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How much did Michelangelo's tiny foot sketch sell for?
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The tiny foot sketch sold for an amazing $27.2 million!
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What exciting event helped the Sharks win their championship?
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The Sharks won in overtime after a tied game, making it super thrilling!
Find out more: Sharks win NBL title in overtime
What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?
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Pakuranga Bakery sold more than 100 lo'i hossi pies in one day.
Find out more: Horse Pies return to Bakery
What important lesson did Bashii the tiger teach visitors at the zoo?
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Find out more: Beloved Tiger Bashii Dies at Wellington Zoo
Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
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The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
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What kind of weather is expected on New Zealand's east coast?
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Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!
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What is the new blend of mince called that combines beef and pork?
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The new blend of mince is called 'bork'!
Find out more: Rising mince prices spark new ‘Bork’ Blend
What important resource travels through the Strait of Hormuz?
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About one-fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments go through the Strait of Hormuz!
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How long is Renu Dhariyal's hair?
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Renu Dhariyal's hair measures an amazing 2.6924 meters long!
Find out more: Woman sets Record with long hair
Why do horses yawn when they see each other yawn?
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Horses yawn to build social bonds with each other, just like humans!
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