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Good afternoon

Why, hello, lovely folks! Are you ready to welcome the week with open arms? I (Sethia) surely am! I had a quiet weekend, which was a real treat! I curled up with a good book, went on a well-deserved brunch with my partner, and let myself indulge in plenty of relaxation. It’s astonishing how a quiet weekend can recharge you for the week ahead, eh? But now, let’s get down to business!

Breaking News

An ‘80s star best known for 9 to 5 and Tootsie has been found dead in his home. May he rest in peace.
This service has been saving Aussies an average of $357.95 a year on their health insurance*.
A popular Bunnings buy has been urgently recalled over fears it could cause serious injuries.
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Food, Health, and Lifestyle

This foreign waitress has vowed to NEVER serve Australians again. Here’s why.
Meet the Gold Coast blokes who saw a need in the community and stepped up to help.
Meanwhile, a traumatised Aussie has sworn off using Uber forever after a ‘horrifying’ X-rated act.
IKEA has rolled out an irresistible menu item that you can enjoy guilt-free!
Love the SDC? You might love this even more.
Aussie parents were floored by this child’s ‘infuriating’ English homework. Is the teacher wrong?
Have you heard about our petitions? Check them out here!
You’ll never believe what this mum unearthed in a Salvation Army op shop… ‘So ridiculous.’
How did this lawyer book 58 FREE flights with this popular airline? ‘Nothing unlawful about it!’
BEWARE: Do you have these ‘pretty’ flowers in your garden? Get rid of them NOW!
This man broke an ‘unspoken rule’. Now, his wife refuses to speak with him. Whose side are YOU on?
Never use these complimentary items at a hotel, or you could be in for a rude shock.
Are you making the most out of this fruit? This ‘brilliant’ trick will transform them into a tasty treat.
Make dinner unforgettable with this tasty recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!

Entertainment

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Was this bridesmaid wrong for ditching the bride?
Did you get last week’s riddle correct?
Looking for a mind-boggling movie that you’ll want to watch TWICE? Check out this lineup.
Has it been a while since things got hot and steamy in the bedroom? You’ll love this joke!
Member @Observer also has a brilliant joke about the dangers of predictive texts!
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Today's Afternoon Trivia

Who wrote the novel Frankenstein?

Image Source: MUBI

A	George Orwell

B	Mary Shelley

C	Bram Stoker

D	Charles Dickens

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Brighten up your day even more with this cheeky joke by member @mOiOz!

Let's Save

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Monday, 20 May

What's the image saying?

Image Source: Seniors Discount Club

Can you figure out what word this image is trying to ‘spell’ out? If you think you know the correct answer, post the answer here.

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Fun & Games

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Head to our games forum here!

Fact of the day

Mouldy fruit transformed!

Image Source: Kathleen Ryan

Who would have thought that mould could be so… beautiful? It may sound bizarre, but Kathleen Ryan's artworks prove it's possible. What is typically considered repulsive, she transforms by using gemstones to create representations of rotten fruit.

WORD OF THE DAY

Insouciance

Non-chalance. For example, ‘His insouciance is a part of his charm.’ Pronounced as IN-SOO-SEE-UHNS.

Quote of the day

‘You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!’

— Dr Seuss

Today's trivia answer:

The writer behind the iconic Frankenstein is Mary Shelley.

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