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Hello there, dear members! It’s great to be here with you all this Friday afternoon. As another week comes to a close, I (James) hope it was a good one for everyone! It certainly was for me, and one of the highlights was reading about what member @Oaklegs did. It is just so adorable and heart-warming!

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What is happening across Australia and around the world this afternoon?

• Thinking it was her ‘bank’, a woman unknowingly fell victim to a clever text scam, wiping out her life savings of $49,000.
• Beware! The TGA has raised the alarm on these health products, with some containing banned ingredients.
• Significant changes in the health budget are aiming to breathe new life into Medicare. What are your thoughts on these?
• Older Aussies shared how to thrive—and survive—in this cost of living storm. ‘You get out of life what you put into it.’
• Quality care for seniors is non-negotiable, but making it last requires everyone to…
• Speaking of aged care, hearts were broken when a resident's life was cut short by a staff error.
• In similar news, a holiday trip has left siblings mourning and fighting for the truth about their father's death.
• Hold onto the memories of a loved one with these personalised accessories—because love deserves to be held close.
• Rising temperatures are breaking records, but where does the line blur between discomfort and danger for our bodies?
• On that note, it's becoming increasingly important to add THIS to your skincare routine.
• The heat is affecting everyone, but it's impacting vulnerable Aussies even more. Here’s how you can lend a helping hand!
• You could be overpaying for car insurance by $274, but you don’t have to be.
• Speaking of cars, one of Australia's best-selling models just underwent a makeover. But does it compare to the classic?
• With that said, is there an end in sight for soaring car prices? Get the scoop directly from an industry expert.
• The celebrity drink everyone's talking about has officially landed in Australian supermarkets! But is it a sip or a skip?
• Think you've seen it all in smartphones? Think again. This device has a feature you never saw coming.
• Sometimes, it's better to take a second (or even a third) look at things... Just like here in member @Observer’s joke.
• This recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose is so good that it will take you back to your childhood!
• Say goodbye to channel-hopping woes; we've got your perfect TV and movie playlist ready.
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Well, folks, that's a wrap for this arvo's news segment! Stick around, we've got more goodies coming up.

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