The GrayVine Newsletter Monday 08.25.2025

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Monday Edition - August 25, 2025

Good morning Member

Hello hello hello! I hope you had a cozy weekend and are ready to start the week with us. I’ll let you in on a little secret: I am a big fan of Star Wars and I’ve always wanted to see the Millennium Falcon up close, but never had the chance yet. It got me thinking, if you could tour any film or TV set, what would it be and why? Let’s compare answers in the forum—I can’t wait to see what you pick.

Let’s crack last Friday’s Word Unscramble: S K I N S E N D—the answer is kindness! A big round of applause to our Word Wizards who cracked it.

Now, it’s time for today’s challenge: K E P S N I R L

Drop your answer here and if you get it correct, you’ll see your name in tomorrow’s shout-out. Alright, let’s dive into today’s stories—the news you need, the smiles you want, and a few surprises to start your week right.

Blue — Newsletter Writer



Breaking News SeparatorBreaking News

Stories You Should Know

Stories Just For You


Fun & GamesFun & Games


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

Which well-known actor died on Christmas Day in 1977?

Image source: Unsplash/Jem Sahagun

A. Donald Keith

B. Edmund Burns

C. Charlie Chaplin

D. Corinne Griffith


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Yesterday’s America SeparatorYesterday’s America

Which Side Were You On?

Image source: Member RoyzToyz/The GrayVine

Big thanks to GrayViner @RoyzToyz for this blast from 1969! It’s a perfect reminder of the days when long hair was more than just a style—it was a statement. Seeing this might take you right back to the clashes between generations, when music, fashion, and freedom of expression were all tangled together. Do you remember when haircuts could spark a debate at the dinner table? Share which side of the conversation were you on here!


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Can you name this iconic Elvis song?

Image source: The GrayVine

Hint: You can find it down at the end of Lonely Street.

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


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - August 25, 2025

1916 - Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service Organic Act into law.

2012 - Neil Armstrong, the first human to walk on the Moon, passed away at 82.

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


Awww of the day SeparatorAwww Of The Day

Image source: Reddit

Tucked into the coziest spot he could find, this tiny pup drifted right off to sleep—on his human’s slipper! Imagine being so little that a shoe makes the perfect bed. It’s the kind of heart-melting moment that makes you tiptoe just so you don’t wake him. Has a small thing ever made a big impact on your heart? We’d love to hear about it—and if you’ve captured an “aww-dorable” moment lately, send it our way!


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

This woman promised a kind gesture, but her real plan is to teach her husband a funny lesson. Make us laugh with your jokes here!


Fascinating fact of the day SeparatorFascinating Fact Of The Day

Image Source: Reddit

One town renamed itself for fame—and kept it. Strange but true! Got a fun fact of your own? Share it in the forum!

Today’s trivia answer: C. 

Charlie Chaplin died on Christmas Day in 1977.