October 22, 2025

23 Oct

 

 





Flagstaff Today 67°: 37° Week 43 Day 296

Wind 3 mph Gusts 7 mph

Active Fire: 252 miles away Risk of Fire: High

Nearest lightning: 267 miles away

Air Quality: Fair Mostly Cloudy Sunshine

Oct. Averages: Temps: 65°\34° Moisture: 4 Days  ave. 1.2”

Weekly Observations

Asexuality Week: 18-24 Link
Bullying Bystanders Unite Week: 18-24 
Freedom From Bullies Week: 18-24
Food & Drug Interactions and Awareness Week: 18-24
Give Wildlife a Brake! Week: 18-24  
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International Dyslexia Association Reading Week: 18-24
National Business Women's Week: 18-24   
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National Character Counts Week: 18-24 
National Chemistry Week: 18-24
National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week: 18-24 
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National Forest Products Week: 18-24
National Friends of Libraries Week: 18-24 
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: 18-24 
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National Massage Therapy Week: 18-24 
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National Pharmacy Week: 18-24 Link  
National Respiratory Care Week: 18-24
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National School Bus Safety Week: 18-24 National Teen Drivers Safety Week: 18-24  Link 
Veterinary Technicians Week: 18-24 
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Rodent Awareness Week: 18-24
Spiritual Care Week: 18-24

Career in Energy Week: 19-24 
Freedom of Speech Week: 19-25 
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Mediation Week: 19-25  
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Medical Assistants Recognition Week: 19-23
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National Health Education Week: 19-23 
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National Nuclear Science Week: 19-23
Pro Bono Week: 19-25 
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YWCA Week Without Violence: 19-25 
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Red Ribbon Week: 23-31  Link 

Daily Observations

Birth of Baha'Ullah: 23
Champagne Day: 23  
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Disabled Women's Equal Pay Day: 23 
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IPod Day: 23

National Mole Day: 23 Link (Avogadro number)
Swallows Depart from San Juan Capistrano Day: 23
TV Talk Show Host Day: 23

Today’s Quotes                                                             


 

Today’s Memes

 


Thoughts for the day

It started as a nice sunny day, but by 8a clouds appeared and stayed. There was even a little rain for our forest.

Trump says he is owed $230million from DOJ for the many investigations of him. If he wins the payout, that is taxpayer money. He hinted that he would donate the money to worthy causes…the biggest is probably his ‘ballroom’ that is currently gutting the East Wing of the White House. It should be noted that Trump did not follow the established procedures for building his ballroom.

I was saddened to hear that a former teacher was shot and killed by her daughter here in Flagstaff. She was a good teacher and a nice human. Also, the maintenance man I worked with at Tonalea passed away after an illness. 

Exploring the Richest Countries…

Japan

Japan is the third-richest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $39,859 and a total GDP of $5 trillion. This makes it one of the most prosperous countries in terms of economic output. Its economy is driven by services, manufacturing, and technology sectors that contribute to its overall wealth.

GDP per Capita: Japan’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita stands at an impressive $39,859 as of 2023. This means that on average each person living in Japan has access to more resources than those living in many other countries around the world.

Economic Sectors: The Japanese economy is divided into three main sectors – services (which account for 70% of GDP), manufacturing (25%), and technology (5%). Services include banking and finance, retail trade, transportation, and communications industries while manufacturing covers automobiles, chemicals production as well as electronic goods production. Technology includes research & development activities related to robotics and artificial intelligence which are becoming increasingly important for businesses operating within Japan’s borders.

Japan has a strong and diverse economy, with high GDP per capita and wealth distribution that reflects its importance in the global economy. Now let’s look at Germany to see what makes it one of the world’s richest countries.

Key Takeaway: Japan is the third-richest country in the world, with a GDP per capita of $39,859 and a total GDP of $5 trillion. Its economy is driven by services (70%), manufacturing (25%), and technology (5%). This makes it one of the most prosperous countries due to its strong economic output.

Interesting facts…

The Longest River: Nile River

Flowing through 11 countries in northeastern Africa, the Nile River stretches an impressive 6,650 kilometers. It is not only a vital water source for millions of people, but it also holds historical and cultural significance, with ancient civilizations flourishing along its banks.

Random Thoughts…

People say you can't live without love..... I think oxygen is more important.

Allergies are weird. Break a leg and you'll recover but eat a peanut and you're dead

Sometimes I ask a question and forget to listen to the answer.

Poems that don't rhyme are just really weird sentences that make people feel awkward. 

Historic Events

Click here for 23 October history

Birthdays

Ryan Reynolds, 49

Movie Actor


Weird Al Yankovic, 66

Pop Singer


LaVar Ball, 58

Entrepreneur


Dwight Yoakam, 69

Country Singer


Jackie Long, 44

Movie Actor

 

Pelé (Edson Arantes do Nascimento ) (d.2022; @82)  Soccer Player

The End for today…

           

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