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What two animals in Antarctica are now considered endangered?
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Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals are now endangered due to climate change.
Find out more: Antarctica Animals In Danger
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
Who was the first person to climb Mt Everest?
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Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the summit of Mt Everest in 1953!
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What unique dress code did this year's Met Gala have?
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This year's dress code was 'Fashion is art,' inspiring guests to wear outfits like pieces of art!
Find out more: Met Gala hosted in New York
What special agreement did New Zealand and Singapore sign?
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New Zealand and Singapore signed a fuel and food agreement to keep supplies flowing, even during crises.
Find out more: NZ And Singapore sign fuel deal
What did the couple find hidden in their ceiling?
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The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!
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What special feature will the 2026 Commonwealth Games medals have?
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The medals will include braille for the first time!
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How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?
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The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!
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What is acid rain and how does it affect the environment?
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Acid rain is rain that contains harmful chemicals, which can damage plants and water supplies. It can make water more acidic and harm crops.
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What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?
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King Charles III was seen with RJ's black licorice in his car!
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