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G'day, dear members! I (Vella) hope you had a great start to your Thursday. If not, remember, it's okay to take a break. If you’re overwhelmed, why not adopt these 10 affirmations shared by member @Babybird? Even though they're intended for kids, these affirmations hold universal truths that can uplift us all. How about you? What words do you say to yourself each morning? Share your mantras, and let's encourage self-empowerment! Now, let's dive right into the answer to yesterday's riddle.
One day an alchemist brought a king a bottle holding a strange liquid. The alchemist said, ‘This liquid I discovered will dissolve anything it touches.’ How did the king know that he was lying?
If the liquid can dissolve anything it touches, why was it still inside the bottle? Aha! Wow, a lot of you got it correct. Well done! You'll find a shout-out waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.
Now, onto this morning's Fascinating Fact! Did you know that chocolate was once used as money? Yes, in the ancient Mayan civilisation, cacao beans were considered a very valuable commodity, so much so that they were used as a form of currency. Well, I guess this is why chocolates are getting more and more expensive these days, eh?
Now, members, what's happening in Australia and around the world today?
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Are you tired of paying too much for petrol? Here’s how you can save up to $800 annually at the pump, according to experts.
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Aussies have been warned of a new scam doing the rounds, targeting Qantas, Telstra and Coles loyalty program customers. If you receive this text message, delete it immediately!
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Aussies were shocked by the announcement that Target and Kmart will be merged into one retail giant, but the big question is, is this going to make our favourite products more or less expensive?
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A secret Australian grocery store has made headlines for selling in-demand groceries at incredible discounts, including an item for $4.50 that would normally cost $7 each.
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'You have no shame.' Coles has come under fire for selling a grocery essential for the steep price of $15. Here's what the retailer has to say about it.
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Speaking of Coles, the supermarket giant is set to release a first-ever collectables range. Here's how to get your hands on it.
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'It’s back! 'ALDI shoppers are rejoicing as a cult-favourite $2.15 product has returned to shelves after fears that it had been discontinued.
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Twisties has finally released a new flavour in collaboration with a well-known bakery, and sweet-toothed fans are in for a treat. But is it worth a try?
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Bad news, chocolate lovers! Your favourite treat is about to become even more expensive as the price of an ingredient skyrockets.
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Bunnings shoppers are raving about this game-changing $8 cleaning buy, which many claim is the secret to sparkling surfaces. ‘If you haven't tried it, do yourself a favour.’
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New research has revealed that physical intimacy has declined for Aussies because of increased financial pressure. Are you one of them? Here's how to rekindle that spark!
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The Morning Show host Larry Emdur was left in shock after waking up to a bizarre headline concerning him—Are we bidding him goodbye?
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Waiting for the doctor is a frustrating thing we can all relate to, but member @Skipton found humour in it all, proving that laughter is sometimes the best medicine.
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Prepare your taste buds for a delightful surprise with a mouth-watering recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose—a quick and easy dish that's ready in just 15 minutes!
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Put your knowledge to the test and take a shot at our latest trivia game. How many of these questions can you answer correctly?
And that, members, is a wrap of this morning's stories! We hope you enjoyed them as much as we did. But don’t worry; there’s more coming your way, including a hilarious joke, a fond childhood memory, and some deals you don't want to miss.
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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.
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