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trivia question answer What "battle" lasting almost three hours, took place in Farnborough, Hampshire in 1860?
    A bare knuckle boxing match. https://www.lookandlearn.com/blog/8969/bare-knuckle-fighting-tom-sayers-vs-john-heenan/ (Kalibre)
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Apr 17 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which talk show host made a brief cameo in 1984's "Ghostbusters"?
    It was Larry King https://ghostbusters.fandom.com/wiki/Larry_King (Kalibre)
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Apr 17 25 by GBfan
trivia question answer In which UK TV series, episode one, does Lister discover that the entire crew of an enormous mining vessel are dead, and that the series is about to be killed off within 10 minutes? The cause of the deaths is a faulty drive plate.
    Red Dwarf. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_End_(Red_Dwarf) (Kalibre)
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Apr 18 25 by DonaldD1970
trivia question answer Do cockroaches really carry as much disease as they're reputed to?
    It seems that they do. https://www.ecolab.com/articles/2025/01/diseases-spread-by-cockroaches (Kalibre)
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Apr 21 25 by RedRobin7
trivia question answer How many chess variants are recognised?
    It seems there are well over 2,000 recognised chess variants, according to The Encyclopedia of Chess Variants published in 2007. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_chess_variants (Kalibre)
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Apr 22 25 by RedRobin7
trivia question answer What is the commonality between 'Sirach', 'Shepherd of Hermas', and 'Didache'?
    The commonality between these lies in their influential roles in shaping early Jewish and Christian ethical and moral thought, despite not being universally included in the canonical Bible. https://www.wittenbergcomo.com/blog/the-didache-and-the-shepherd-of-hermas (Kalibre)
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Apr 23 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer Who said, "Hiking is not just about reaching a specific summit. It is about the journey itself, about the movement and the experience of nature. Every step is a pleasure, every new bend brings new surprises. Hiking is an adventure that never ceases to amaze us."?
    I can't find a source for who said this. It might have been said by someone on a social media website when they were writing about hiking. (Kalibre)
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Apr 23 25 by Lottie1001
trivia question answer KM Malta Airlines is the flag carrier of Malta. What does KM stand for?
    The 'KM' in KM Malta Airlines doesn't stand for a specific phrase or name. It is the IATA airline code that was originally assigned to Air Malta, the predecessor of KM Malta Airlines. When KM Malta Airlines replaced Air Malta on 31 March 2024, it retained the same IATA code 'KM' for continuity and operational convenience. https://ukaviation.news/goodbye-air-malta-hello-km-malta-airlines/amp/ (Kalibre)
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Apr 25 25 by chabenao1
trivia question answer How did Residente and Visitante, members of the hip-hop group Calle 13, get their stage names?
    They chose their stage names based on a simple but personal system from their childhood in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calle_13_(band) (Kalibre)
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Jul 06 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer Which African head of state sold the government's fleet of expensive Mercedes cars in the 1980s and made a Renault 5 the ministers' official car?
    It was Thomas Sankara. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Sankara (Kalibre)
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Jul 09 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer In the game of cricket, when the bowler delivers the ball to the batsperson, what makes the action of 'bowling' a legitimate delivery as opposed to 'throwing' the ball (which is called a 'no ball')?
    This explains it. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Throwing_(cricket) (Kalibre)
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Jul 15 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer When did the first aerial bombardment by a foreign power on the continental United States take place?
    Arizona https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombing_of_Naco (Kalibre)
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Jul 15 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Founded in 1636, in which South American city was the oldest synagogue in the New World established?
    It was The Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kahal_Zur_Israel_Synagogue (Kalibre)
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Jul 17 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which city in South Yorkshire was ceded to the Kingdom of Scotland in the first Treaty of Durham of 1136, a move that was never formally reversed?
    Doncaster https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treaty_of_Durham_(1136) (Kalibre)
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Jul 19 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer What is the difference between a supercar and a hypercar?
