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What was the score of the match that led to the coach's resignation?
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The Wellington Phoenix lost 5-0 to Auckland FC, which was a tough defeat.
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What did the goldfish Blub drive to set a world record?
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Blub drove a tiny car built by his owner, Thomas de Wolf, which responded to his movements in a water tank!
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Why have mince pies become more expensive in New Zealand?
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Mince pies cost more because beef prices have risen sharply, making ingredients pricier.
Find out more: Why do pies cost more?
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.
Find out more: King Charles’ Brother arrested
What did NASA's spacecraft do to the asteroid Dimorphos?
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NASA's spacecraft changed the path of the asteroid Dimorphos by crashing into it!
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What is the length of Ozzy's tongue?
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Ozzy's tongue measures an amazing 7.83 inches long!
Find out more: World’s longest dog tongue
How many tourists visited Antarctica in 2024?
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In 2024, over 80,000 tourists visited Antarctica, with many more viewing it from ships!
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What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?
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Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!
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What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?
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The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!
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The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!
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The beach was windy. The waves were high.

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  • satellite A man-made object that orbits around a planet. The Earth has many satellites that help with communication.
  • navigation The process of finding your way from one place to another. We use GPS for navigation when driving to a new location.
  • orbit The path an object takes as it moves around a planet or star. The moon orbits the Earth in a circular path.
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