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Sky News AU
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Sky News AU
'Has to be a joke': $1350-per-week Inner West rental with bathroom INSIDE the kitchen exposes grim reality of Sydney housing market
Aussies have been left outraged by Sydney's ''nightmare'' housing market after an Inner West property with an absurd floor-plan has been put on the marker for more than $1000 per week. The four-bedroom, two bathroom terrace located in the bustling suburb of Enmore has been described in its listing as 'oversized, freshly-painted with a new kitchen and no parking space" - but one detail has made the property the object of online ridicule. One of the home's bathrooms is absurdly placed inside the kitchen, opposite the sink. Prospective renters interested in a hygiene nightmare can make the property their home for $1350 per week - more than $70,000 annually. Many Aussies have been left questioning how properties that do not meet building standards can be listed at such exorbitant prices while the government fails to act. 'You know the rental market is bad if you have to shower where you cook,' one wrote about the property, which has gone viral. 'This has to be a joke,' wrote another. 'Wow, Australia is really dropping its standards,' said a third. Aussie property advocate Jordan Van De Lamb described the situation as 'atrocious' to while calling on the government to strengthen its response to landlords inflating their profiles while renters' living standards decline. 'I think it's pretty atrocious that real estate agencies and landlords are able to get away with listing rentals that clearly do not meet building codes at exorbitant prices and that the government is happy to sit on their hands and do nothing. 'This is just one of many examples of s**t rentals, not just in Sydney – but all over the country. 'It's so urgent that we do something about this, but the lack of response from the government has allowed parasites to keep inflating their profits while our living standards decline,' he added. This is not the first time an Enmore property has sparked outrage for its peculiar floor-plan design choices. Previously another one-bedroom ''garden studio'' apartment at Enmore became the butt of all jokes after images showing the rental's shower installed right next to the kitchen sink, had residents questioning whether such a rental is "even allowed". The $260-per-week apartment was posted to social media with one concerned renter captioning it, ''surely this can't be allowed, right?'' ''Yo dawg we heard you like hygiene so we installed a shower next to your kitchenette so you can wash your potatoes while you wash your b***s,'' one user humored the post, referencing the American TV-series, Pimp My Ride. ''The fact that it has aircon is actually kind of surprising,'' another wrote. ''If I was in my early 20s, single and looking for a cheap place to live it would be okay,'' a user admitted. ''If I was single and trying to save, I'd rent this for no more than $150-per-week,'' another agreed.
Business Insider
08-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
I regularly rescue furniture and other items from the side of the road. I've even trained my teens to always be on the lookout for 'roadside treasures.'
I was conducting an interview over Zoom recently when my teenage daughter called me twice in a row. Worried that something was wrong, I texted her, "In a meeting, emergency?" to which she replied, "No, just a good table on the side of the road." This cracked me up and is so on brand for my family. I grew up with a mother and a grandmother who would scour church rummage sales for antiques and other treasures. My mom even recruited me to help out at her church's rummage sale a few times, as volunteers were able to shop the sale before the public (and therefore, snag the best items). Now that my kids are teenagers, they're always on the lookout for "roadside treasures," especially after estate sales, when framed art, plant stands, and garden tools are discarded. We're happy to load these into the minivan and use them in our home. Roadside discards saved me money when my kids were little When my three kids were toddlers, I outfitted our backyard with kid-sized slides, a picnic table, and a teeter-totter that was supposed to look like a whale — all rescued from the side of the road. With three kids in day care at the same time, I was always looking for ways to save money and avoid making large purchases, especially of items that would only be used for a short period. I felt good about not buying new giant plastic toys, only to toss them a few years later. One of my best finds was the three Cozy Coupes I found over a series of months of scouring my neighborhood (because you can't get just one when you have three kids close in age). Once all three were secured, we transformed them, à la Pimp My Ride, with paint, decals, custom license plates, and streamers from the Dollar Tree. The personalized kiddie cars even made the move with us from Illinois to California, as they were my kids' favorites. Eventually, my kids outgrew them, and all three cars were scooped up from our front yard "free" pile to be used by other neighborhood kids. I find the best items on 'large item' pickup days We now live in the San Francisco Bay Area, adjacent