Did You Know?
What did Tommy Caldwell learn from climbing the Dawn Wall?
Tommy learned that success means continuing through challenges and adapting.
What is misconduct in public office?
Misconduct in public office happens when someone misuses their trusted position. It means they might have done something wrong while working for the public.
What time are the daily chimp talks at Wellington Zoo?
Akida is a little jealous because he is no longer the youngest chimp in the troop.
What cool things can Gemini 3.1 do in your browser?
Gemini 3.1 can help you plan trips and write emails without leaving your page!
What special recipe helped Levain Artisan Bakery win the best pie award?
Levain Artisan Bakery won with its delicious bacon and egg pie, based on a family recipe over 40 years old!
What did Milo believe about things that can be built?
Milo believed that if something could be built, it could fly!
What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?
LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!
What did Jewish kids enjoy before the Holocaust began?
Before the Holocaust, Jewish kids played soccer, ate ice cream, and had big dreams!
What amazing number of new ocean species were discovered in just one year?
Scientists found 1,121 new marine species in one year!
How many balloons did Andre Ortolf pop in 30 seconds?
Andre Ortolf popped 60 balloons in just 30 seconds!
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Did You Know?
What record did the Project Hail Mary trailer break?
The trailer for Project Hail Mary set a record for the Highest Altitude IMAX Film Trailer, shown at 101,896 feet above Earth!
What special activities can kids enjoy at the film festival?
Kids can join in games, win prizes, and watch fun films!
What surprising thing happens to clouds on WASP-94A b every evening?
The clouds made of rock dissolve every evening due to the heat!
What happens when a cricket match is washed out?
When a cricket match is washed out, it means heavy rain stops the game before it can start, and both teams get one point each!
What was the score of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina?
Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 against Argentina!
Why are people in South Westland worried about deer?
Wild deer numbers have grown very quickly, causing concerns for farmers and conservationists.
What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?
More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What special event did Emma Foy and Jessie Hodges win a gold medal in?
Emma Foy and Jessie Hodges won gold in tandem cycling at the Commonwealth Games!
What record did the Blackcaps break during the T20 World Cup?
The Blackcaps set a record for the highest opening partnership in T20 World Cup history with 175 runs!
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