Did You Know?
If you could rename one place in New Zealand based on what it looks like, what would you call it?
Aotearoa even has an official board just for place names, and in 2024 it celebrated 100 years of official place naming. That means people have been carefully recording, checking, and protecting place names for a whole century.
What is the name of Team New Zealand's new racing yacht?
The new racing yacht is called Taihoro, and it's been upgraded for the next America’s Cup!
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!
What is special about the photographs taken by the Artemis II crew?
The Artemis II crew took amazing photos of Earth and the Moon, showing places never seen by humans before!
How many hectares did the 1080 operation cover on Stewart Island / Rakiura?
The pukunui population grew from 105 birds to 160 birds, which was the largest increase in 32 years of recovery work.
What special pizza is being offered in Hungary?
A pizzeria in Budapest is serving a pizza inspired by ancient Roman food!
How many different Pokémon can players discover today?
There are now more than 1,000 different Pokémon for players to discover!
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.
What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
Experts say we might eat 3D printed chocolate and even mashed potatoes!
What makes online shopping feel like magic?
You can tap a screen and have items delivered to your door!