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Shoppers share savvy hack for 10p Father’s Day cards from Moonpig – here’s how to get yours
SHOPPERS have shared a savvy hack to help you get a cheap Father’s Day card.
You’ve got to be quick though, with the celebration just around the corner on June 15.
For a limited time only, shoppers can get a Moonpig card for as little as 10p.
A shopper on the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK posted a photo of the Father’s Day card they were ordering with a price of just 10p.
To use the offer, they used the code CRMCARDFREE after the alternative code FREEFD didn’t work.
While the card itself costs just 10p, shoppers do still have to pay for postage which is approximately £1.70.
Ordering with first class delivery should ensure that the card arrives in time for the special day.
Moonpig cards are a great way to show appreciation for your father, allowing you to customise the card with unique photos.
Another user shared a similar post, revealing their card was entirely free – except for postage.
They wrote: “Thanks just got mine but my card was free!”
Other commenters were just as excited by the limited time offer, with one writing: “Nice one! It worked for me.”
Another added: “Delivery always arrives on time with me too they are very good.”
Making the most of the offer does take some trial and error with different users reporting that only one of the codes worked for them.
After ordering their own card, one user excitedly commented: “After numerous attempts, FREEFD worked for me in the end!”
While another added: “Just used this code and got my card for free just had to pay shipping.”
After you’ve sorted a card, Moonpig also offer a range of gifts making it easier than ever to get your Father’s Day present delivered on time.
Their range of gifts include a variety of affordable products, whether your dad has a sweet tooth, or is more of a green thumb.
Gifts include personalised chocolates like the Maltesers ‘I love you Dad’ Truffles for £9.99 or the Best Dad Lindor Pistachio Milk Chocolate Truffles for £11.99.
For the dads who prefer gardening, you can buy a Grow It Bonsai Tree for £12.99.
Moonpig also offer more practical gifts like some Fox Sake socks for £12.99 or the Super Dad Socks for the same price.
With Father’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect excuse to spend some quality time together.
Why not buy your dad the Things To Do With the Family 52 Bucket List Scratch Cards to keep your family entertained this celebration weekend.
Night of hell for Ukraine as Putin launches 315 drones in one of biggest strikes of war sparking huge inferno in Kyiv
VLADIMIR Putin has killed at least two people in a terrifying drone blitz which tore through a Ukrainian maternity ward.
Russia directly attacked Kyiv with 315 drones and missiles and demolished large parts of the southern port of Odesa overnight.
At least four people have been hospitalised in Kyiv with seven out of the city’s 10 districts being impacted.
The devastating aerial attacks sparked intense recovery operations as emergency services battled against fires in residential neighbourhoods.
Air raid alerts in Kyiv lasted for around five hours as they first alerted residents at around 5am, according to military data.
Timur Tkachenko, the head of Kyiv’s military district, said on Telegram: “A difficult night for all of us.
“Throughout the night, the enemy relentlessly terrorised Kyiv with attack drones.
“They targeted civilian infrastructure and peaceful residents of the city.”
Russia sent out a 315 drone blitz in the attack, including 250 Shaheds, and 7 missiles, according to Volodymyr Zelensky.
The heroic leader said the attack on Odesa is one of the worst to impact the region since war began.
Speaking on X, Zelensky said: “In Odesa, even a maternity hospital became a Russian target.
“Thirteen people were injured. Tragically, there are fatalities. My condolences to the families.
“It is vital that the response to this and other similar Russian attacks is not silence from the world, but concrete action.”
Ukraine now reportedly faces over 500 drone strikes every night, as Russia appears to have stepped up assaults following operation Spiderweb.
Earlier this week, Russian drones and missiles were launched at Kyiv again as Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bombers were reportedly unleashed to rain hell on the infamous Snake Island in the Black Sea.
Moscow launched a massive strike on Rivne using its Tu-22M3 and Tu-95MS strategic bombers to hit Dubny airbase.
Another key Ukrainian military airport – Hostomel – was also attacked as Putin sought revenge for the humiliating attack.
Polish armed forces command said Nato fighter jets were patrolling due to “intensive air attack by the Russian Federation on Ukrainian territory”.
Just days ago, Kharkiv was rocked overnight as 48 kamikaze drones, along with missiles and guided bombs, slammed into residential areas, according to the city’s mayor.
