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What was the name of the tiny bat that lived in New Zealand millions of years ago?
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The tiny bat was named Mystacina nymphe, and it weighed only 8 to 10 grams!
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How much is the Triceratops fossil expected to sell for?
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The Triceratops fossil named Trey is expected to sell for about five million dollars!
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What special flag did Bosco the Surfing Dog fly while surfing?
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Bosco flew the He Whakaputanga flag while riding his surfboard!
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How many people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban?
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More than 93,000 people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban!
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What is one way to practice happiness?
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One fun way to practice happiness is by playing games!
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What makes the comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS special?
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It's a long-period comet that takes about 170,000 years to orbit the Sun!
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What important event is happening in Switzerland this Friday?
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The US and Iran are signing a peace deal to end their war!
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What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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How far did the humpback whale swim to break the record?
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The humpback whale swam over 15,000 kilometers to set a new record!
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What is misconduct in public office?
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Misconduct in public office happens when someone misuses their trusted position. It means they might have done something wrong while working for the public.
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What special event happened with the Crusaders' horses recently?
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The Crusaders' horses returned to the sidelines after being retired!
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What makes Yosemite's firefall look like molten lava?
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How many athletes are featured in the new Weet-Bix Stat Attack cards?
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What is special about the giant soccer ball being built in Boston?
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What important agreements did New Zealand, Samoa, and Tonga sign during their meetings?
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What unique method does the ballista spider use to catch ants?
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How many sweaters did Skyler wear to break the record?
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  • climate The usual weather in a place over a long time. The climate in New Zealand can change with El Niño.
  • drought A long period of little or no rain. A drought can make it hard for plants to grow.
  • winds Moving air that can be gentle or strong. El Niño can cause stronger winds in summer.
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