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Who was chosen as the new head coach of the All Blacks?

Dave Rennie has been named the new head coach of the All Blacks!

Find out more: Rennie named All Blacks Coach

What colors are seen in the aurora australis?

The aurora australis lights up the sky with beautiful purple and green colors!

Find out more: Southern Lights Shine Bright

What was the score of the White Ferns in their first ODI?

The White Ferns scored 210 runs in their first ODI against England.

Find out more: White Ferns fight hard in ODI Series

What did scientists discover beneath Auckland?

Scientists found dozens of new faultlines under Auckland that they will study further.

Find out more: New Faultlines found under Auckland

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How do rice seeds know when to sprout?

Rice seeds can hear the sound of rain and grow faster when they do! They sprout about 24% quicker when they hear raindrops.

Find out more: Seeds May Hear Rain Sounds

What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?

Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!

Find out more: South Africa beat Black Caps

What is a fatberg made of?

A fatberg is made of fats, oils, grease, and trash that shouldn't go down drains!

Find out more: Giant Fatberg troubles Sydney Beaches

What special celebration did Norway's football team do after their win?

Norway's football team celebrated with a Viking row after beating Senegal!

Find out more: Norway celebrates with Viking Row

What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?

This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!

Find out more: NZDF marks Anzac Day around New Zealand

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What will new citizens in New Zealand have to do to prove their knowledge?

New Zealand will soon require new citizens to pass a test about the country’s life and government.

Find out more: New Zealand to introduce Citizenship Test

What important resource travels through the Strait of Hormuz?

About one-fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments go through the Strait of Hormuz!

Find out more: Why Hormuz Matters

What is a fatberg made of?

A fatberg is made of fats, oils, grease, and trash that shouldn't go down drains!

Find out more: Giant Fatberg troubles Sydney Beaches

What cool things can Gemini 3.1 do in your browser?

Gemini 3.1 can help you plan trips and write emails without leaving your page!

Find out more: Google adds AI Helper to browsing

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What special meal do families share to celebrate the Chinese New Year?

Families share a reunion dinner, which is the most important meal of the year!

Find out more: Year of the Horse Begins

What amazing milestone did Sir David Attenborough recently celebrate?

Sir David Attenborough just turned 100 years old!

Find out more: Sir David Attenborough turns 100

What special feature helps the coffee frog be recognized?

The coffee frog has a see-through throat that inflates when it calls!

Find out more: Tiny Coffee Frog discovered in Costa Rica

What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?

The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!

Find out more: Winter Olympics Officially Open in Italy

How many runs did Kane Williamson score in his cricket career?

Kane Williamson scored an amazing 19,346 runs in his career!

Find out more: Williamson retires from international cricket

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