Saturday Edition

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Good morning and happy Saturday, members! We hope you’re all enjoying your weekend so far and are staying warm & cosy, particularly if you’re in one of the southern states like we are. We have a lot of fun things planned for today, so get comfortable and settle in!

First, let’s look at the answer to yesterday’s riddle. In case you need a reminder, here it is:

A bat and a ball cost $1.10 in total. The bat costs $1.00 more than the ball. How much does the ball cost?

Many of you, including us, answered 10c, but the answer is actually 5c! Why? Well, we warned you this was a bit of a trick question. If the ball cost 10c, and the bat costs $1 more than that, it’d cost $1.10, which means the bat and ball combined would cost $1.20. If the ball costs 5c and the bat costs $1 more than that, it’d cost $1.05, which would give us the correct total of $1.10.

Whew, that was a tough one, eh? Don’t feel too bad if you got it wrong though. This ‘riddle’ is actually a test developed by a professor at Harvard, Shane Federick, back in 2005. Along with a few other questions, it was explicitly designed to deceive readers into giving an automatic response, and only 17% of the participants in their studies (who were students from top universities) got all of them correct.

The real question is, where do you get such affordable sporting equipment? 😉

If you got this one correct, then give yourself a pat on the back and you’ll find a shoutout waiting for you further down this newsletter. If not, don’t worry, like we said it was designed by a Harvard professor to deliberately fool you. The important thing is that you gave it a go.

Now onto our next segment, ‘What Would the Grandkids Say?’ Today, we’re taking a look at the term “Okurrr.” This term was made popular by the American rapper Cardi B and pronounced as o-kuhr as in “okay” with a rolling R sound in a high tone at the end. It’s often used to agree with someone, show that you’re excited about something, or emphasise a point. It’s a bit of a sassy term, so it’s usually used amongst friends. So next time your grandkids are talking about something they’re excited about, throw in an ‘Okurrr’ and see how they react!

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

• Two Woolworths customers have sparked a social media debate after sharing a surprising detail in a pack of fresh herbs - can you see it?
• A Woolworths shopper has been left in disbelief after the price of snow peas had risen to a whopping $42.80 per kilo!
• Want to ring your local ALDI store to see if they have an item in stock? You’re out of luck as they don’t have a customer service phone number. Here’s why…
• WATCH how a lovely couple's wedding was ruined by an inconsiderate neighbour who decided to do some 'gardening' during the ceremony.
• A mum has been left disgusted by the amount of dirt she discovered in her bedroom after using a budget vacuum that she claims is better than a $500 version.
• Aussies are rushing to jump on a plane to their next overseas getaway - but there is one previously popular destination many seem to now be avoiding.
• WATCH this hilarious video of a nine-year-old passing out next to her dad on a slingshot ride, leaving thousands of online users in stitches.
• In recent weeks, Aussies have been accused of being greedy and selfish for bulk-buying marked goods to keep their grocery bill low amid rising living costs. But there is one thing that critics are ignoring.
• An Aussie scientist has slammed the viral ‘sunscreen toast test,’ that involves slathering sunscreen on a piece of bread, calling it a complete lie.
• A man has been caught with $2,000 worth of meat and seafood allegedly stolen from Coles in a high steaks (sorry, we couldn’t resist) bust.
• Looking for an easy and delicious dish that won't break the bank? Try this Easy Pork Tonkatsu recipe.
• And finally, a woman has been slammed after complaining about her next-door neighbour's new shed and fence. But who is in the wrong?

That’s a wrap for today’s news, members! Stay tuned for more fun below, including a hilarious joke from @Not too old and a stunning photo from @Jules0. Oh, and don’t forget to check out today’s Aldi Special Buys! There are some great bargains out there so don’t miss out!

Be sure to check out today's OzWord, our 'Last Two Letters' game, our Sudoku puzzles, and our newest game, Word search, to get those brain cells working!

And last but not least, don’t forget to enter our ‘Nostalgia Competition’! All you have to do is simply tell us your most cherished memory from the Australia you grew up in for your chance to win a $100 gift voucher to Coles, Woolies, Aldi or IGA!

And as always, stay safe and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia & Maddie.