“We have a lot of damage,” Ihor Terekhov said.
More than 50 explosions rocked Kharkiv, with the mayor adding it was “the most powerful attack” on the city of the 39-month war.
US Open food and drink prices revealed as golf fans fume at ‘disgrace’ of a menu and staggering cost of WATER
GOLF fans fumed at the “disgrace” of a menu at the US Open.
The tournament kicks off on Thursday but already the Oakmont concession prices have been revealed online.
And fans were stunned to see just how much a bite to eat could set them back.
A Philly cheesesteak was the heftiest meal on the menu – costing $13.95 (£10.33) – while crisps were $3.49 (£2.58).
A single Corona costs $11.95 (£8.85) – despite being able to buy a four-pack for £6 at Sainsbury’s.
Even a bottle of water is $4.95 (£3.66) – but what really did it for fans was the $1.95 (£1.44) price of a banana.
One raged: “$1.98 for a banana??? I’m taking my business elsewhere!”
Another fumed: “$1.95 for a banana is outrageous.”
One said: “$2 for a banana is crazy. Can get a bundle at the store for under $2!!! I am irate.”
Another added: “$5 for a water…”
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On the course, American Bryson DeChambeau looks to retain his US Open title but Rory McIlroy enters off the back of his Masters win in April.
Scottie Scheffler also claimed PGA Championship glory in May and will tee off as the bookies’ favourite to go all the way.
Elsewhere, fighting tooth and nail to make a name for himself in Pennsylvania will be full-time dentist Matt Vogt.
Vogt – who runs his own dentistry practice in Indianapolis – is 1,173rd in the World Amateur Rankings but secured a debut place at a major.
Not only does he hope his golf career will take off but also his dentistry business, revealing: “I think they’ve gotten a ton of enquiries.
“I’ve got such a great team, I’ve got friends helping me out with all those messages and enquiries and said, ‘hey, guys, forward those to Chris, my buddy, and make sure you stay focused on patients because that’s what we’re there to do in McCordsville, Indiana’.
“It’s been a lot of fun, some patients reaching out and fellow dentists. I feel like there are so many people behind me this week – Oakmont, Pittsburgh, dentistry – it’s been fun.
“Honestly, from a business perspective, that’s not what it’s about. We try to take good care of people, and if it brings us more great patients that we can help, awesome.
“It will give us something to talk about maybe in and around the office.”
Everyone can see the number 876 but only those with a high IQ can spot 879 in under 8 seconds
KEEP reading to see a challenging brain teaser that could test your IQ.
In the photo below, viewers are asked to spot the number 879 amid a group of pandas displaying 876.
If you’re able to find the anomaly within eight seconds, it might be a sign of a high IQ.
The adorable pandas are arranged neatly in rows and columns, making it more challenging to spot the odd one out.
Among the 54 pandas there is just one holding up the number 879.
The image is just one of many optical illusions which can be used to train your brain.
While our brains instinctively assume the image to be the same throughout, it’s important to train your brain to recognise the anomaly.
The 879 is able to blend in due to the identical font, layout and panda graphics.
But vigilant viewers will be able to quickly spot the 879.
So set yourself a timer and see how long it takes you to spot the odd one out – if you get it in less than eight seconds, you might have a high IQ.
This particularly optical illusion tricks the brain in a number of ways.
The bright yellow background acts as a visual distraction making it more difficult to focus on specific detail within the image.
Meanwhile, we tend to view images from the centre outwards, meaning our periphery can be neglected, particularly when focusing on intricate details.
In order to solve the visual puzzle, it’s important to slow down and be methodical.
This might mean going through the image row by row, or making sure you change your perspective to look at the wider image rather than just the centre.
For those of you who didn’t find it in the original image, I can reveal that the number 879 can be found three from the left on the top row.
Optical illusions can be a great way to train your brain to be more observant.
Those that do well in these kinds of puzzles might have a background in data entry or analysis, as they are trained to look for numbers.
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
- Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
- Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
- Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
- Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
- Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
If you want to continue to challenge your brain further, you can find a range of optical illusions on our website.
Different images can test different parts of your brain.
This image of pearls might be a good way to test your eyesight, while this maths puzzle helps improve your critical thinking.
What about testing your eyesight by spotting the word ‘Ball’ in this mind-boggling illusion?
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