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Thursday Edition
And happy Fri... wait, what day is it today? Oh, right, Thursday! Happy Thursday, members! We’re not going to lie, we’re pretty excited for the weekend. It's always nice to have something to look forward to, isn't it? But that does not mean that we should skimp on today's activities! Every day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun, so let's make the most of it, shall we? We'll start off with our daily good morning in a different language. Today's language recommendation is Indonesian/Malay, courtesy of member Julia H. Thanks Julia! Here we go: Selamat Pagi (suh-lah-mut-pah-gee), members!
Now, let’s give you the answer to yesterday's riddle. For those of you who don't remember, the riddle goes:
A cowboy rode into town on Friday, stayed three days, and rode out again on Friday. How did he do that?
Did you get it? The answer is that his horse's name was Friday! Wow, that was a tough one, but a lot of you got it correct. Great job! If you got it right, stick around, and you’ll find a shout-out waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.
Next up on the agenda, folks, is our Fascinating Fact for the week!
Did you know that tennis was originally played with bare hands? In fact, the game was called ‘lawn tennis’ because it was played on lawns with the players using their bare hands to hit the ball. It wasn’t until 1874 that someone had the bright idea to add a racket to the game, and the game of tennis as we know it today was born. Isn't that fascinating?
Now then, members, what’s happening in Australia and around the world in the news today?
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Good news! Thousands of pensioners and low-income earners are set to receive a one-time cash boost of up to $449 to cope with rising living costs. Here's how to find out if you are eligible.
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Urgent Product Recall: A range of popular meals have been urgently pulled from supermarket shelves over fears they could cause serious illness.
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Woolworths has launched a major change to its self-checkout registers – but are you a fan?
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Speaking of changes, Coles has also introduced a new feature at its registers that will make your shopping experience more efficient.
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Are you tired of making toast two slices at a time? Check out this genius hack for making toast in bulk! This is game-changing for family gatherings!
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Another everyday item is set to become more expensive as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. This one impacts our ability to communicate!
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A fascinating 45-year-old Kmart advertisement is making the rounds online due to an odd detail, sparking a debate among shoppers.
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A woman was kicked off a Jetstar flight to Sydney after making a scene over a ‘petty’ reason.
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This savvy mum saved thousands by transforming this Kmart item into a stunning sideboard, and the results speak for themselves!
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Do you know what ‘blockbuster’ really means? Thousands of people have been left gobsmacked after a publicist revealed the true meaning of the word.
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Check out this delicious and easy-to-make Savoury Mince recipe, your new go-to for a quick and tasty meal.
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And finally, fitness icon Richard Simmons has spoken out for the first time in six years, following the release of a documentary about his disappearance from the spotlight.
And there you have it, folks! Your Thursday morning news all wrapped up nice and neat. But don’t go anywhere just yet – we have a jam-packed issue today with plenty more to keep you entertained. For starters, we have a hilarious joke from @Skipton, some fond childhood memories shared by member @RTS in our 'Yesterday's Australia' segment and a stunning picture of the day from @Big Al.
Don’t forget to check out today's OzWord, OzGrid, our Sudoku puzzles, and our Keep a Word, Drop a Word game for some fun brain training. Also, be sure to try our other games, such as Solitaire, Blackjack, and Mahjong. Enjoy!
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April & Maddie.
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