to some bougie neighborhoods, where I've found backyard furniture, an antique card table, and animal-carrying cages that my kids can use for their 4-H project. Skateboards and scooters are often discarded, so we've collected quite a few over the years (and then donated them back). I love the idea that these items are just on loan from the universe, to be used by the next kid after mine. The best are when the neighborhoods near us have free "large item" pickup days. Regular trash pickup only includes the trash bins you have paid for, but on "large item" days, you can put out whatever you like, including furniture, mattresses, e-waste, and building materials. On these special pickup days, you can find so many things that shouldn't be going to the dump. My middle son needed a new bed frame, and we were able to find one on the side of the road that even came with all the necessary hardware to assemble it, tucked in a Ziplock bag. Some items, like mattresses and rugs, are off-limits in my mind, but you can find many great things that people no longer use. Saving money and helping keep things out of the dump I'm an active member of my neighborhood Buy Nothing group, where we post items we're gifting and even ask for items we need. I recently posted a few wetsuits my kids outgrew, and they were quickly scooped up from my front porch by grateful parents. When my daughter expressed interest in starting guitar lessons, I was hesitant to purchase a guitar, in case it was a fleeting interest. I posted in the Buy Nothing group and was able to pick up a guitar from a neighbor later that day. Being open to finding free things instead of purchasing them has saved me a significant amount of money over the years, and it also helps us lead a more sustainable lifestyle. While I could certainly donate items to our local Goodwill, I prefer knowing that someone will actually use these items and they won't be scrapped.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NYT Connections hints and answers for today (June 5, 2025)
NYT Connections is back with another brain-teasing challenge to test your word association skills and pattern recognition. Today's puzzle, like every edition, offers a grid of 16 words that must be sorted into four connected groups—each sharing a hidden link. From plumbing tools to Grammy-winning rock legends, today's categories span a clever mix of literal and cultural references. If you're struggling to make the right connections, don't worry—we've got all the hints, group explanations, and final answers you need to solve the puzzle and keep your streak alive. What is NYT Connections? NYT Connections is a daily word game by The New York Times that requires players to categorize 16 words into four related groups. These connections can be based on meanings, pop culture, parts of speech, or thematic references. The game is available for free through the NYT Games app and website and has become a favorite among puzzle fans who enjoy a mix of logic and creativity. How to play NYT Connections by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo You begin with a grid of 16 words. Your goal is to identify four groups of four words that are connected in a meaningful way. Select any four words and click 'Submit.' If your guess is incorrect, you lose one of your four chances. The groups are color-coded by difficulty: Yellow – Easy Green – Medium Blue – Hard Purple – Trickiest, often based on wordplay or trivia Today's NYT Connections hints Need a little help before revealing the answers? Here are some subtle hints: Yellow — all about being on the edge Green — things you'll find in a plumber's toolkit Blue — flashy car mods from the 2000s era Purple — rock legends who took home Grammys Here's one word from each group to guide you: Yellow: EVE Green: PIPE Blue: SPOILER Purple: CROW Today's NYT Connections answers Here are the correct word groupings for June 5's puzzle: Yellow – Precipice-related terms EVE, VERGE, BRINK, CUSP All describe being on the edge of something new or significant. Green – Plumbing equipment PIPE, PLUNGER, SNAKE, WRENCH Tools essential for clearing drains and fixing leaks. Blue – Car exterior modifications BUMPER, GRILLE, RIM, SPOILER Common automotive parts that are often upgraded for style. Purple – Best Female Rock Grammy winners APPLE (Fiona), CROW (Sheryl), SUMMER (Donna), TURNER (Tina) These women each won in the now-discontinued Best Female Rock Vocal category. Explanation of today's answers This puzzle featured a clever trap with EVE, APPLE, and SNAKE, tricking some into thinking of the biblical Garden of Eden. But only EVE was correct for the 'precipice' category. The plumbing tools were easy to spot for anyone familiar with household maintenance. The car parts required either some auto knowledge or nostalgia for MTV's Pimp My Ride. The hardest group involved recognizing names of female rock artists who won Grammys—requiring both music trivia and a sharp memory. June 5's Connections was a mix of obvious groupings and subtle misdirection. Whether you breezed through or needed a few hints, it was another engaging entry in this ever-popular daily puzzle. Be sure to return tomorrow for new words, new categories, and a fresh opportunity to challenge your brain. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Black America Web