    Supercars are high-performance sports cars known for their speed, sleek design, and driving thrill. They're powerful and expensive, but still relatively accessible compared to the ultra-elite tier. Hypercars take things further. They're rare, cutting-edge machines built to showcase the latest in automotive technology-often with over 1,000 horsepower, hybrid systems, and multimillion-pound price tags. While all hypercars are supercars, not all supercars are hypercars. The key difference lies in exclusivity, innovation, and push. https://carbuzz.com/features/whats-the-difference-between-a-sports-car-a-supercar-and-a-hypercar/ (Kalibre)
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Aug 15 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer Which was the first religious order of knights to establish its own territory in the early 13th century even before the Teutonic Order?
    In the early 13th century, the Knights Hospitaller became the first religious military order to control their own territory. Originally founded to help pilgrims in Jerusalem, they grew into a powerful force and eventually ruled lands like Rhodes and later Malta as independent sovereigns. This happened before the Teutonic Order established its own state in Prussia. Unlike the Templars, who were influential but never truly sovereign, the Hospitallers held real political and military power over their domains. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_order_(religious_society) (Kalibre)
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Aug 15 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer What is the difference between a supercar and a hypercar?
    A hypercar is merely a particularly "super" supercar, usually costing in the millions and almost always a limited run. There is no set boundary where a car begins to be "hyper". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supercar#Hypercar (WesleyCrusher)
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Aug 15 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer Who was the first Medal of Honor recipient to receive his medal at the White House?
    Got another one! John King [quote] October 19, 1909, At the White House, by Pres. William H. Taft[/quote] https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/john-king-1 (elburcher)
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Aug 06 25 by serpa
trivia question answer Near present-day Titusville, Pennsylvania, which Native American people collected crude oil flowing along the Oil Creek and used it for medicine and trade, a practice that was adopted by the white settlers in the region?
    The Seneca https://nwpaheritage.org/items/show/107 (Kalibre)
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Jul 27 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which major European city was liberated for the first time by local military units on April 25, 1945, before the arrival of the Allies?
    The liberation of Genoa occurred following the insurrection which began on the night of April 23 and ended on the evening of April 26, 1945, with the arrival of the first contingents of Allied troops, who entered the city on the morning of April 27. The only case in Europe, in Genoa, an entire German military contingent, under the command of General Gunther Meinhold, surrendered to the Resistance forces, without any allied war intervention. https://www.museidigenova.it/en/act-surrender-german-troops-signed-genoa-april-25-1945 (pehinhota)
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Aug 04 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer What is the difference between a 'parable' and a 'fable'?
    Parables and fables are both short stories designed to teach lessons, but they differ in style, characters, and depth. Parables use realistic human characters and everyday situations to convey moral or spiritual truths. They're often found in religious or philosophical texts and aim to provoke reflection. The message is usually subtle and open to interpretation. Fables, on the other hand, feature animals or objects with human traits and are more whimsical or fantastical. They deliver clear, practical morals, often stated outright at the end. Fables are common in folklore and children's literature, with Aesop's tales being the most famous examples. Parables = realistic, reflective, spiritual Fables = imaginative, direct, moralistic. https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/fable-vs-parable-vs-allegory-grammar-rules (Kalibre)
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Aug 12 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer What is the difference between a 'parable' and a 'fable'?
    Fables tends to have animals as their main characters whereas parables typically have people as the main characters. Both fables and parables are short stories that typically teach a lesson. https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/fable-vs-parable-vs-allegory-grammar-rules (Triviaballer)
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Aug 12 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer Why was the 1991 edition of Eurovision held in Rome rather than in San Remo where it would have originally been held?
    Gulf war https://eurosong-contest.fandom.com/wiki/Eurovision_Song_Contest_1991 (Kalibre)
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May 13 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer On this day (May 17th), an annual Norwegian tradition known as Russefeiring took place. What exactly is this?
    Celebrated by high school students https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russefeiring (Kalibre)
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May 17 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer How is it possible that Jonathan Rea crashed in, but still won, the Suzuka 8 Hour Race in 2019?
    https://www.crash.net/wsbk/news/1009827/1/how-did-jonathan-rea-perform-suzuka-8-hours (Kalibre)
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May 28 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer Was the flat white, a coffee drink, invented in Australia or New Zealand?
