Postcard news
Postcard News! Here are some fun and interesting tidbits from around the world:
Travel
- The world's longest flight has been launched by Singapore Airlines, flying from Singapore to Newark, New Jersey, a whopping 9,000 miles (14,444 km) in 18 hours and 45 minutes!
- The ancient city of Petra in Jordan has been named the best tourist destination in the Middle East for the 10th year in a row.
Science
- NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence of seasonal water on Mars, which could be a sign of life!
- Scientists have discovered a new species of ancient human in the Philippines, which is believed to have lived around 50,000 years ago.
Food
- The world's largest pizza was made in Rome, Italy, measuring over 15,888 square feet (1,476 square meters) and weighing over 5,000 pounds (2,268 kg)!
- A new type of coffee has been discovered in Ethiopia, which is said to have a unique flavor profile and aroma.
Sports
- The FIFA Women's World Cup has been won by the United States, with the team defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final.
- The Tour de France has been won by Tadej Pogačar, who became the youngest winner of the race since 1909.
Environment
- The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef, has been declared "in danger" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
- A new species of giant squid has been discovered in the depths of the Pacific Ocean, which is believed to be one of the largest invertebrates on the planet.
Culture
- The world's oldest known piece of music has been discovered in ancient Mesopotamia, dating back over 4,000 years!
- The Louvre Museum in Paris has been named the most visited museum in the world, with over 10 million visitors per year.
That's all for now! I hope you enjoyed these tidbits of Postcard News from around the world.