News; birthdays/events; has your cc/debit card ever been turned down when you knew there was money in the account? it even happens to famous people; word of the day.

News; Mardi Gras tossing out "new" beads; game: what are these video games by their sound?; biathalon is and odd winter Olympic sport...but they used to have some very bizzare sports that are no longer part of the games.

News; game: just over $1,000 pyramid; who has been stealing students items...camera reveals the thief (funny story); American names mean other things in other languages...what do 'Ashley and Brad' mean?

News; game: picture songs; best reason to start your day with breathing and stretching; goodbye/fun facts....Fat Tuesday--The last day of Carnival and the day before Ash Wednesday, Fat Tuesday is the intertwining of a period of festivals and feasts that lead to a time of fasting and reflection--this enduring celebration has many traditions and deep roots around the world. Through time and culture, the practices of Lent and Carnival, Mardi Gras, and Shrove Tuesday have varied and become incorporated into regional customs. While the French didn't originate the medieval feast, they did put their stamp on it. From parades to beignets and colorful masks, the last day of Carnival is full of elaborate costumes and lavish food sure to hold the revelers over through a long fast....so laissez les bons temps rouler--let the good times roll!!