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Scientists make a sun; Panda Cam is back; an Ashes showdown at the ‘G’; and a house in a highway. Jan 29, 2025

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Your daily kids news podcast.

The Aussie women are smashing records in the Ashes. The first women’s Test at the MCG since 1949 is set to break crowd records—let’s go, Australia!

The Smithsonian National Zoo has two new giant pandas, Bao Li and Qing Bao, and you can watch them live on Panda Cam! With 40 cameras streaming their every move, it’s panda-monium!

Chinese scientists have kept a fusion reaction going for 18 minutes—a new record! This clean energy source could one day power the world without pollution.

A man in China refused to sell his house, so the government built a motorway AROUND it! Now, cars zoom past while his home sits in the middle of the road, with only a pipe for an entrance

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Year of the Snake slithers in; explosive thieves nab treasure; a peeing pup goes viral; and tennis players go bananas. Jan 28, 2025

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Your daily kids news podcast.

Lunar New Year has arrived, bringing fireworks, feasts, and red envelope luck! Families are reuniting with over 9 billion trips in China alone. This year’s star is the wise and charming Snake—check your zodiac animal to join the fun!

Find out about the story behind the Chinese Zodiac.

Thieves in the Netherlands blasted their way into a museum, stealing a 2,400-year-old gold helmet. Can they catch the robbers before it’s too late?

Fu Zai, a hardworking bomb-sniffing corgi, made fans laugh when he lost his bonus for snoozing and peeing in his bowl.

Bananas are the secret weapon at the Australian Open! The real MVP isn’t a champ—it’s this peel-tastic snack!

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Singapore... Squiz the World Jan 27, 2025

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Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin and see where we land. Then, we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people. Join your captain, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we’re heading to Singapore, a fascinating city-state known for its dazzling skyline, lush green spaces, and mouth-watering food scene. From its famous hawker centres and the Supertrees of Gardens by the Bay to its intriguing history and unique blend of cultures, there’s so much to explore. So, buckle up and get ready to discover Singapore!

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Hainanese Chicken Recipe

World's Fastest Walkers

The World's Smelliest Snack - Durian

Everything you need to know about the Slow Loris

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Holiday Brainteaser #23 - Answer Jan 24, 2025

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