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What special event does NASA invite everyone to in 2026?
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NASA invites everyone to observe the Moon on International Observe the Moon Night!
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What amazing score did Ronnie O'Sullivan achieve in snooker history?
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Ronnie O'Sullivan scored a record-breaking 153 in snooker!
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What special feature does the Dunedin Kmart have for quiet shopping?
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Dunedin Kmart has quiet shopping hours every Wednesday to help autistic people and others who find busy stores overwhelming.
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What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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What special method did India use to adjust their target score?
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India used the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method to reset their target score due to rain delays.
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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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How much do some families spend on school uniforms each year?
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Some families spend over $1,000 on school uniforms each year!
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In what year did Earth Day become a global event?
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More than a billion people now take part in Earth Day events around the world.
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What surprising comeback did Moana Pasifika make in their final match?
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Moana Pasifika came back from 14-0 down to win 21-19!
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How many goals did Messi score in the match against Austria?
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Messi scored two goals in the match against Austria, breaking the World Cup record!
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