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Hey there, everyone! I (James) hope you're all enjoying this beautiful morning. Any exciting plans for today? As for me, I couldn't resist a tempting sale on art supplies at our local shopping centre recently, so I'm feeling pretty artsy today! If any of you are working on creative projects too, please share them with us here on the forum. We'd love to see your work! Who knows, you might even connect with a fellow member who shares your hobbies. 🎨 Now, before I keep rambling, let's reveal the answer to yesterday's riddle:

Who does the ocean date?

Aww, so romantic! So, did you get it correct? The answer is… It goes out with the tide. Pretty clever, huh? Congratulations to those who figured it out! You’ll find your well-deserved shout-out below.

So, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?

• ‘I don’t know what to do…’ An impersonation scam drained the retirement savings of a 60-year-old aged care worker.
• 'Tis the season for online shopping, but experts warn of Christmas scams! Be careful, members.
• An Aussie homeowner's security camera unexpectedly captured a touching Remembrance Day moment. ‘Faith restored.’
• After the recent Optus outage affected digital payments, Aussies are questioning the move towards cashless living.
• Is living in Australia now a luxury? A woman had to fork out $300 weekly just to live in a... what?!
• Australia Post is under fire after allegedly destroying a customer's parcel. ‘Absolutely rubbish.’
• Fancy putting $520 back in your pocket? These experts could help you compare and save hundreds annually.
• Coles customers were furious over ‘pointless’ price hikes following the launch of a new scheme.
• ‘What are these…?’ An ALDI shopper's unsettling find sparked conversations about the retailer's product quality and safety.
• The company that brought an innovative product to Australia is offering you early access to their sale!
• A costly mishap abroad taught this Aussie the importance of reading the fine print, especially in insurance plans.
• A relentless stalker still haunts a former Today show host, decades after her exit.
• A dramatic drop in ratings at 2GB raised questions about the future of a well-known radio host.
• A newly released royal portrait marks King Charles' 75th birthday. Is he reconciling with Prince Harry soon?
• Another award-winning brand’s Black Friday sale starts TODAY, with up to 55% off.
• SDC Rewards: How many Favourites were in the jar, and did you guess correctly? Find out here! 😉
• Want this badge? There are only 13 left! Already an SDC Rewards member? Say hello to our newest members here!
• This recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose is an absolute crowd-pleaser! Easy, delicious, and ready to roll.
• This is why parents shouldn't be fortune tellers… Member @Observer’s joke is a lesson in surprise careers!
• Ready for some fun? Solve SDC Crossword, test your smarts with SDC Trivia, or get playful with Word Explorers. Oh, and don't miss SDC Bingo today—it could win you a $50 supermarket voucher!

Members, that’s it for your morning news roundup, but hold tight—more excitement's coming! Don’t forget, our November competition is here! It’s easy to join, and who wouldn’t want a chance to win that $100 supermarket voucher? And for SDC Rewards members, your exclusive weekly competition is live, too!

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally, Athena, Vanee & Maddie.