Did You Know?
Did you know Chris Wood is the captain of the All Whites?
Chris Wood will lead New Zealand's All Whites at the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
What is special about the Rangatira spider's size?
The Rangatira spider is one of New Zealand's largest spiders, with females weighing up to five grams!
What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'
How much did Michelangelo's tiny foot sketch sell for?
The tiny foot sketch sold for an amazing $27.2 million!
Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula 1 races cancelled in April?
The races were cancelled due to safety concerns from conflicts in the Middle East.
What was the hottest average temperature in Western Europe for June and July?
The hottest average temperature in Western Europe for June and July was 21.62°C!
What is hypersonic speed?
Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!
Who was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement in New Zealand?
Dame Te Atairangikaahu was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement, uniting Māori tribes for 40 years!
Did You Know?
What is a waka and why is it important?
A waka is a traditional Māori canoe, and the Anaweka waka is a historic fragment that helps us learn about Māori culture.
How tall were the waves that hit Wellington's coast?
The waves reached an incredible height of 11 meters!
What ancient animal's remains were found in the Danube River?
Experts found the remains of an ancient mammoth along the Danube River!
How many lollies does Horners make for Air New Zealand each year?
Horners makes about 22 million lollies for Air New Zealand every year!
What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?
LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!
What was the size of the giant ancient scorpion Praearcturus gigas?
The giant scorpion could be as big as a Labrador dog!
What were the magnitudes of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela?
The earthquakes that struck Venezuela had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5!
What was the hottest average temperature in Western Europe for June and July?
The hottest average temperature in Western Europe for June and July was 21.62°C!
What special vehicle did King Charles arrive in for the Commonwealth Games?
King Charles arrived in a Tardis from Doctor Who to open the Commonwealth Games!
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