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What caused the rare bloom of wildflowers in Death Valley?
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A wetter autumn and winter allowed seeds to grow into flowers.
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Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?
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Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.
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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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What special milestone did Jackson Ford celebrate during the game against Newcastle Knights?
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Jackson Ford celebrated his 100th NRL game with a try and strong performance!
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What major dairy brands are changing ownership?
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Fonterra is selling its brands, including Mainland and Anchor, to Lactalis.
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What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
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At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!
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What is the name of Team New Zealand's new racing yacht?
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The new racing yacht is called Taihoro, and it's been upgraded for the next America’s Cup!
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What exciting city is hosting the NRL season opener this Sunday?
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The NRL season opener is happening in Las Vegas!
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  • millipede A small, many-legged insect that can be found in homes. I saw a millipede crawling on the sidewalk.
  • nematode Tiny worms that can help control pests like millipedes. Nematodes are used in gardens to fight harmful insects.
  • population The number of living things in a certain area. The population of birds in the park is increasing.
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