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Hello, you fabulous bunch! Is it really Friday already? Time sure flies when you’re in great company. I (Athena) hope you are all set to take a well-deserved break this weekend—I certainly am ready to swap the keyboard for a good book. Do you have any recommendations? Share them with us here! Now, let's dive into today’s newsletter, shall we?

Breaking News

The ‘first lady of Australian television’ and the actor who starred in M*A*S*H have sadly passed away.
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An urgent warning was issued after three cases of a highly infectious disease were detected in one state.

Food, Health, and Lifestyle

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Have you seen this trick making the rounds on social media? Experts fear it could do more harm than good.
But there’s a foolproof way to permanently get rid of this recurring problem in your home.
One man's rubbish is indeed another's treasure as this Aussie revamps old things into something special.
Do you need more sunshine to your day? We’ve got just the thing!
YOU MUST SEE THIS: a security camera has captured an unbelievable sight at a train station.
What are young Australians into these days?
Meanwhile, a disturbing find near a drinking reservoir has sparked water quality concerns.
The passing of a young woman has highlighted a common yet frequently overlooked cancer symptom.
A 94-year-old Aussie isn't letting age slow them down as they compete in an athletic event!
Here's how to make a huge impact on seniors’ lives.
New research suggests that indulging in this tasty snack may lead to a happier retirement.
Make the perfect pair to your afternoon cuppa with this delightful recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose.

Entertainment

This bloke in member @mOiOz’s joke sure knows how to keep the magic alive! ✨
I bet this is what your pet was thinking when you first brought them home.
Our Fiday fun time is never complete without this!
Get ready for a laid-back evening with these TV shows and movie suggestions!
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Today's Afternoon Trivia

Which country's national language has the longest alphabet?

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Thailand

Cambodia

Russia

Greece

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Fuel costs might be getting out of hand, but member @Observer has a punny solution!

Let's Save

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Friday, 21 June

What's the image saying?

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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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Fact of the day

What’s the word?

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Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation, only to be suddenly unable to recall a specific word? This phenomenon is called lethologica, a momentary lapse, often described as having a word ‘on the tip of your tongue’.

WORD OF THE DAY

Idyllic

Picturesque. For example, ‘The summit had an idyllic view of the countryside.’ Pronounced as IH-DILL-IK.

Quote of the day

‘If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.’

— Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today's trivia answer:

The Khmer alphabet, used in Cambodia, consists of 74 characters.

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