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Huge New Crater Spotted on the Moon

September 18, 2026

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Ancient feather found preserved in Dino Poo

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Silver Ferns Coach stays on through to 2027

September 18, 2026

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Hayden Wilde Wins First World Triathlon Title

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What unusual behavior is a parakeet displaying in Scotland?

The parakeet has been pecking at cars, causing damage!

Find out more: Parakeet damages cars in Scotland

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How many sweaters did Skyler wear to break the record?

Skyler wore 50 sweaters at once to set a new world record!

Find out more: Boy wears 50 Sweaters at once

What special award did Wētā FX win for their work?

Wētā FX won an Emmy Award for their amazing visual effects in Stranger Things!

Find out more: Wellington’s Wētā FX wins Emmy award

What happens to recycling bins if people keep putting the wrong things in them?

In Auckland and Christchurch, recycling bins can be taken away after three strikes for contamination!

Find out more: Recycling Rules catch out Kiwis

What major title did Gordon Herbert win as a coach?

Gordon Herbert coached Germany to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup!

Find out more: Breakers land World Cup-Winning coach

How many tries did Ayesha Leti-I'iga score in the match?

Ayesha Leti-I'iga scored two tries for the Black Ferns!

Find out more: Black Ferns sweep Pacific Four

What did Prime Minister Luxon and Prime Minister Albanese joke about?

They joked about their countries having a bit of cheekiness in their relationship!

Find out more: Chris Luxon meets with Australian Prime Minister

What new name did Nauru choose for itself?

Nauru is now called the Republic of Naoero, reflecting its culture!

Find out more: Nauru chooses a new name

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What city will the All Whites play their first World Cup match in?

The All Whites will play their first World Cup match in Los Angeles against Iran!

Find out more: All Whites, World Cup Draw

What did Prime Minister Luxon and Prime Minister Albanese joke about?

They joked about their countries having a bit of cheekiness in their relationship!

Find out more: Chris Luxon meets with Australian Prime Minister

How many Rubik's cubes did Ishaan solve during his skydive?

Ishaan solved two Rubik's cubes while skydiving from 13,000 feet!

Find out more: Skydiver solves 2 rubik’s cubes in the air

What types of shellfish are banned from collection in the Hauraki Gulf?

The ban includes mussels, pāua, and packhorse rock lobster near Waiheke Island!

Find out more: Shellfish Ban Extended In Hauraki Gulf

Find out more: Young Author, 11, Publishes Sci-Fi Book

What famous New Zealanders were models at Fashion Week?

Chef Josh Emett, rapper Melodownz, and former Miss Universe Lorraine Downes modeled at Fashion Week!

Find out more: New Zealand Fashion Week takes over Auckland

How many galaxies are shown on the new universe map?

The new universe map shows nearly 800,000 galaxies!

Find out more: Scientists reveal huge universe map

What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?

LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!

Find out more: LEGO’s Smart Bricks arrive

How long did it take to build Auckland's City Rail Link?

It took nearly a decade, or about nine years, to complete the City Rail Link!

Find out more: Auckland’s City Rail Link finally opens

What special effects company from New Zealand won a BAFTA award?

Wētā FX won a BAFTA for visual effects for Avatar: Fire and Ash!

Find out more: NZ wins two BAFTAs

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crewed Having people on board. The crewed mission had four astronauts flying together.

milestones Important achievements or events. The astronauts reached many milestones during their journey.

atmosphere The layer of gases around a planet. The spacecraft safely passed through Earth's atmosphere.

Find the words in the article:Artemis II: A Moon Mission like no other

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