacy will never fade. It lives on in every story she shared, every young person she inspired, every life she touched, and in the enduring example of courage she leaves behind.
Our hearts are with Jeanne's family, her fellow Rosies, and all who were blessed to know and love her.
Rest in peace, Jeanne Gibson.
Thank you for answering the call when your country needed you most. Thank you for showing generations what courage looks like. We will remember you always.
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FYI @Jimi the eclipse is happening on 12 Aug 26 not the 2nd like the pic you posted says. Also it's won't be seen in most of the US except in the northeast. There is a total solar eclipse on 2 Aug 27.
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