    There is a dispute about this. https://theculturetrip.com/pacific/new-zealand/articles/the-contentious-history-of-the-flat-white (Kalibre)
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Jun 08 25 by Thesuperyoshi
trivia question answer How many individual candies does a PEZ candy dispenser hold?
    Twelve https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pez (Kalibre)
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Jun 08 25 by serpa
trivia question answer The first nationalization of a North American oil company by a South American country took place in 1937 where?
    Bolivia https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/latin-american-research-review/article/oil-nationalizations-in-bolivia-1937-and-mexico-1938-a-comparative-study-of-asymmetric-confrontations-with-the-united-states/421DF87FF391D54D9D9E8F6CDF9B52E4 (Kalibre)
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Jun 12 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which continent is home to the 'least highest' highest mountain?
    Australia https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_Summits (Kalibre)
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Jun 22 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer Which female swimmer is the second most successful Olympian (at Summer Games) after gymnast Larissa Latynina?
    Sorry. I made a mistake. It's Katie Ledecky. (Kalibre)
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Jun 23 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which female swimmer is the second most successful Olympian (at Summer Games) after gymnast Larissa Latynina?
    Jenny Thompson https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Thompson? (Kalibre)
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Jun 23 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer Which is the longest-running show, "Cats" or "Les Miz"?
    Les Miserables https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_longest-running_West_End_shows (Kalibre)
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Jun 27 25 by chabenao1
trivia question answer The Second Crusade (1147–1149) in the Holy Land failed to achieve its goal, but was successful in contributing to the rise of which European kingdom?
    Portugal https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Crusade (Kalibre)
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Jun 28 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer What is the accent of the man advertising Cofra Safety Footwear on British TV in early 2025?
    I couldn't find any information about this. However, I have heard that it was a Newcastle (Geordie) accent. (Kalibre)
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Apr 20 25 by gmackematix
trivia question answer What is the origin of the phrase "to pass with flying colours"?
    To 'pass with flying colours' comes from old naval traditions. Ships that returned from battle or a successful journey would fly their flags proudly to show victory. Over time, this idea turned into a metaphor-so now, when someone succeeds impressively, especially in a test or challenge, we say they 'passed with flying colours'. It's like saying they came through triumphantly. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/With_flying_colours (Kalibre)
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Aug 11 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer What is the origin of the phrase "to pass with flying colours"?
    C "colours" has generally meant identifying flags, especially on ships. Flying the flags, or colours on return from a war or a skirmish meant victory, while no flag flying denoted defeat. It was also used on land, as victory in battle was indicated by the hoisting of the company flag, which told both sides who had succeeded. (oldgrannyk)
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Aug 11 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer Does the length of a nautical mile (which, by definition, is based on the curvature of the earth at sea level) change with altitude? In other words, is a nautical mile the same length for an aircraft flying at 30,0000 feet as it is for an ocean liner?
    A nautical mile is a fixed unit of distance - exactly 1,852 meters - based on Earth's geometry, specifically one minute of arc along a line of longitude. This definition doesn't change with altitude, so whether you're at sea level or flying at 30,000 feet, a nautical mile is always the same length. It's used consistently in both marine and air navigation because it aligns with the global coordinate system. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nautical_mile (Kalibre)
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Aug 09 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer When Alaska was sold in 1867, the Russian Tsar is said to have first made a sale offer to the which European ruler before making an offer to the USA?
    I found this. https://www.britannica.com/event/Alaska-Purchase? (Kalibre)
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Jul 12 25 by pehinhota
trivia question answer What makes a 'homily' different from an 'aphorism'?
    This is what I found. https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/73199/what-are-the-differences-between-a-proverb-adage-aphorism-epigram-maxim-and (Kalibre)
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Jul 24 25 by odo5435
trivia question answer Why do ship's captains and airline pilots still use 'nautical' miles and 'knots' to indicate distance and velocity, instead of more modern, mostly universal, metric measurements?
    It's because nautical miles align with latitude/longitude, navigators can easily measure distances on charts using dividers against the latitude scale-no conversion needed. https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/nautical-mile-knot.html (Kalibre)
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Jul 24 25 by odo5435
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