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Who is Ben Goldstein? 'Jeopardy!' contestant becomes 'lowest-scoring multi-day champ' in history of game show
Who is Ben Goldstein? 'Jeopardy!' contestant becomes 'lowest-scoring multi-day champ' in history of game show
Ben Goldstein racked up one of the lowest combined totals after 5 days than any other player in the history of ‘Jeopardy!’
2023-06-23 12:55
What is Lake Xochimilco and axolotl? The unique landmark celebrated in Google Doodle
What is Lake Xochimilco and axolotl? The unique landmark celebrated in Google Doodle
The Google Doodle has celebrated diverse figures like photographer Corky Lee to German actress Renate Krößner recently, and now it's turned its attention to something entirely different. Today (May 20), it’s all about a rare animal and its natural habitat, with the search engine launching a new initiative with an interactive doodle. Lake Xochimilco in Mexico and the rare axolotl are being celebrated today, with Google shedding light on the exotic animal and effort to protect it. The axolotl is a species of salamander which is paedomorphic – retaining its juvenile features as an adult. Its closest relative is the tiger salamander, and the rare special can only be found in very specific places around the world. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter One of them is Lake Xochimilco. Google’s description reads: “Today’s interactive Doodle celebrates Lake Xochimilco, a natural lake near Mexico City that is the last remaining native habitat for axolotls in the world (cousins of the salamander). “The lake was once home to the ancient Aztec civilization during the 15th century, and eventually landowners in the colonial period took over occupation of the lake. On this day in 1920, the Mexican government returned Lake Xochimilco back to the locals. Lake Xochimilco now serves as a recreational site, cultural attraction, and home to the rare axolotl species.” It continues: “Due to Lake Xochimilco’s unique landscape, local farmers adopted the ancient chinampa farming method, which involves artificial floating gardens. These chinamperos (or farmers) grow hundreds of different aquatic plants, from common vegetables to medicinal herbs, in the nutrient-rich soil. It’s also a popular destination for rowing and kayaking — cruising on colorful, wooden boats called trijaneras is an essential pastime on the lake. “Lake Xochimilco is also currently the last remaining native habitat on Earth for axolotls, fresh-water salamanders that live in the water instead of on land. Their mouths are permanently upturned into a slight smile, and they can regenerate limbs, gills, and even parts of their eyes and brains! Unfortunately, these delicate creatures were listed as a critically endangered species in 2008.” “Legend has it that their namesake — the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Xolotl — disguised himself as a salamander to avoid sacrifice. The axolotl is so culturally revered in Mexico that the Bank of Mexico added the salamander to the country’s 50-peso bill in 2021. “Today, many are working to protect Lake Xochimilco after years of pollution, invasive species, man-made disturbances, and other obstacles have harmed the axolotl ecosystem. Local chinamperos have been actively restoring their lands with better fertilizers and water filters to preserve these creatures that have become an integral part of their identity and way of life.” Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-05-20 18:20
'The Lincoln Lawyer' Season 2: Which case will create the most trouble for Micky Haller in Netflix drama?
'The Lincoln Lawyer' Season 2: Which case will create the most trouble for Micky Haller in Netflix drama?
Season two of Netflix's 'The Lincoln Lawyer' draws inspiration from another Michael Connelly novel on the infamous LA defense attorney Micky Haller
2023-07-06 12:24
'Love Islands USA' Season 5: Who is Keenan Anunay? 'Big pleaser' desires real connection over physical attraction
'Love Islands USA' Season 5: Who is Keenan Anunay? 'Big pleaser' desires real connection over physical attraction
'Love Islands USA' Season 5 contestant Keenan Anunay is a student athelete
2023-07-19 09:26
Bob Dylan gave notes to James Mangold for film about folk legend's life starring Timothée Chalamet
Bob Dylan gave notes to James Mangold for film about folk legend's life starring Timothée Chalamet
Bob Dylan, folk music legend and prolific songwriter, had some (probably very well written) notes for director James Mangold on the script for the filmmaker's new movie about Dylan, "A Complete Unknown."
2023-07-06 09:47
What channel is the Notre Dame game on today?
What channel is the Notre Dame game on today?
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish begin the 2023 college football season overseas in Dublin vs. the Navy Midshipmen. Here is how you can watch the game on TV. What channel will the game be on?
2023-08-27 01:25
Where is Robin Roberts? ‘GMA’ anchor skips show as she heads to Paris for work trip
Where is Robin Roberts? ‘GMA’ anchor skips show as she heads to Paris for work trip
Robin Roberts might be missing from 'GMA', but she always lets her fans know about her whereabouts via her social media pages
2023-05-16 11:17
Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis: How much do tickets cost and where to buy them?
Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis: How much do tickets cost and where to buy them?
The tickets for Logan Paul vs Dillon Danis match have almost sold out
2023-09-20 16:26
How did Taylor Armstrong's ex-husband die? RHOBH alum says he may have got involved with 'wrong people'
How did Taylor Armstrong's ex-husband die? RHOBH alum says he may have got involved with 'wrong people'
'I think there's a lot of speculation that that was the case,' Taylor confessed
2023-08-04 18:58
Celebrity Naked Attraction episode already has interest from famous faces
Celebrity Naked Attraction episode already has interest from famous faces
Naked Attraction’s Anna Richardson has spoken about the possibility of a celebrity version of the show taking place in the future, saying that she’s already had interest from famous faces. Reports were recently denied that the series was coming to an end on Channel 4, and it looks like there could be enough people to make a celeb version viable at some point. Richardson, who has hosted the show since it first aired in 2016, spoke to OK! and revealed that she’s had interest from showbiz pals. “I’ve bumped into a couple of celebs recently who’ve gone ‘I’d do it!’,” Richardson said, saying that Blue singer and Hollyoaks star Duncan James has expressed an interest. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter “Duncan James was like ‘I’m up for it!’, and I was like ‘oh my god!’. And the lovely Anna Whitehouse, who does the Dirty Mother Pukka podcast, said to me a couple of weeks ago that she’d do it! “This is starting to look like we’re getting five pods together…I know in the past Scott Mills from Radio 1 said, possibly as a joke, that he would do it.” As well as talking about future plans for the show, Richardson also said that she’d like to take Naked Attraction on tour. “My big dream is to do Naked Attraction live!” she said. “I’d like to do it as a theatre show. I just think there’s a few things that we could do now to move it on and Naked Attraction Mark 2. But we’ll see…..” Of course, Naked Attraction is a unique TV programme that sees contestants baring all in the hopes of being chosen by the person looking for love. It’s seen plenty of memorable moments over the years, and the new most recent 10th series was no different – with one contestant provoking somewhat of a large talking point after being labelled “dangerous”. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-15 22:25
'It wasn't subtle': 'Jeopardy!' host Mayim Bialik recalls 'SNL' parody skit mocking her 'undeniably Jewish' nose
'It wasn't subtle': 'Jeopardy!' host Mayim Bialik recalls 'SNL' parody skit mocking her 'undeniably Jewish' nose
Mayim Bialik admits she felt 'ashamed' after 'SNL' star Melanie Hutsell wore prosthetic nose to portray her character Blossom
2023-10-24 10:25
Who is Steve Farese? Tuohy family’s lawyer says ex-NFL player Michael Oher’s petition is 'completely false'
Who is Steve Farese? Tuohy family’s lawyer says ex-NFL player Michael Oher’s petition is 'completely false'
Steve Farese said, 'Numbers don't lie. Paper trails don't lie. And when time comes, I think it will be evident to everyone of what's going on here'
2023-08-17 01:24