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Good afternoon

G'day friends! I (James) hope you're all well and enjoying a lovely Thursday. Today happens to be International Hug Your Cat Day—the purr-fect opportunity to snuggle up with your feline friend if you're one of the lucky ones to have a fuzzy companion at home. For those without a cat of their own, why not spend some time today looking through photos of these cute kitties instead? 😸

Breaking News

Aussies are mourning the death of a 97-year-old radio icon as tributes pour in from heartbroken fans.
Born between 1932 and 1964? You may be eligible for health cover from $23.73 per week*.
Check your pantry! A widely used food item has been recalled over contamination risks.

Food, Health, and Lifestyle

Don't miss this chance to upgrade your bedroom and enjoy the best sleep of your life!
Want to season your food without raising your blood pressure? This gadget makes it possible.
This pantry essential is getting more expensive. But don’t fret! Here are some affordable alternatives.
Keep your produce fresher for longer with this simple yet effective kitchen trick!
Also, did you know this small item could make your oven shine without all the scrubbing?
Experience the perfect blend of flavour and health with this recipe shared by member @Babybird.
Hospitals might have a new, yet controversial, solution to a pressing issue. Will it work?
Turbulent flights? No sweat! Master the art of comfort and safety with these pro tips.
Caught red-handed: What compelled this bloke to commit such an 'awful' act?
Hundreds of Aussies have come together to support a cause close to many seniors' hearts.
Speaking of support, we need yours here.
Planning to visit a loved one? Check out these tips to make your stay enjoyable for everyone involved!
This adorable pooch has table manners better than some humans, and he's charming everyone online!

Entertainment

Win this challenge, and we'll slash $100 off your groceries. 😉 If you're an SDC Rewards member, you might even snag an extra $50 on top!
Member @Observer's comedic genius struck again with a joke that hit a little too close to home!
This joke about a lost dog also had us all in stitches. 😆
Let us take the guesswork out of your evening entertainment with this lineup!
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Today's Afternoon Trivia

What is a baby stingray called?

Image Source: Wikimedia Commons

Kitten

Fry

Stingie

Pup

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Need a laugh and a lesson? Member @Skipton's joke delivers both perfectly!

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Thursday, 30 May

What's the image saying?

Image Source: Seniors Discount Club

Can you figure out what word this image is trying to ‘spell’ out? If you think you know the correct answer, post the answer here.

Curious about the last game? See if you got the correct answer.

Fun & Games

Want to try some other new and challenging games?
Head to our games forum here!

Fact of the day

Free falling to the Earth's core would take...

Image Source: Unsplash

Have you ever wondered how long it would take to jump through a tunnel straight to the centre of the Earth? Well, scientists have figured it would take about 19 minutes to reach the core. It's kind of like an extreme version of skydiving—pretty wild, eh?

WORD OF THE DAY

Coalesce

Grow together. For example: 'The ideas began to coalesce into a plan.' Pronounced as KOW-UH-LES.

Quote of the day

‘If you don't fall, how are you going to know what getting up is like?’

— Stephen Curry

Today's trivia answer:

Baby stingrays are called pups.

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