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Pimp My Paycheck: Xzibit Was Only Getting $5,000 An Episode
Source: Gilbert Flores / Getty In a recent interview, rapper and former television host Xzibit revealed that he was only paid $5,000 per episode for his role on MTV's popular show Pimp My Ride. Despite the show's widespread success and cultural impact, the financial compensation he received was surprisingly low. Xzibit opened up about the disconnect between public perception and reality, explaining that what appears successful from the outside does not always reflect the truth behind the scenes. He shared that the initial deal he signed was not favorable and likely mishandled by his agents at the time. They had no way of knowing how big the show would become, and the contract failed to secure better terms. Xzibit had also hoped that being on MTV would help promote his music by including his videos, but that opportunity never came to fruition. As the show progressed, Xzibit began to feel restricted by the obligations it placed on him. He expressed dissatisfaction with being unable to tour or pursue other opportunities due to his commitment to the show. His frustration only grew as he realized the financial arrangement was not improving in line with the show's growing popularity. He went on to claim that the situation worsened when Viacom, MTV's parent company, began reducing his earnings. Although his contract included a clause promising him 15 percent of all merchandise featuring his name or likeness, that promise was undercut. Xzibit noted that while the first season's DVD box prominently featured his face, later seasons did not, with the packaging instead focusing solely on the cars. This change appeared to be a deliberate way to avoid paying him his share of merchandise profits. Xzibit also alleged that when the show went into syndication, his music was removed from the episodes. This move, he believes, was made specifically to avoid paying him additional royalties. His story sheds light on the often unseen struggles artists face behind the scenes, even when their work is widely celebrated. Pimp My Paycheck: Xzibit Was Only Getting $5,000 An Episode was originally published on
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
YG Opens Up About Being Sexually Assaulted at Age 14: ‘I Kept It Inside For A Long Time'
YG revealed he was the victim of sexual abuse when he was a teenager on his poignant '2004' single in March. Now, the Compton rapper is opening up to about being sexually assaulted by a 30-year-old when he was just 14 years old. 'I kept it inside for a long time,' he told ABC News on Wednesday (May 14). 'My family's first time hearing about that was when the record came out.' More from Billboard Xzibit Shares Thoughts on 'Pimp My Ride,' Cannabis, Hip-Hop Media & How It Feels to Drop His First Album in Over a Decade Styles P Says He & Jim Jones 'Ain't in the Same League' When Asked About Verzuz Battle Gerardo Coronel Breaks Through to No. 1 on Latin Airplay Chart With 'No Se Dice' The 35-year-old said he played the candid track for some of his male friends and was surprised to hear that many could relate after enduring similar experiences growing up. '90 percent of the people that I played it for — the men, the males — they all got similar stories. That was the conversation everyone was having,' he said. 'It was like, 'Yeah, I was sexually abused.'' When the encounter took place over 20 years ago, he thought it was 'lit' and didn't realize he had been sexually assaulted. 'It wasn't a thing that I did some with an older woman — it's lit,' YG explained of his thought process at the time. 'You go through life and you see stuff and you learn stuff and it's like, 'I got raped.'' '2004' came together when (J Pounds) pushed YG to open up about something he had never talked about before on a record during a studio session. 'He like, 'You gotta talk about something you ain't never talked about. You gotta dig deep! What's something that you ain't never told somebody that nobody know,' he recalled. 'Then I was like, 'Bop twice my age.' And everybody was like, 'What?!'' YG hopes his honesty influences peers and fans to tell their own stories. 'Especially coming from an artist — somebody like me — it's unexpected,' he added. 'People put me in a box… They look at us like we gang members, we animals, we not human, but it's like, bro, I'm human. I go through real-life stuff.' While '2004' came as a shock to many of YG's fans and friends, it's only the tip of the iceberg as far as his personal story goes, and he's planning to delve deeper into his life with the arrival of his The Gentleman's Club album this summer. 'People say I live a dangerous life — I talk about that and I give it to you straight like that,' he said. 'Now me going through this growing stage of my life, it ain't hard for me because I'm telling my truth.' This year marks a chapter of change in YG's life, who was baptized for the first time with his children in March. '2004' arrived with an accompanying music video, co-directed by the rapper himself, which boasts over 1.5 million views on YouTube. Watch the full interview with YG below. If you or someone you know is struggling and in need of help in the wake of sexual assault, please contact RAINN at 800-656-4673 or at Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
