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What is hypersonic speed?
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Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
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What happens to your money when inflation rises?
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When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!
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What does the statue by Banksy represent?
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The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.
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What exciting city is hosting the NRL season opener this Sunday?
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The NRL season opener is happening in Las Vegas!
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What special blocks were installed at Wellington Airport for safety?
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Wellington Airport installed special energy-absorbing blocks called EMAS to keep planes safe.
Find out more: Wellington airport undergoes upgrade
How long has Rakiura been without a full-time doctor?
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Rakiura hasn't had a full-time doctor for over 10 years!
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What special pizza is being offered in Hungary?
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A pizzeria in Budapest is serving a pizza inspired by ancient Roman food!
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What special mission are the astronauts on?
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The astronauts are on a mission called Crew-12 to the ISS!
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What tiny dinosaur was discovered in Spain?
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The tiny dinosaur discovered in Spain is called Foskeia pelendonum, and it was no bigger than a chicken!
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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed during the strikes.
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The Magic won their opening game against the Pistons by 11 points.
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Wellington got more than 70mm of rain in just one hour during the storm.
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The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!
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The match was delayed for three hours because of lightning.
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