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Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
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How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?
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Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!
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How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
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The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!
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What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?
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The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!
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What important role does Glenariffe Stream play for salmon?
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Glenariffe Stream is a key spawning area for salmon, helping them lay eggs.
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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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What did the couple find hidden in their ceiling?
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The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!
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The rescue flight happened just before months of winter darkness in Antarctica!
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