Today’s Almanac
Your daily dose of holidays, words, weather & wisdom — updated every morning.
Question of the Day
The combination of moist stuffing and uncooked turkey invites the growth of salmonella, a type of bacteria common in poultry. The stuffing can be prepared ahead of time and put into the turkey just before roasting. After cooking, all stuffing should be removed from the bird’s cavity.
Word of the Day
Siren
One of three sea nymphs, — or, according to some writers, of two, — said to frequent an island near the coast of Italy, and to sing with such sweetness that they lured mariners to destruction.
Upcoming Holidays
- Nov 11 Second Summer
- Nov 11 Remembrance Day (Canada)
Puzzle of the Day
If all the letters of the alphabet were asked out to dinner, why could they not all go together?
Because six always go after tea (T).
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