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World Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks

This week marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks, one of the most significant events in recent history. The...

Spacecraft Reaches Mercury After Eight-Year Trip

A spacecraft has arrived at Mercury after travelling through space for eight years, closing in on the least-explored planet in...

New Zealand hosts first Oceania Handball Championship

New Zealand is hosting a brand-new sporting event this week, as seven nations arrive in Wellington for the first-ever Oceania...

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World Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks

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What is special about Auckland's new ferry, Waitematā 1?

Waitematā 1 is Auckland's first hybrid-electric ferry, using less energy and producing fewer emissions than older ferries!

Find out more: Auckland’s Electric Ferry nearly ready

What special ceremony marks the beginning of Waitangi Day celebrations?

A special dawn service is held at Te Whare Rūnanga to start Waitangi Day.

Find out more: Waitangi Day celebrated across Aotearoa

How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?

Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!

Find out more: Superfan watches 56 NFL Games

Find out more: Clareburt wins gold

What did officials warn about the 120-year-old dam in Hawaii?

Officials warned that the old dam could be in danger of failing due to heavy flooding.

Find out more: Hawaii Floods Force Evacuations

What special tournament did Coach Koponen help the Breakers win?

Coach Petteri Koponen helped the Breakers win their first-ever Ignite Cup!

Find out more: Breakers split with Coach

Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula 1 races cancelled in April?

The races were cancelled due to safety concerns from conflicts in the Middle East.

Find out more: April Formula 1 races cancelled

What is special about Cape Verde's World Cup achievement?

Cape Verde is the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round!

Find out more: Cape Verde makes Football History

What are the gases that the new scheme is targeting?

The new scheme targets hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs, which are powerful greenhouse gases.

Find out more: New scheme targets cooling gases

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 19th June 2026

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Did You Know?

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 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 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 special award did Rippin Rosie win at the competition?

Rippin Rosie won the special 'spirit of surfing' award!

Find out more: Top Dogs Hang Ten At World Surfing Championship

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 11th September 2026

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

How long did Sophie Woods take to complete the Via Alpina?

Sophie Woods completed the Via Alpina in 28 days, 17 hours, and 59 minutes!

Find out more: Kiwi Runner sets Alpine Record

What age did Pauline Kana achieve her crowd-surfing record?

Pauline Kana set the record at 99 years old, making her the oldest crowd surfer!

Find out more: Granny sets Crowd-Surfing record

Find out more: Kiwi Cole Davies Wins US Motocross Double

What is acid rain and how does it affect the environment?

Acid rain is rain that contains harmful chemicals, which can damage plants and water supplies. It can make water more acidic and harm crops.

Find out more: Acid Rain falls in Vanuatu

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shortage A lack of something that is needed. There was a shortage of water during the summer.

encouraged To be supported or motivated to do something. Teachers encouraged students to read more books.

disrupt To interrupt or cause problems for something. The loud noise disrupted the class during the test.

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