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Monday Edition - February 9, 2026

Good morning Member

Have you had breakfast yet? I don’t know about you, but when my stomach starts asking questions and my brain can’t settle on an answer, I always end up thinking about Japanese food—so many choices, so many flavors, but somehow always feels like the right decision. It got me smiling this morning and made me wonder about meals tied to memories, travels, and family tables.

So let’s warm things up with today’s question: Which country do you think has the best cuisine? Is it a place you grew up eating from, somewhere you visited years ago, or a style of cooking that still reminds you of home? Head over to the forum and share your pick—and the story behind it.

Before we move on, let’s solve last Friday’s Word Unscramble: U D E T I T G R A

Now let’s start the week with a fresh challenge. Unscramble this: H Y S C P I S

Send in your guess in the forum—we’ll be giving tomorrow’s shout-out to everyone who cracks it. Alright, GrayViners, grab a cup of coffee, settle in nice and easy, and let’s roll into today’s stories together: Social Security checks arriving this week, recalled snack alert in 20 states, Grammy-nominated rock star’s passing, and more!

Blue — Newsletter Writer


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Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

How many hearts does an earthworm have?

Image source: Unsplash/Julian Zwengel

A. One

B. Three

C. Five

D. Seven


Emoji’s Decoded SeparatorEmoji’s Decoded

Which popular ‘70s song is this?

Hint: Elton John’s song about glittering farewell that trades fantasy and fame for a simpler place back home.

Think you got it? Submit your guess here! Did you crack the last one? Find out here.


Yesterday’s America SeparatorYesterday’s America

How Much Were These Back then?

Image source: Facebook/Louie Lope

This will take you back—lift the lid, hear the clink, and suddenly you’re standing in a gas station or corner store, staring at rows of cold bottles waiting their turn to drop. No flashing lights, no digital screens—just metal, glass, and patience while you made your choice. You can almost taste it, can’t you? So tell us… when you were buying sodas from a machine like this, how much did one cost? Let’s stroll down memory lane with your nostalgic finds here!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - February 9, 2026

1942 - The daylight saving time was instituted.

1964 - The Beatles performed on The Ed Sullivan Show for the first time.

What else happened On This Day throughout history? See them here!


Awww of the day SeparatorAwww Of The Day

Image source: Reddit

A Superb Owl After The Super Bowl​

Well now, talk about the spirit of the day! Here’s a Superb Owl—wide-eyed, curious, and perfectly poised like he’s ready to score the winning touchdown in the cuteness department. Whether he’s sneaking a peek at the post-game leftovers or just enjoying the quiet after all the cheering, that look says, “I saw everything… and I approve.” Got a photo that melts hearts? Share your most aww-worthy moment here!


Today's (Grand)Dad joke SeparatorToday's (Grand)Dad Joke

Three tipsy friends take a taxi ride so short, one of them thinks it nearly ended in disaster. Spread the laughter today. Post your best jokes in the forum!


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Fascinating fact of the day SeparatorFascinating Fact Of The Day

Image Source: Unsplash/Bunly Hort

A determined teenager found an unusual way to pay for college, and it worked better than anyone expected. Got your own fun facts? We’d love to hear them here!


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Today’s trivia answer: C.

An earthworm has five hearts.