The Tragic Life of Clippy, the World's Most Hated Virtual Assistant
The happy little paper clip made Microsoft Office users absolutely miserable. Naturally, that didn't stop the internet from writing erotica about him.
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Kerala lottery: Women sanitation workers hit India lottery jackpot
Eleven women from India's Kerala state win a 100m rupee ($1.2m) lottery after pooling their money.
1970-01-01 08:00
House GOP chairmen announce probe into Hunter Biden plea deal
Three House GOP chairmen sent a letter Monday to Attorney General Merrick Garland demanding documents and information regarding circumstances related to Hunter Biden's plea deal with the Justice Department.
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Subway offers free sandwiches for life contest if you legally change your name
American food chain Subway has launched a “free sandwiches for life” contest for anyone willing to change their name to “Subway.” The sandwich company announced the start of their new customer competition this week with a desirable “Deli Hero” prize. One fortuitous winner who would legally change their name to “Subway” will be picked to get free stacked meat and double-cheese subs for the rest of their life. From 1 August to 4 August, any adult can go online to SubwayNameChange.com to enter and potentially win a lifetime of “Deli Heros”. “Subway is looking to reward its biggest fan with free subs for life if they legally change their first name to Subway,” the announcement on the company’s website read. “Subway brand love and dedication run deep, especially when free sandwiches are up for grabs.” All fees associated with changing the winner’s name will be covered by the company, but the winner must consent to a background check and provide the company with proof they changed their name within four months of being picked. Then, they will receive $50,000 in Subway gift cards. This isn’t the first time Subway has promised one lucky contestant a lifetime of free subs. “In 2022, one superfan camped out for two days to get a footlong tattoo of the Subway Series logo in exchange for free Subway for life,” the chain declared in the announcement. Subway introduced their “Deli Hero” menu item this month when their plans to invest in fresh slices of meat were underway. The food chain spent more than $80m buying and installing new meat slicers in over 20,000 locations. Since then, Subway has reported moer than $2m in sales for the “Deli Hero” pick, according to a CNN Business report. In 1965, Fred DeLuca co-founded the company with the financer Peter Buck. Back when there was only one sub shop in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the name was “Pete’s Super Submarines.” Now, the restaurant has more than 42,000 locations across 100 countries. According to a 2020 Business Insider report, “Subway has the most locations of any fast-food chain on the planet.” In terms of sales, McDonald’s is the number one fast-food chain. Per The Takeout analysis, McDonald’s reported $48.7bn and Subway reported $9.2bn in sales in 2022. Read More Subway launches bizarre Creme Egg sandwich — but they’re only available in four stores The biggest new vegan launches to know for 2023, from Pret to Wagamama Subway sandwich chain co-founder Peter Buck dies at 90
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Two people killed in County Monaghan crash
A further three people have been taken to hospital, two of whom are in a critical condition.
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Level Up Your Desk: 8 Ways to Improve Your Dual Monitor Setup
Whether you're working hard or playing hard, dual monitors give you more space to get
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25 Big Facts About Pee-wee Herman
In the summer of 1985, Paul Reubens introduced America’s youth—and millions of young-at-heart adults—to a new kind of comedy.
1970-01-01 08:00
Man shot by police after firing shots at Jewish school in Memphis
A man was shot by authorities after firing shots at a Jewish school in Memphis, Tennessee, police said.
1970-01-01 08:00
Biden to keep US Space Command in Colorado, reversing Trump decision
President Joe Biden has decided that the headquarters of US Space Command will remain in Colorado and not move to Alabama, two US officials told CNN on Monday, reversing a decision by then-President Donald Trump.
1970-01-01 08:00
Fabinho completes Liverpool exit to join Al Ittihad
Fabinho has left Liverpool to join Saudi Pro League champions Al Ittihad.
1970-01-01 08:00
Connecticut US Rep. Rosa DeLauro gets inked at age 80 alongside her 18-year-old granddaughter
Connecticut U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro has been known for years for her colorful clothing and hairstyle
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB trade deadline: Grading every blockbuster trade so far [UPDATED]
Let's get nuts, people. The MLB Trade Deadline is at 6 p.m. ET on August 1. Who will be buyers, and who will end up selling? Here's everything you need to know.The MLB trade deadline is THE biggest days of the baseball calendar, if only because it pertains to every fanbase. Yes, the po...
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