Posts Tagged ‘Already Maybe’
Thanking drivers at pedestrian crossings dramatically reduces chance of getting run over: Report
ROAD SAFETY: A new report shows thanking drivers while walking over pedestrian crossings can make you 94% safer. “It’s just a little friendly acknowledgement from the pedestrian, just to make sure they don’t get run over,” says Max Sebel of Road Safety Australia. The research shows pedestrians who don’t wave at drivers are significantly more likely to be the victim of a hit and run. “Even if the car has already come to a complete stop, we recommend offering at least a small wave to all drivers as you walk over a crossing,” says Max Sebel. “Also – if you…
Read More“Call me anytime, I’m here for you” says man with phone on silent and 89 missed calls at 1pm
CAUGHT NAPPING: A local man is under fire today for being uncontactable as his friend tried calling him 89 times, and sending 15 text messages within the space of one hour. Miles Manning was in deep sleep and blissfully unaware his friend was in desperate need of emotional support after being dumped by her boyfriend. “I’m so sorry I missed your calls, I was busy on the other line,” he told his friend four hours later after eventually waking up at 5pm that afternoon. It remains unclear exactly what Mr Manning meant about being ‘on the other line,’ as he…
Read MoreWoman now only answering calls from people who text first to disclose what the call is about
CALL SCREENING: A local woman is taking drastic steps to ensure she doesn’t get stuck on unwanted phone calls. She’s now requiring a text message or voice note from anyone before they attempt to call her. “It’s 2023,” says Tara Henry. “Even if it’s a call from a close friend, there’s no way I’d pick up without some idea of what it’s about first. It’s a trap for young players.” She says the screening technique has become common place among her friend groups. “If people do try calling me without any kind of warning text, I’ll just let the phone…
Read MoreNetflix introduce new viewing category: ‘Easy to follow while on your phone the whole time’
SECOND SCREEN: Global streaming giant Netflix has introduced a new category for viewers who often look at their phones while watching TV. “This is a fast growing audience segment,” says Netflix programming boss Felix Schuster. “Most viewers have the TV on in the background while focusing most of their attention on their phones.” The ‘Easy To Follow While On Your Phone The Whole Time’ category includes lots of “non-committal” viewing options like baking shows, reality TV and even Home & Away. “You don’t actually need to know what’s happening in these shows to continue watching them,” says Felix Schuster. “You…
Read MoreSydney Woman Uses Today’s Slightly Warmer Weather As Flimsy Excuse To Post A Thirst Trap
HOT GIRL SUMMER: Temperatures are rising in Sydney today, with warm weather, and a glamorous thirst trap instagram carousel. Sydney’s Melanie Riley posted four photos of himself today at Malabar Beach. “Great content!” and “Umm hello!!!” were among the comments, with plenty of fire emojis. But not everyone was impressed. “She’s been a bit quick off the mark with the thirst traps given it’s only 19 degrees,” says another follower who DBT spoke to anonymously. “In her photos she’s even using props! I mean please.” Either way, the montage has so far wracked up a very healthy 194 likes and…
Read MoreWARNING: Boomer On The Loose, Attempting Small Talk With Strangers About The Rain
GOOD CHAT: Sydney-siders are being advised to avoid a retiree who is allegedly walking around trying to engage strangers in conversation about the rain. “The woman is described as friendly, with brown hair and probably around 60 years old,” says Inspector Lyle Cummings from NSW Police. Witnesses say she’s approaching people and saying, ‘enough rain for you lately? Apparently it’s La Nina.’ “Yes, it’s raining, everyone knows that!” one man told DBT. “Maybe she could try to start conversations in a more original way? Or, even better, just stay quiet.” Police say the woman may be lonely or bored, and…
Read MoreLocal Woman Updates Instagram Bio To ‘Wellness Expert’ After Losing Half A Kilogram
THE BIG REVEAL: What started as a plan to get bikini-ready, has ended in a complete career overhaul. And it’s all happened in three months. In July, Elle Brockie set out to lose some weight. Today the former HR executive has announced she’s available for hire as a wellness consultant. “I’m a nutritionist, personal trainer and life coach all wrapped into one,” she says. “I actually just received my business cards now, so it’s definitely a real thing.” Ms Brockie didn’t reach her goal to lose 2 kilograms by the end of this month but she is now 0.6 kilograms…
Read MoreFacebook Changes Name Of ‘People You May Know’ Section To: ‘People You’re Trying To Avoid’
NO GO ZONE: Eagle-eyed social media users have noticed a small change to their Facebook interface. Overnight Facebook has changed the name of its ‘People you may know’ section to ‘People you’re trying to avoid.’ “We think the name change more accurately reflects user experience,” says Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The social media giant’s own research shows that 93% of users respond negatively to those appearing in the ‘People you may know’ section. “It’s mostly people I went to school with who I used to hate, and probably still hate,” says Facebook user Jolene Hoyle. “Or they’re random family friends…
Read MoreMacquarie Dictionary Names “I’m So Tired..” As The Most Popular Phrase For Australians Aged 30+
“Many people also say it when they have nothing else to talk about,” say language experts. GOOD CHAT: It’s the modern day catch cry. Burdened by too much work, social activity, family commitments and sleeping problems ‘”I’m so tired,” is now the most commonly used phrase for Australians aged 30 & over. The discovery was made by researchers at Macquarie Dictionary who attached listening devices to 3000 Australians over the last 6 months. “We noticed that ‘I’m so tired’ has also become the generic, default thing to say when people have nothing else to talk about,” say researchers. “So it…
Read More#BREAKING: DNA Testing Reveals John Howard Is Dominic Perrottet’s Father
RUNNING IN THE FAMILY: The former Australian PM John Howard & NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet both say they’re “overwhelmed and excited” to learn they are father and son. “It’s massive news,” says Perrottet. “I’ve always admired John’s brand of politics, and now I know why!” The discovery comes after Mr Perrottet took a DNA test with Ancestry.com. “I was adopted at birth, so it’s great to learn who my biological parents are,” he told DBT. “Now I’m even more focused on one day becoming Prime Minister like dad.” They pair say they’re looking forward to getting to know each other…
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