Did You Know?
What unique method does the ballista spider use to catch ants?
The ballista spider uses a spring-loaded trap to launch ants into the air!
What famous hotel is being restored in New Zealand?
The historic Chateau Tongariro hotel is being restored to welcome visitors again!
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.
What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?
Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!
How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
How old was Charles Smith when he became a grandfather?
Charles Smith was 91 years and 209 days old when his granddaughter was born!
What is hantavirus and how is it usually spread?
Hantavirus is usually spread by breathing in dust from infected rodent droppings.
What was the score of the match between Tottenham and Auckland FC?
Tottenham Hotspur won the match 2-0 against Auckland FC!
Did You Know?
Did you know that some penguins might get vaccinated?
In Australia, thousands of little penguins are being vaccinated against bird flu to protect them!
How long can Leatherback turtles grow?
Leatherback turtles can grow more than two meters long!
What special color did the Vilnius Pink Soup Fest turn the city?
The festival turned Vilnius bright pink as people celebrated cold beet soup!
How many times a year can dragon fruit be harvested in tropical countries?
The dragon fruit plants grown in the trial were less prickly, which made them easier for workers to handle.
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.
What was the name of the tiny bat that lived in New Zealand millions of years ago?
The tiny bat was named Mystacina nymphe, and it weighed only 8 to 10 grams!
How many goals did Kelli Brown score in the match?
Kelli Brown scored three goals, making a hat-trick in the game!
What color was the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool repainted?
The pool was repainted in a color called 'American flag blue'!
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