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Different reasons
You will immediately call the police when you see men wearing masks entering a bank. Today everyone is required to wear a mask when entering a bank. How quickly time has changed.
PMV bus in London
Someone sent this: Because of the current ban on bus services in Port Moresby, one Route Nine bus has been spotted operating in London. How the bus, driver and fare collector got there so quickly remains a mystery. It can only be a April Fool’s prank.
Stop breathing
Colleague after being issued face masks at work asked if he could be given extra to use at home during the weekend. Someone quipped: “Just stop breathing on weekends.”
Covid-19 help
It usually takes at least two days to send money home by telegraphic transfer. Colleague was therefore shocked on Monday to see that it took just half a day this time. He profusely thanked covid-19 for whatever help it gave.
Wasted prayer
Boyfriend tells his girl that he has a heart condition and is going for emergency operation that day. Girlfriend gathers all her classmates to fast and pray for the love of her life. Next day, boy calls girl to say sorry for the prank. She has never spoken to him since.
Way to gossip
When social distancing is vital but gossiping is necessary.
Good idea
New Zealand, a country of about 5 million, has 18 million masks in its reserves, with 80,000 more being made every day. Food for thought for our PNG manufacturing industry.