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Thursday Edition
Good morning, members! Or Günaydın (guh-nahy-din) as they say in Turkey! Welcome to another wonderful Thursday. How are you all doing this morning? Today we want to start off by asking you all a question: Are you okay? It’s R U OK? day today, which means it’s a day dedicated to starting conversations about mental health and suicide prevention. It’s a day to check in with your friends and family and make sure they’re doing OK. Because sometimes, all it takes is a simple question to start a conversation that could save a life. So today, we encourage you all to ask someone R U OK? We have created a thread in our forum here where you can share any struggles, learn more about how to get involved, and truthfully answer, are YOU okay?
Now then, on to our regularly scheduled programming. We’ve been busy bees here at the SDC HQ, and we’ve got a lot of great things lined up for you today, so let’s get right to it, shall we? First up on the agenda, we have the answer to yesterday’s riddle for you. For those of you who don’t remember, the riddle goes:
How can a pocket be empty but have something in it?
And the answer is because it has a hole in it! Pretty clever, right? We love a good riddle here at the SDC. If you got this one correct, stick around, and you’ll find a shoutout waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.
Next up, we have our Fascinating Fact of the day!
Did you know Marie Curie's notebooks are still radioactive? The mother of modern physics was known for working with radioactive materials and developing cancer therapies. Unfortunately, her exposure to these materials also resulted in her death. The radioactivity did not just affect her but also her notebooks. They are so radioactive that they are kept in a lead box. Her notebooks are expected to be radioactive for the next 1,500 years!
Now then, what’s happening in Australia and around the world today?
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A Woolworths shopper has found something bizarre in the bakery of a local store, leaving online users amused – can you see it?
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Are you planning to downsize? Here’s some good news – the Labor Party has announced plans to give pensioners greater financial incentives to downsize homes.
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Macca’s fans are outraged after the fast-food chain increased the price of its popular menu items without any warning. Here's how much your next meal is going to cost.
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Health Warning: A leading expert has issued a health warning about a vintage tableware set that is popular among collectors after discovering it could cause food poisoning. Do you collect these?
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A Coles shopper has shared a brilliant hack that will make your grocery shopping a breeze!
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Tired of constantly dusting your home? Well, one mum has shared her ‘magic solution’ that guarantees a dust-free home all year round and leaves your home sparkling clean!
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WATCH: This woman who witnessed a man cheat on his girlfriend in a nightclub has gone viral after exposing his shocking antics online. Do you agree with her actions?
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After a string of scandals, it seems like Qantas is back in the hot seat after evidence of a baggage nightmare went viral.
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One woman has revealed how buying a $6 bra from an op shop saved her life after it led to a shock diagnosis.
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The Block 2022 houses have officially hit the market with record-breaking price guides – making them the most expensive homes in the show’s history.
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Amp up your weeknight dinner game with these Quick And Easy Beef Enchiladas.
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And finally, TV icon and A Current Affair host Tracy Grimshaw has made a shocking announcement live on-air.
Well, that’s a wrap of today’s news, folks! We hope you’ve enjoyed it. We’ve got plenty more in store for you, including a hilarious joke from @Skipton, a stunning photo of the day from @Algieboy, and a fond childhood memory from @Valentine in our ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment.
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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Today’s ’Yesterday’s Australia’ segment is brought to us by member @Valentine: ‘I can remember when our mum would bake scones, and nothing better than when they came out of the oven and spreading butter over them and a lovely freshly brewed pot of tea to wash it down. Mum had a gentleman’s agreement with our uncle, who repaired washing machines. Whenever ours broke down, he would come and repair it and require fresh scones with jam and cream and a cup of tea.’
This is such a lovely memory! The smell of fresh scones baking in the oven is definitely one that brings back happy memories for many of us. We’re sure that many of us have fond memories of eating scones with our families, and this is just one more example of how food can create lasting memories. Thank you, @Valentine, for sharing this with us!
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Millers Longline Woven One Button Shirt $20 @ Millers
There’s nothing like a one-button shirt to make you feel stylish and put together, and the Millers' Longline Woven One Button Shirt does just that. This shirt is perfect for those days you want to look your best. It’s made from lightweight, breathable fabric and features a button-down front and a sleek, slim fit. You can wear it with jeans or shorts for a casual look, or dress it up with slacks or a skirt for a more polished look. It’s on sale for just $20, down from the original price of $55, so don’t miss out!
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Affinity Cereal Bowls $8 @ Target
Add a modern and trendy twist on your dinnerware with Target’s 4-pack Affinity cereal bowls! The set comes with four bowls, each with 15cm x 7cm dimensions. The bowls are made of stoneware, making them durable and long-lasting. They are also dishwasher safe, so cleanup is a breeze. Get this deal for only $8 today!
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Joseph Joseph Drawer Store Compact Cutlery Organiser $31.77 @ MyDeal
Introducing the Joseph Joseph Drawer Store Compact Cutlery Organiser, the perfect way to keep your kitchen organised and tidy. This cleverly designed organiser makes the most of your drawer space, with handy compartments for all your cutlery. Each compartment has a cutlery icon, so you’ll never forget what goes where. The bottom of the DrawerStore features non-slip rubber feet, so it will never slip around in your drawer. The Compact Cutlery Organiser is also BPA free and can be hand washed. So hurry and get your cutlery organised today for only $31.77.
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Image Source: Member @Algieboy
Robin watching over an ancient graveyard
How adorable is this photo posted by member @Algieboy in our photography forum? It’s a Robin perched atop a gravestone, watching an ancient graveyard at the Isle of Gigha in Scotland. I can’t help but wonder what stories this little fella could tell us about the graveyard…Thanks for sharing this one with us, @Algieboy!
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1504 Michelangelo’s Statue of David was unveiled in Florence.
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1952 US National Championship Men’s Tennis, Forest Hills, NY: Australian Frank Sedgman won his second straight US title, beating American Gardnar Mulloy 6-1, 6-2, 6-3; last amateur major before turning pro in 1953.
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1960 Nationwide release (US) of Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh.
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1961 Paul Zanetti, an Australian political cartoonist, was born in Wollongong, Australia.
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1966 The Severn Bridge was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II.
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1967 James Packer, an Australian businessman and son of Kerry Packer, was born in Sydney, Australia.
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Jeannie’s Diary: Tonight, I thought my husband was acting weird.
We had made plans to meet at a nice restaurant for dinner.
I was shopping with my friends all day, so I thought he was upset that I was a bit late, but he did not comment on it.
Oooh, this is a must-read, members! Thanks to member @ Skipton for sharing this hilarious joke with us. Check out the rest of the joke here.
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Mary Poppins is the lead female character in a musical based on the similarly titled Mary Poppins children’s books by P. L. Travers and the 1964 Disney film. Her trademark looks are dark hair, rosy cheeks, long coats, an umbrella with a parrot head, and her hat with cherry stems.
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