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New Space plane takes First Test Flight

A brand-new kind of spacecraft built for space tourists has taken to the skies for the first time, carried beneath...

Iwi Seeks return of Taonga from UK

Hawke’s Bay iwi Ngāti Kahungunu is calling on the British Museum in London to return taonga (treasured Māori items) taken...

Warm Spring could mean early Cherries

New Zealand’s cherry growers are expecting an early harvest this year, thanks to one of the warmest springs in more...

Tonga edge out Samoa in World Cup Thriller

Tonga have booked their place in the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals after holding off Samoa 20-18 in a thrilling...

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New Space plane takes First Test Flight

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What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?

Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!

Find out more: Starmer to step down as British PM

What was the score of the All Whites vs. England match?

The All Whites lost to England 1-0 in their warm-up match.

Find out more: All Whites edged out by England

What did Jewish kids enjoy before the Holocaust began?

Before the Holocaust, Jewish kids played soccer, ate ice cream, and had big dreams!

Find out more: The Holocaust: A Story We Must Never Forget

What did astronauts do during the air leak scare on the ISS?

The astronauts sheltered in a docked spacecraft to stay safe.

Find out more: ISS Astronauts return after leak scare

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What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?

A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!

Find out more: Winter Paralympics open in Verona

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What makes the yellow-bellied sea snake special?

The yellow-bellied sea snake is a protected species in New Zealand!

Find out more: Venomous Sea Snake found in BoP

What team did LeBron James choose for his final NBA chapter?

LeBron James chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his last NBA season!

Find out more: LeBron James chooses Philadelphia for Final NBA chapter

How many tries did the All Blacks score in their match against the Sharks?

The All Blacks scored a total of eight tries during the match!

Find out more: All Blacks storm 54–0 win over Sharks

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How many T-shirts did David Rush put on in one minute?

David Rush set a record by putting on 32 T-shirts in just 60 seconds!

Find out more: 32 T-Shirts put on in one minute

Who was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement in New Zealand?

Dame Te Atairangikaahu was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement, uniting Māori tribes for 40 years!

Find out more: Women who changed Aotearoa

How many people had to leave their homes due to the wildfires?

More than 80,000 people had to leave their homes because of the wildfires in Spain and France.

Find out more: Huge wildfires hit Spain and France

How many sweaters did Skyler wear to break the record?

Skyler wore 50 sweaters at once to set a new world record!

Find out more: Boy wears 50 Sweaters at once

What funny thing did Tampa International Airport say about pyjamas?

Tampa International Airport joked about banning pyjamas but later said it was just for fun!

Find out more: Airport bans pyjamas jokingly

What fun activity might come to Christchurch's Cathedral Square?

An outdoor ice skating rink could be built in Cathedral Square!

Find out more: Christchurch could get an Ice Skating Rink

What do firefighters do during emergencies?

Firefighters bravely climb towards danger to help others escape safely.

Find out more: Finding a Way Down (Part Two)

How many KitKat bars were stolen in the heist?

A whopping 413,793 KitKat bars were stolen from a lorry!

Find out more: 12 Tonnes of KitKat Stolen

How far did the missing cat travel from home?

The missing cat traveled an amazing 630 kilometers from her home!

Find out more: Missing Cat found 630km from home

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restore To bring something back to its original condition. They want to restore the old castle to make it beautiful again.

heritage Something important from the past that is valued. The heritage of the town includes old buildings and traditions.

conservation The protection of plants, animals, and places. Conservation helps keep our parks and wildlife safe.

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