Clives Braindump
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Imagine this: you get to visit your favorite high-street shops, grab a coffee at a trendy café, or even stay at a hotel—and get paid for it. This isn’t a fantasy; it’s the world of mystery shopping, a fantastic side hustle that’s perfect for earning a little extra “beer money.” Often overlooked, mystery shopping is…
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Ever heard of a side hustle that guarantees a profit, is completely legal, and is even tax-free? If it sounds too good to be true, you’re not alone. But for a growing number of people in the UK and Ireland, this is a reality, and it’s called matched betting. This isn’t about picking winners or…
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If you’ve ever spotted an advert asking you to “share your opinion” for cash or vouchers, you’ve seen the world of market research participant recruitment in action. For some, joining studies is just a bit of fun; for others, it’s a clever way to make a steady trickle of extra income – enough for a…
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Looking for a little extra cash without the hassle of a second job? “Beer money” is the perfect solution. It’s a modern term for small disposable income – not enough to cover big expenses like rent or bills, but just enough to enjoy life’s little luxuries. Think of it as the extra cash that lets…
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CIFAS Markers are a phrase many of us may have heard in passing, but do not fully understand what they are, and the devestating impact they can have on your life if you are unfortunate enough to get one.
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In 1973, astronaut Owen Garriott tricked Mission Control with a hidden cassette of his wife’s voice, making it sound like she’d joined him in space. The prank, kept secret for decades, is one of NASA’s most legendary moments of mischief.