Did You Know?
How far did the humpback whale swim to break the record?
The humpback whale swam over 15,000 kilometers to set a new record!
What special color did the Vilnius Pink Soup Fest turn the city?
The festival turned Vilnius bright pink as people celebrated cold beet soup!
What did scientists discover beneath Auckland?
Scientists found dozens of new faultlines under Auckland that they will study further.
How tall is the Starship rocket that SpaceX launched?
The Starship rocket is an impressive 124 meters tall!
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!
What year did rugby in New Zealand become professional?
Rugby in New Zealand became professional in 1995, allowing players to earn money for their sport!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How do sharks help scientists predict hurricanes?
Sharks carry sensors that collect ocean data to improve hurricane predictions!
What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!
Did You Know?
How far did David Rush catch the tennis ball behind his back?
David Rush caught a tennis ball from an amazing distance of 60.6 meters!
What did the US Supreme Court say about President Trump's tariffs?
The Supreme Court ruled that Trump’s tariffs were not allowed under the emergency law he used.
What is Koru Circle designed to let top members do?
Air New Zealand is adding a new top tier called Koru Black for its most frequent travellers.
How much money can eligible Olympic athletes receive from the new grant?
Eligible Olympic athletes can receive US$10,000, which is about NZ$17,000!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What important goods are transported through the Strait of Hormuz?
The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for ships carrying oil and other goods!
What tiny dinosaur was discovered in Spain?
The tiny dinosaur discovered in Spain is called Foskeia pelendonum, and it was no bigger than a chicken!
How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?
You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!
What speed did the SpaceX rocket part travel when it crashed into the Moon?
The SpaceX rocket part zoomed towards the Moon at about 5,400 miles per hour!
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