Did You Know?
What are Happy Tools in the Positive Mindset Challenge?
Happy Tools are simple techniques to help you feel better when you're having a tough day.
How many people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban?
More than 93,000 people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban!
What special mission are the astronauts on?
The astronauts are on a mission called Crew-12 to the ISS!
What special tradition happens when a new prime minister is appointed?
When a new prime minister is appointed, they meet the King in a ceremony called 'kissing hands'!
How long can Leatherback turtles grow?
Leatherback turtles can grow more than two meters long!
How big would the new White House ballroom be?
The proposed ballroom would cover about 8,400 square meters!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What special event did King Charles III and Queen Camilla celebrate during their visit to the US?
They celebrated 250 years of American independence during their trip!
Did You Know?
What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!
What type of whale stranded on St Heliers Beach?
A rare Shepherd's beaked whale was found stranded on the beach!
How much untreated sewage was spilled into the sea each day?
About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?
Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!
Which part of Wellington helped keep the heavy rain falling over the same places?
Wellington got more than 70mm of rain in just one hour during the storm.
What important shipping route could reopen if the peace agreement is signed?
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world!
What amazing way do young spiders travel to new places?
Young spiders travel by releasing silk threads into the air and using the wind to float away!
What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?
Pakuranga Bakery sold more than 100 lo'i hossi pies in one day.
What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?
King Charles III was seen with RJ's black licorice in his car!
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