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How far is Voyager 1 from Earth right now?

Voyager 1 is over five and a half times further from Earth than Neptune!

Find out more: Voyager 1 nears huge space milestone

What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?

The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.

Find out more: Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chernobyl Disaster

How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?

Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!

Find out more: Bangladesh beat Black Caps in opener

Who was the first person to climb Mt Everest?

Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the summit of Mt Everest in 1953!

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What historic milestone did the Wellington Phoenix achieve this season?

The Wellington Phoenix reached the playoffs for the first time ever!

Find out more: Wellington Phoenix lose Grand Final

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What types of shellfish are banned from collection in the Hauraki Gulf?

The ban includes mussels, pāua, and packhorse rock lobster near Waiheke Island!

Find out more: Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

What makes the comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS special?

It's a long-period comet that takes about 170,000 years to orbit the Sun!

Find out more: Rare comet lights up NZ

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What color does the Moon turn during a total lunar eclipse?

During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon can turn a deep red color, often called a 'Blood Moon'.

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What special time of year did the rescue flight take place in Antarctica?

The rescue flight happened just before months of winter darkness in Antarctica!

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Who are some other famous athletes on the list with Portia Woodman-Wickliffe?

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe shares the list with stars like LeBron James and Lionel Messi!

Find out more: Woodman-Wickliffe: top 100 influential people in sport

What exciting comeback did the All Blacks make in their match against South Africa?

The All Blacks scored 21 points in a row after being behind at halftime!

Find out more: All Blacks beat South Africa

What special meal do families share to celebrate the Chinese New Year?

Families share a reunion dinner, which is the most important meal of the year!

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What is special about the Swiss bus service called Line 0?

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What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

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What special day will the Warriors play at Eden Park?

The Warriors will play at Eden Park on Anzac Day, April 25, 2027!

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What new rule did FIFA announce for World Cup fans?

FIFA has banned fans from bringing refillable water bottles into stadiums for safety reasons.

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captain The leader of a team. The captain helps guide the team during games.

squad A group of players on a team. The squad for the World Cup has 26 players.

qualifying Meeting the requirements to participate in an event. The All Whites are qualifying for the World Cup after many years.

Find the words in the article:Chris Wood to Captain All Whites at the World Cup

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