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We might learn more about Zoey and Mira's backstory!
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Artemis II broke the Apollo 13 record for the farthest crewed spaceflight!
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Heinz Wattie's plan could affect about 350 jobs across New Zealand!
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Residents have found millipedes in shoes, bags, and even beds!
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Prathab Muniandy has a total of 42 teeth in his mouth!
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  • rare Not common; unusual to find. Seeing five turtles together is very rare.
  • endangered At risk of becoming extinct; very few left. Leatherback turtles are critically endangered.
  • marine Related to the sea or ocean. Marine animals live in the ocean.
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