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Do you get a hairbrush on Survivor?

Toiletries, including razors, hairbrushes or toothbrushes, are not allowed.

What is the smartest thing to do during inflation?
What is the smartest thing to do during inflation?

Buy bonds You can choose from corporate bonds issued by private and public companies, municipal bonds from local governments, or treasury bonds by...

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What are the four basic hand tools?
What are the four basic hand tools?

What are the Types of Hand Tools and how are They Important? Laying out the tools – measuring tools. Striking tools – hammers, and sledges. Metal...

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The tribe has spoken. Since its debut in 2000, the game of Survivor has changed in many ways. However, one thing has remained the same: There are strict rules that the castaways must follow. Some rules are put in place for safety reasons. For example, the CBS cast must sign a lengthy contract ahead of time, which includes an agreement to be filmed at all hours of the day and “have no expectations of privacy.” They also must all disclose their complete medical histories. The rules continue after being voted off the island too. Those who don’t make the jury aren’t sent home. Instead, they’re required to stay with production in a different location — for free! — until the season is done being filmed. Of course, there are times when the rules get broken. In 2016, the cast of season 33, Millennials v Gen X, had to leave camp due to a cyclone. This marked the first time that the entire cast was evacuated and that the competitors were able to sleep inside — but they still weren’t comfortable. “We made the decision to bring them to base camp so that we would all be together. We put each tribe in a separate room with absolutely nothing in it. No food, no blankets, no pillows, nothing. They were monitored by producers the entire night,” host and executive producer Jeff Probst told Entertainment Weekly at the time. “And, to their credit, they did not talk or try to form alliances. They honored the good faith agreement we had made. The next morning, we returned them to the beaches and the game resumed.” Although alliances are a big part of the game, don’t get too close! Agreeing to share any portion of the million-dollar prize is also not allowed and can result in punishment. Plus, contracts and NDAs play into the show even after filming wraps. Everything must be kept secret before the season airs. Season 37’s Alec Merlino shared a photo of himself and contestant Kara Key before David vs. Goliath premiered in 2018 and wasn’t allowed to attend the reunion show — which also garners a $10,000 paycheck. In fact, the contract they sign ahead of filming lasts a long time, meaning the cast is not allowed to share “the ways of production” until three years after their season airs on TV.

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How can I live on $30 a week for food?
How can I live on $30 a week for food?

Here's how I keep my grocery bill under $30 a week Breakfast: Cheerios with milk and a banana, plus the free coffee I get from my office. Mid-...

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Is it OK to keep a gun safe in the garage?
Is it OK to keep a gun safe in the garage?

It's best to avoid placing our gun safes in the garage, but if there is no other choice, it's a good practice to bolt it to the floor and build a...

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Are wolf loyal to humans?

New research published today in Royal Society Open Science shows that wolf puppies, when raised by humans, display signs of both attachment and affection towards their owners, and that these feelings last into adulthood.

From Gizmodo.com:

Wolves and dogs are separated by 15,000 years of evolution, during which time the species have veered off into radically different directions. Dogs still retain many of their ancestral behaviors, but less is known about any latent “dog-like” tendencies among modern wolves. A new study of human-raised wolf pups suggests wolves can become attached to their owners in a manner reminiscent of dogs—but that’s where the similarities end. New research published today in Royal Society Open Science shows that wolf puppies, when raised by humans, display signs of both attachment and affection towards their owners, and that these feelings last into adulthood.

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Why is 30-30 so popular?
Why is 30-30 so popular?

30-30 also tend to be lighter than many other deer rifles, making them easier to carry and shoulder than their typically longer-range counterparts....

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Why can't you name your kid Tom in Portugal?
Why can't you name your kid Tom in Portugal?

While you can name your child Tomás, he or she can't go by Tom in Portugal. That's because the country has banned the shortened versions of names...

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What's the longest anyone has slept?
What's the longest anyone has slept?

Other weird records Previously, Peter Tripp held the first record at 201 hours and suffered from hallucinations for several days after. Between...

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What is Kipling method?
What is Kipling method?

The 5W1H, also known as the Kipling method—is a set of questions used by Rudyard Kipling to extensively answer existing questions and trigger ideas...

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