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New Photos Show Sun’s Surface Up Close

Scientists released the clearest pictures ever taken of the Sun’s surface this week, using the world’s largest solar telescope. The...

No Crocs Allowed, Court Tells Minister

A court in Israel paused a strange plan this week to dig a moat filled with crocodiles around a desert...

Nine new school subjects for New Zealand students

The Government has announced nine new secondary school subjects on Thursday, designed to help students learn skills for future careers....

Top Dogs Hang Ten At World Surfing Championship

Thousands of spectators gathered at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, California, on Saturday to watch the 10th annual World Dog...

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New Photos Show Sun’s Surface Up Close

August 6, 2026

Nine new school subjects for New Zealand students

August 6, 2026

Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

August 5, 2026

New Spider-Man film smashes Box Office records

August 5, 2026

Commonwealth Games 2026

New Zealand Finish Glasgow Games With 36 Medals

August 3, 2026

Glascow Games End With Closing Ceremony

August 3, 2026

Sydnee Andrews Makes History With Judo Gold

August 3, 2026

Silver Ferns Win First Gold In 16 Years

August 3, 2026

New Zealand Pair Win Cycling Gold

August 2, 2026

Moorby Wins Silver in Javelin

August 2, 2026

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No Crocs Allowed, Court Tells Minister

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New Zealand Finish Glasgow Games With 36 Medals

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How fast did the Lawn Queen mow the grass?

Hali Rieman mowed a football field-sized area in just 14 minutes and 51 seconds!

Find out more: Could your Groundsman beat the Lawn Queen’s Record?

How far away is the galaxy Messier 77 from Earth?

Messier 77 is a whopping 45 million light-years away from Earth!

Find out more: Webb Telescope reveals Distant Galaxy

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.

Find out more: Horse Pies return to Bakery

What types of seabirds were rescued by Wellington Zoo after the storm?

Wellington Zoo rescued albatrosses, petrels, and penguins after a storm!

Find out more: Wellington Zoo holds fundraiser

What special award has Elijah Just been nominated for?

Elijah Just has been nominated for the FIFA Goal of the Tournament award!

Find out more: Elijah Just nominated for FIFA Goal of the Tournament

How many tries did Ayesha Leti-I'iga score in the match?

Ayesha Leti-I'iga scored two tries for the Black Ferns!

Find out more: Black Ferns sweep Pacific Four

What were the magnitudes of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela?

The earthquakes that struck Venezuela had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5!

Find out more: Venezuela hit by Earthquakes

What happened to Iran's Supreme Leader during the air strikes?

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed during the strikes.

Find out more: US and Israel Strike Iran

What amazing thing did the robot Ace do?

The robot Ace beat professional table tennis players at their own game!

Find out more: Robot beats professional Table Tennis players

What exciting event will take place in New Zealand in 2027?

New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin rugby match at Eden Park!

Find out more: 2027 State of Origin at Eden Park

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How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?

Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!

Find out more: Superfan watches 56 NFL Games

What new way could New Zealanders show their driver’s licence?

New Zealanders might soon show their driver’s licence on their phones instead of using a plastic card!

Find out more: Digital Driver Licences introduced

What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?

This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!

Find out more: NZDF marks Anzac Day around New Zealand

Find out more: Dame Jacinda Ardern Receives Oxford Honorary Degree

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How many Tour de France titles has Tadej Pogacar won?

Tadej Pogacar has won five Tour de France titles, matching a record!

Find out more: Pogacar matches Tour de France Record

Find out more: China fires large missile into Pacific

What year did New Zealand's first official television broadcast start?

New Zealand's first official television broadcast began on June 1, 1960.

Find out more: Classic NZ Television: when Kiwi sceens became stars

What was the score of the Auckland FC game against Sydney FC?

Auckland FC won the game 1-0 with a goal from Sam Cosgrove!

Find out more: Auckland FC back on top with win

What major awards did New Zealand creatives win at the 2026 Oscars?

New Zealand creatives won Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects at the 2026 Oscars!

Find out more: Kiwi’s shine at Oscars

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