Sunday, February 16

Israel and Hamas have completed their next prisoner exchange, which confirms that their ceasefire deal is still going and will not be broken up.

Fact of the Day (Reader's Digest): The secret to pain relief may be in your backyard-- or not. For centuries, willow bark has been used as an alternative to aspirin. The active ingredient in the bark, salicyl, turns to salicylic acid and is more gentle on the stomach than over-the-counter aspirin. However, willow bark does not agree with some people, and it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, and allergic reactions.

Quote of the Day (Gracious Quotes): It is better to stand and fight. If you run, you’ll only die tired.

(Viking Proverb)

Word of the Day (Merriam-Webster): Livid (adj, LIV-id) - Livid means "very angry, enraged, or furious." It may also describe things having a dark purplish or reddish color.

In a Sentence: The teen's parents were livid when they discovered she had lied about her whereabouts.