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What amazing thing did scientists do with butterflies in space?
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Scientists hatched a butterfly in space for the first time ever!
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Who scored the try that gave the Black Ferns the lead?
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The match was delayed for three hours because of lightning.
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What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
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Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!
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What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?
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Pakuranga Bakery sold more than 100 lo'i hossi pies in one day.
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How old is Gertie the Chicken, the oldest living chicken?
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Gertie is 15 years and 100 days old, making her the oldest living chicken in the world!
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What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?
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A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!
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How many tries did Louis Bielle-Biarrey score in the match?
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Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in the exciting match!
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How tall are the robots helping with baggage at Haneda airport?
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The robots stand 130 centimeters tall, which is about the height of a small child!
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What special mission is the HMNZS Canterbury on during its visit to Tokelau?
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The HMNZS Canterbury is on a mission called Operation Calypso, which helps stop illegal fishing in the Pacific.
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What did the US Supreme Court say about President Trump's tariffs?
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The Supreme Court ruled that Trump’s tariffs were not allowed under the emergency law he used.
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On a map, the scale is 1 cm : 2 km. Two towns are 7.5 cm apart on the map. What is the real distance between the towns?

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  • tourism The business of helping people travel and visit places. Tourism brings visitors to see the beautiful sights.
  • economy The system of money and business in a place. The event will help boost the local economy.
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