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Hydrogen car breaks Speed Record

A hydrogen-powered car has reached a record speed of 654 kilometres per hour at the Bonneville Salt Flats in the...

Historic Waka gets new home

A historic waka fragment found on Golden Bay’s west coast will have a new home in Tākaka. The Tasman District...

Debate over Penguin Vaccinations

A wildlife group in Kaikōura is asking for a review of a decision not to vaccinate little penguins against H5...

Kiwi Runner sets Alpine Record

New Zealand runner Sophie Woods has set a new record by completing the 2,000-kilometre Via Alpina mountain route across eight...

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What ancient tools did Māori navigators use to find New Zealand?

Māori navigators used stars, ocean currents, and winds to guide their waka hourua canoes across the Pacific Ocean.

Find out more: How migration has changed New Zealand

How long was the world's longest tiramisu made in London?

The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!

Find out more: London builds World’s Longest Tiramisu

What special tradition happens when a new prime minister is appointed?

When a new prime minister is appointed, they meet the King in a ceremony called 'kissing hands'!

Find out more: Andy Burnham becomes UK Prime Minister

What did NASA's spacecraft do to the asteroid Dimorphos?

NASA's spacecraft changed the path of the asteroid Dimorphos by crashing into it!

Find out more: Spacecraft pushes Asteroid off course

What are the four phases of New Zealand's National Fuel Plan?

New Zealand's National Fuel Plan has four phases to manage fuel shortages, starting with no restrictions.

Find out more: Fuel Plan ready

How many goals did Elijah Just score in the match?

Elijah Just scored two goals for New Zealand in the match!

Find out more: New Zealand draw with Iran at World Cup

What exciting event helped Auckland FC stay in the A-League?

Auckland FC won a thrilling penalty shootout against Melbourne City!

Find out more: Auckland FC win penalty thriller

What is agroecology and why is it important?

Agroecology is a farming method that works with nature to protect the environment and keep soils healthy.

Find out more: Agroecology marked on Environment Day

In what year did Earth Day become a global event?

More than a billion people now take part in Earth Day events around the world.

Find out more: What is Earth Day?

What type of bird was found sick with bird flu in Australia?

A northern giant petrel was found sick with bird flu in Australia!

Find out more: Second Bird Flu case found in Australia

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How many times has Rory McIlroy won the Masters in a row?

Rory McIlroy has won the Masters tournament back-to-back, making it two years in a row!

Find out more: Rory Wins Green Jacket Again

What age group might soon be allowed to ride on footpaths?

Children under 12 could soon be allowed to cycle on footpaths, making it safer for them!

Find out more: Children may ride on Footpaths

How long was the world's longest tiramisu made in London?

The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!

Find out more: London builds World’s Longest Tiramisu

What amazing milestone did Elon Musk achieve recently?

Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX shares soared!

Find out more: Elon Musk becomes a Trillionare

How many different Pokémon can players discover today?

There are now more than 1,000 different Pokémon for players to discover!

Find out more: Pokémon celebrates 30 Years

What is special about the Artemis II mission?

The Artemis II mission will be the first time humans travel to the Moon in over 50 years!

Find out more: Artemis II Moon Mission delayed to March

How far did the missing cat travel from home?

The missing cat traveled an amazing 630 kilometers from her home!

Find out more: Missing Cat found 630km from home

What caused a major road delay?

A truck carrying about 1 million bees crashed near Knoxville and caused a major road delay.

Find out more: Million Bees cause Highway chaos

What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?

The coral colony discovered by Sophie and Jan is about 111 meters long, which is similar to a Premier League football pitch!

Find out more: Mum and Daughter discover record coral colony

What is one way to practice happiness?

One fun way to practice happiness is by playing games!

Find out more: Happiness Grows When You Practise It

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tortoise A slow-moving reptile with a hard shell. The tortoise walked slowly across the garden.

symbol Something that represents or stands for something else. The heart is a symbol of love.

resident A person or animal that lives in a particular place. The cat is a resident of our house.

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