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Hey there, folks! How are you going this morning? I (James) hope you're well! Can you believe we're in the middle of October already? Time sure flies! It feels like just yesterday we were all snuggled up to stay warm in that cool weather, and now, temperatures are rising! Before we know it, we'll be ringing in the new year. For now, let’s make the most out of today, starting with the answer to yesterday’s riddle!

When they are caught, they are thrown away. When they escape, you itch all day. What are they?

And the answer is… fleas! Congratulations to those who got it correct! You can find your shout-out below. And if you didn't quite hit the mark, don’t worry! We've got more winning opportunities coming your way—like our October competition! Just flex your trivia muscles and share your best question (and the answer, of course). The winner is in for a treat with a $100 supermarket voucher!

Now, let's find out what’s happening all around the world and across Australia!

• A shocking 75% of Australians have grappled with higher electricity bills, leaving many in the dark about their energy costs. Did yours go up, too?
• If it seems too good to be true, it probably is… Police are warning that ‘celebrity’ romance scams are on the rise!
• Introducing our new weekly columnist, the Cranky Codger! Take a look at his inaugural rant about the ‘silent con artists’ lurking in supermarket aisles…
• Two months after battling a life-threatening disease, a beloved Aussie singer's close friend offers insight into his well-being.
• A harrowing scene at a Woolworths branch left shoppers with no choice but to run for their lives. What on Earth happened?
• Attention, SDC Rewards members! Are you the lucky winner of last week's competition? Maybe you're eager to try your hand at a new game. See if you can guess this one correctly!
• Prince William has blasted Netflix for its 'incredibly hurtful' portrayal of his late mother Princess Diana. ‘Totally sickened.’
• Die Hard star Bruce Willis’ toughest fight isn't on screen… Here's an update on his fight against dementia.
• A few minutes of your time could save you hundreds of dollars. What are you waiting for? Start saving today.
• Should airlines supersize their seats? There’s an ongoing debate about passenger weight and cramped aeroplane seating.
• A Sunrise presenter’s personal life took a double hit as he shared a startling health update after his headline-making divorce.
• A small detail on a packet of Arnott's Tim Tams sold overseas has left many Aussies fuming. What changed?
• This popular photo app had a HUGE update. Here’s what you should know.
• A small, family-owned business lost a staggering $1.2 million to cybercriminals. Learn how to safeguard yourself from such attacks.
• These new price tags at Kmart are turning budget shoppers into impulse buyers... Watch out, members!
• ALDI's latest marketing move is a two-for-one special, serving up humour—and sarcasm—to both McDonald's and Domino's.
• Can a dish really be called ‘heaven on a plate’? This recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose might just prove it!
• Member @Skipton reeled us in with a joke about fishing that had us hooked! 😉 Check it out here.
• Don't miss your chance to win a $50 voucher to Coles or Woolworths by playing SDC Bingo today! Or, if you're looking for something new, try our latest game, Word Explorers!
• Think you're a trivia whizz? Try SDC Trivia for free! You can also test your skills further with the SDC Crossword.

That’s a wrap of this morning’s news! But the best bits are yet to come—keep scrolling for more surprises, members!

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

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