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Good morning, wonderful folks! I (James) hope this Tuesday, as well as your December so far, have been filled with positivity! With the year winding down, have you given any thought to your resolutions for the new year? I stumbled upon this post by member @Babybird about a ‘simple formula for living’, and it seems like a great way to kick off new beginnings! Now, let's uncover the answer to yesterday's riddle:

I can be written, I can be spoken, I can be exposed, I can be broken. What am I?

And the answer is… news! Congratulations to those who figured it out; you’ll find your well-deserved shout-out below. We’d also like to take this moment to announce the winner of last month's ‘Christmas Memories’ competition. Can we just say, you folks made it incredibly tough for us to choose! Your stories brought so much joy, laughter, and even a few tears. We truly appreciate each and every one of you for sharing your incredible stories with us. After some serious deliberation, we're thrilled to announce that the winner is… 😉

So, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?

• ALDI, Coles, Woolies, and IGA: A 'secret' ranking recently made public has revealed which supermarket really is the best.
• Several Aussies are in extreme distress after the ATO sent out 'strange' letters claiming they have debt.
• After a recent health scare, a rock legend has announced an update for their upcoming show.
• What if you could look after your health for as little as $3.22 per day? Well, it turns out, you very well could!
• Woolworths recently unveiled a new major change in stores! Say goodbye to…
• Woolies also drew flak over this common shopping item.
• Festive spirits were shattered after an Optus user lost their identity and $8,500. Don’t let this happen to you!
• Several NAB, ANZ, CommBank, and Westpac branches have closed in the last six years. Are seniors being 'bullied'?
• Senate grilling awaits Coles and Woolworths amidst price spikes and record profits. ‘It’s time to smash the duopoly.’
• More and more retailers are ditching this commonly criticised feature, but Coles and Woolworths are standing firm. Why?
• Justice met its own gavel after a Supreme Court judge was recently arrested and charged in an unusual court session.
• Sleep troubles? Discover the ultimate solution for restful nights.
• ALDI shoppers can't get enough of this fuss-free 4-ingredient Christmas recipe!
• Remember the joy of chores? Find out how to get the grandkids excited about helping with meals.
• Kmart's $35 dupe to a $900 gadget promises style without the splurge! ‘I need this immediately!’
• SDC Rewards: We have the answer to last week’s ‘How Many Lollies Are In The Jar’ competition, and the winner is…
• Take the hassle out of cooking with this uncomplicated yet delicious recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!
• Member @Skipton’s witty joke exposed the hilarious truth behind our so-called ‘choices’.
• Play SDC Bingo now and turn your luck into a $50 voucher! Don’t pass up on these games, either: SDC Trivia, SDC Crossword, and Word Explorers.

That wraps up your morning news segment. Stay with us for more excitement below! Also, don’t miss our last competition of the year! SDC Rewards members, remember to join your latest weekly exclusive competition!

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally, Athena, Vanee & Maddie.