The Daily Teaser …

Hmmm …

I’ve got to admit, I’ve today off.

So, of course, I’m up a touch later than I would be on a work day.

As part of that … ?

I’ve the BBC News on in the background: one item has definitely caught my eye.

It seems there’s more young people caring for disabled parents or relatives than officially recognised.

Without any kind of help.

I’ve got to admit, that caught my attention. Mostly because I know my Aunty Bella looked after my Grandmother — who suffered from a lot of things, including Alzheimer’s — with minimal support from any official bodies for years …

Lets get moving on, shall we … ?

Before I get too depressed …

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Yesterday’s Teaser saw Trevor putting in his answers: and scoring 5 out of 5, and quoting the late Aneurin “Nye” Bevan.

Lets see how he — and you — do with today’s questions, shall we … ? Here they are, along with the ‘How To’ and License …

Q1) 16th November, 1945, saw the founding of the UN body known to many as UNESCO: what does UNESCO stand for … ?

Q2) According to UNESCO, 16th November is also the International Day of what … ?

Q3) 16th November, 1873, saw the birth of the composer known as The Father of the Blues: who was he … ?

Q4) 16th November, 1933, saw the US government establish diplomatic relationships with which country?

Q5) 16th November, 1961, saw the death of of US politician, Sam Rayburn: he was the longest serving holder of which office in the House of Representatives?

Q6) And finally … 16th November, 1960, saw the death of which notoriously blunt TV personality … ?

And here’s yesterday’s questions and answers …

Q1) 15th November, 1515. saw which English political figure receive a promotion to Cardinal … ?


A1) Cardinal Thomas Wolsey.

Q2) 15th November, 1923, saw Germany issue which version of its currency?

A2) The Rentenmark.

Q3) 15th November, 1963, saw the birth of which tennis player and television presenter … ?

A3) Andrew Castle.

Q4) 15th November, 1971, saw Intel release its first single chip microprocessor: what model of chip was it … ?

A4) The 4004.

Q5) And finally … 15th November, 1708, saw the birth of the 1st Earl of Chatham: how was he better known … ?

A5) William Pitt the Elder.

Enjoy those, everyone, I’ll catch you later …

After leaving you with some music …