8-year-old boy unknowingly spends Php100K on mobile games using parents’ debit card In just two days, an eight-year-old boy from Davao City unknowingly spent over Php 100,000 on mobile games using his parents' debit card. Julmar, the child's mother and the owner of a consulting firm, revealed in a viral Facebook post on Wednesday that she was shocked to discover the charges when she tracked her finance team's bank statements. “I was furious,” Julmar admitted on Thursday. She claimed that the Google Play ap p on her husband's old phone, which they gave to their son for Christmas last year, was still linked to the card. “They were only allowed 2 hours of tech time per day (max), and the only apps they could use were SuperBook, Messenger for Kids, and War Robots,” the mom explained. “Later, I discovered that I believe the purchases were still in the War Robots, but that he also downloaded other games that were suggested or promoted within the War Robots.” Julma stated th...
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10 Fun Facts About Animal Groups That Will Make You Smile There are many animals in the world that live in groups, gangs, or even gaggles. Some of these groups can be very large, such as the massive million-strong wildebeest migrations, or very small, such as a lion pride. There is safety in numbers, and having some helpers makes it much easier to find food. Animal colonies, caravans, or clowders, whatever you call them, these animal fun facts will brighten your day and make you smile. A Group of Gorillas Gorillas are large apes native to Africa that travel in groups but do not play musical instruments. According to Live Science, a gorilla band can be as large as 50 or as small as two. Every day, gorillas spend their time napping, playing, napping, grooming, and napping again. Gaggle of Geese A male goose is a gander, a female goose is just a goose, but a gaggle of them on the ground is a gaggle. It's a completely different story up in the air. Flying geese are a team, a skein, o...
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5 Super Easy and Fun Games That Can Be Played Anywhere Finding time to relax and play is not only enjoyable, but it is also as important as getting a good night's sleep. With that in mind, here are five incredibly simple yet addictive games suitable for both adults and children. The best part is that they don't require any equipment other than enthusiasm and a good time. 1. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WHAT : A classic spoken game in which a series of questions are asked to encourage deductive reasoning. HOWEVER : One player has an idea and keeps it to themselves. He or she informs the other players whether it belongs to one of the three categories: person, place, or thing. The other players must then ask various questions in order to guess what the object is. The catch is that all questions must be answered with a simple "yes" or "no," with the goal of determining the mystery object in under 20 questions. MINIMUM NUMBER OF PLAYERS : 2 MIX IT UP A LITTLE: Chang...
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5 Cool Facts About Bears Bears have captured the attention (and hearts) of many over the years, but here are 5 facts about these iconic animals that you may not have known! Bears are one of North America's most intelligent land animals. They have the largest and most complex brains of any land mammal their size, and they rely on it for a variety of behaviors. 1. Multiple layers While it's easy to imagine bears as fluffy cuddle monsters, there's a lot more to them than meets the eye! The coat of a polar bear is made up of two distinct layers: the shorter coat provides weather insulation, while the longer coat prevents water from reaching the short coat layer and skin. Each layer serves a specific purpose and allows bears to thrive in subzero temperatures. 2. Massive, powerful, and quick! Grizzly bears have a biting force of more than 1200 PSI, which is strong enough to crush a bowling ball or an iron skillet. Adult grizzly bears can reach speeds of up to 40mph, which is th...
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9 Fun Facts About Plants to Make You Smile When most people think of plants, they think of the greenery around their homes and the foods they eat. But there is so much more to the amazing world of plants. According to the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew's The State of the World's Plants report, there are 301,000 species currently known about, and only 20,000 of them are eaten by humans. Every day, new species are discovered. The plant kingdom is brimming with fascinating varieties and facts that will astound, amaze, and entertain you. Prepare to smile as you read these 9 amazing facts about plants. The plant that grows the fastest According to SoftSchool.com, bamboo is the fastest growing plant on the planet. Over 1,500 bamboo species are native to Asia, Australia, and other parts of the world. Every day, this tall, thin plant can grow 3 feet (.91 meters). Tulips were worth more than gold. The newly introduced tulip flowers in Holland were so valuable in the 1600s that their bulbs ...
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Interesting Facts about Surfing In today's world, surfing is one of the most common beach activities. Some dedicated surfers would even fly around the globe in search of the best waves. In most countries, the selling of surfboards, surfing lessons, and other surfing-related products and services is gradually increasing in popularity. If you like water sports or just want to learn more about beaches in general, you should learn more about surfing. After all, one of the key reasons why the most popular beaches are what they are today is because of this sport. The following are some of the most fascinating surfing facts: The Death Rate The first thing to understand about surfing is that it is not entirely risk-free. Every year, many surfers are killed while riding the waves for a variety of reasons. Wiping out and getting hot under the collar from their board, being injured, or being eaten by sharks are only a few examples. The United States has the largest number of shark attacks ...
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6 Things Your Cat Loves Cats may have a long list of likes (and, maybe, an equally long list of dislikes!) because they are intelligent, sentient beings. Most of the time, your cat enjoys the same things you do, such as fresh, tasty food, long naps in comfortable spots, and a variety of enjoyable activities, to name a few. Cats, like humans, change their minds about what they find interesting, fun, or exciting as they get older—your cat can love her feathered toy one day and find it boring the next. It's your duty as a kitty parent to notice when your cat's priorities shift so you can keep her happy , safe, and engaged. While cat preferences vary, these eight kitty "likes" are a good place to start. Cats Love Taking Naps Cats are known for their love of sleeping. In reality, the average kitty sleeps for 12 to 16 hours a day on average! Cats are nocturnal animals, so they sleep for the majority of the day—and who can blame them? Everyone enjoys a long, relaxing nap i...
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7 Fascinating Facts You Never Knew about Mice House mice are the most common mammal in the United States, so it's no wonder that many homeowners have experienced infestations at some point. Since mice are so popular, you might think you already know everything there is to know about them, but you'd be wrong! Here are 7 interesting things about mice that you probably didn't know: 1. Don't worry if you have a mouse problem; you're not alone. Mice and other rodents infest an estimated 21 million homes in the United States each winter. Mice usually invade our homes between October and February in search of food, water, and a warm place to stay. 2. Mice have a voracious appetite. Mice feed 15 to 20 times a day, despite their small bodies (and even smaller stomachs!). They tend to build their homes near food sources due to their regular eating habits. 3. They are gymnasts in miniature. Mice have excellent jumping, climbing, and swimming abilities. Mice can hop up to a ...