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Thursday Edition | AM

Good morning

Rise and shine, dear members! 🌞 Welcome to our Thursday edition! I (Athena) can imagine some of you cosying up with a warm cuppa, while others may be indulging in a hearty brekkie. If you’re still chasing the sleepiness away, don’t worry—you’re in good company. 😉 But before we dive into today’s stories, let’s revisit yesterday’s little brain teaser, shall we?

I’m a guardian of time, standing tall and proud, watching over travellers both humble and proud. What am I?

And the answer is… a clock tower! Well done to those who got it correct—your shout-out awaits below! Next is our Fascinating Fact: sea turtles cry, but not for emotional reasons! Since they take in a lot of seawater, their bodies need a way to get rid of the extra salt. There are special glands near their eyes that release salty tears, keeping their systems in balance.

News and Finance

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BREAKING: A top Aussie official has dropped a bombshell with this surprise career move.
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Food, Health, and Lifestyle

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Get ready! ALDI's highly-anticipated range is here, along with returning fan favourites!
This grocery staple is seeing its lowest price in over a decade—but is there a catch?
Member @Suzanne rose has shared a lot of tasty recipes—but this one is her personal favourite!
Always dropping your walking stick? Member @Maggie96 has a genius fix you need to try today!
Australia’s largest airline is in hot water for ‘misleading’ over 80,000 customers—are you one of them?
A simple hospital procedure took a tragic turn when an 85-year-old passed away due to a lethal error.
Mystery shrouds the passing of a 67-year-old Aussie in this foreign hotel. What really happened?
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After a gruelling health battle, this Aussie music icon has surprised fans with a hopeful update.
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In the Bible’s Book of Genesis, Lot's wife was turned into...

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A. Stone

B. Gold

C. Salt

D. Water

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Picture of the Day

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A floofy cat

Who could resist an adorable cat? I sure can’t! Just take a look at the irresistibly fluffy Mischa. Don’t you just love how the tops of its little paws are peeking out? Members, keep sharing your photos, and who knows—we might feature yours next!

Fun & Games

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10 October

On this day in History

1774Norfolk Island was discovered by Captain Cook.

1924Novelist James Clavell was born in Sydney.

1957The first major nuclear accident occurred in England.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Member @Mikev’s hilarious pun will lift your spirits!

Today's trivia answer:

Lot's wife was turned into a pillar of salt for looking back at the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.

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