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What important resource travels through the Strait of Hormuz?
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About one-fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments go through the Strait of Hormuz!
Find out more: Why Hormuz Matters
Why have mince pies become more expensive in New Zealand?
Answer
Mince pies cost more because beef prices have risen sharply, making ingredients pricier.
Find out more: Why do pies cost more?
How many eggs do Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay in a year?
Answer
Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay only one egg a year!
Find out more: Southern Kiwi lays two rare eggs
Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
Answer
The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
Find out more: New Zealand’s first rubber road
What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?
Answer
King Charles III was seen with RJ's black licorice in his car!
Find out more: King spotted with Kiwi Snack
What was the score of the final match between the Black Ferns and Australia?
Answer
The Black Ferns won the match with a score of 22-21!
Find out more: Black Ferns win sevens series
What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?
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Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!
Find out more: Elliott Wins Coast to Coast
What is special about the photographs taken by the Artemis II crew?
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The Artemis II crew took amazing photos of Earth and the Moon, showing places never seen by humans before!
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What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?
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PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!
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How old is the oldest competitive pool player in the world?
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Maggie Kennedy is 98 years old and still plays pool competitively!
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  • statue A carved or molded figure that represents something. The statue of the giant trout is very famous.
  • competition A contest where people try to win by doing something best. The town is having a competition to name the statue.
  • suggestions Ideas or proposals about what to do or choose. Many people sent in suggestions for the statue's name.
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