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What important resource travels through the Strait of Hormuz?

About one-fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments go through the Strait of Hormuz!

Find out more: Why Hormuz Matters

What age group is the New Zealand Government's new bill aimed at?

The bill aims to stop children under 16 from using social media apps!

Find out more: Govt plans to ban Social Media for Under-16s

What is the oldest whale fossil site ever discovered?

The world's oldest whale fossil site is over five million years old and found deep in the Indian Ocean!

Find out more: Ancient Whale Fossils found deep undersea

Find out more: Air New Zealand launch Plane Spotter’s Guide

What important event is happening in Switzerland this Friday?

The US and Iran are signing a peace deal to end their war!

Find out more: US and Iran agree Peace Deal to end War

What special milestone did the young shore plover achieve on Pitt Island?

The young shore plover is the first to leave its nest on Pitt Island in 150 years!

Find out more: Rare Bird returns to Pitt Island

How do sperm whales use bubbles to help them sleep?

Sperm whales use bubbles to stay upright while they sleep, helping them avoid waves and save energy!

Find out more: Whales use Bubbles for better Sleep

What is the name of the giant trout statue in Gore?

The giant trout statue in Gore is getting an official name through a fun competition!

Find out more: Naming Gore’s Giant Trout

What was the score of the final match between the Black Ferns and Australia?

The Black Ferns won the match with a score of 22-21!

Find out more: Black Ferns win sevens series

How many goals did Belgium score in their match against New Zealand?

Belgium scored a total of 5 goals in the match against New Zealand.

Find out more: All Whites knocked out after Belgium defeat

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What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?

A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!

Find out more: Dog joins Olympic Ski Race

Find out more: Asteroid narrowly are going to miss Earth!

What is the new blend of mince called that combines beef and pork?

The new blend of mince is called 'bork'!

Find out more: Rising mince prices spark new ‘Bork’ Blend

How far did the missing cat travel from home?

The missing cat traveled an amazing 630 kilometers from her home!

Find out more: Missing Cat found 630km from home

What big energy upgrade is happening on Stewart Island?

Stewart Island is getting a solar farm to help save on electricity costs!

Find out more: Solar Power is coming to Stewart Island

What is a fatberg made of?

A fatberg is made of fats, oils, grease, and trash that shouldn't go down drains!

Find out more: Giant Fatberg troubles Sydney Beaches

How many tourists visited Antarctica in 2024?

In 2024, over 80,000 tourists visited Antarctica, with many more viewing it from ships!

Find out more: More tourists heading to Antarctica

How much tax did King Charles pay in 2024-25?

King Charles paid £12.9 million in taxes during the 2024-25 year!

Find out more: King shares Tax and Palace plans

How many stairs did the Luchsinger family’s Slinky go down?

The Luchsinger family’s Slinky went down 53 stairs, breaking the record!

Find out more: Family breaks World Record with a slinky

What special feature helps the coffee frog be recognized?

The coffee frog has a see-through throat that inflates when it calls!

Find out more: Tiny Coffee Frog discovered in Costa Rica

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exotic Unusual or different from what is common. Zebras and giraffes are exotic animals.

reward Something given in return for help or information. A reward of $5,000 is offered to find Gracie.

sightings The act of seeing or spotting something. There have been a few sightings of Gracie.

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