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Aussie whistleblower free at last; Blues big win sets up Origin decider; Sudan’s enormous antelope migration; and Squiz-E sharpens his pencil.
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is finally back in Australia after over 2000 days in prison and a 14-year legal battle. Known for sharing secret information, Assange is now free after a plea deal with the US. Welcome home, Julian!
In South Sudan, the largest migration of land mammals is underway, with 6 million antelope leading the charge! Elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and lions join the journey in this amazing spectacle of nature's beauty. It's a real-life Lion King adventure! 
As the UK prepares for a general election, rumours about pencils being used to change votes are spreading. But don’t worry! The UK Electoral Commission confirms that pencils are provided simply because pens can run out of ink or leak. Remember to Stop, Think, and Check!
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The Great Barrier Reef, a huge and vibrant coral wonder visible from space, dodged an "in danger" label. But Australia got a stern warning to step up its climate game. From colorful corals to endangered sea cows, this World Heritage Site needs extra care to stay spectacular!
In California, an adorable 8-year-old Pekinese named Wild Thang finally snagged the title of World's Ugliest Dog. With his tongue-out charm and paddling paw, this beloved pup proves that imperfections make us special. Wild Thang, you make our hearts sang!
Heinz has created 'Every Sauce', a wild mix of 14 different sauces for the ultimate flavor explosion! From Pickle Ketchup to Smokey Baconnaise, it's a saucy dream come true. But hurry, only 100 bottles are being released in the UK. Get mixing at home, sauce lovers!
Tonight, the State of Origin Game Two kicks off at the MCG! New South Wales aims to even the score after Queensland's big win. With Reece Walsh back for the Maroons and past Blues victories at the MCG, it's anyone's game. Plus, don't miss the Women's Origin decider tomorrow night!
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Women's world number two park skateboarder Arisa Trew answers questions from Aussie kids in a very special Squiz Kids Q+A.
Even as she's busy preparing for the Olympics, Arisa Trew takes time out to answer the questions put to her by the kids of Australia. Squiz Kids want to know how often she trains, what her favourite skateboarding trick is, does she ever get nervous before she competes, and, as she's representing Australia on the world stage, does she like Vegemite?
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Baltimore is tired of cleaning up plastic waste left by big companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo. The city is suing these companies for creating so much trash. Scientists found that just 60 companies produce half of the world's plastic waste. Time to reduce, reuse, recycle and keep our planet clean!
Herculaneum, Italy, is reopening its beach after 2,000 years! This ancient town was buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. Archaeologists have uncovered amazing artefacts, and now the black volcanic sand beach is ready for tourists.
Three young Aussies, Keegan Palmer, Chloe Covell, and Arisa Trew, have qualified for the Olympics in skateboarding. They've worked hard for two years and now they're ready to wow the world. Plus, Arisa Trew will answer your burning questions in an exclusive Q&A. Go Team Australia!
Prince William went viral for dancing at Taylor Swift's concert, celebrating his 42nd birthday. His kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, joined him and even got a backstage selfie with Taylor and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Who can blame him for dancing to TayTay's tunes?
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Nuclear power in play; Egypt’s Marge Simpson mummy; Social media warning; and Mbappe’s nose and Ronaldo’s return.
Get ready to hear a lot about nuclear energy! The Federal Opposition has announced plans to build nuclear power plants if they win the next election. Nuclear power is super efficient but can be dangerous. Stay tuned for more election updates!
Archeologists in Egypt found a 3,500-year-old mummy with a striking resemblance to Marge Simpson! Despite the uncanny look, experts say it's the daughter of an ancient high priest. Time travel or just a funny coincidence? You decide!
Euro 2024 is on, and it's thrilling! France, England, Portugal, and Germany are the favorites. But France faces a setback with Mbappe's injury, while Ronaldo is back in action for Portugal. Game on, soccer fans!
Squiz-E the Newshound brings big news! America's top doctor says social media is as harmful as cigarettes and should have warning labels. Studies show too much social media can make teens anxious or depressed. Remember to think before you scroll! Thanks, Squiz-E!
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