Rocket crashes into the Moon, and escaped lion fake news

Your daily kids news podcast. Rocket crashes into the Moon; Guatemala’s fire volcano erupts; Escaped lion fake news; and New Zealand’s ducks breathe a sigh of relief. A runaway rocket booster has slammed into the Moon at more than 8,000 km/h, kicking up a giant cloud of lunar dust. People living near Guatemala's Volcano Fuego have been evacuated as lava and ash pour from the mountain. After three years on the run, a feral cat nicknamed "Nine Lives" has finally been captured in New Zealand, giving endangered native ducks a much-needed chance to recover. Following Japan's earthquake, fake videos and wild rumours spread quickly online. Squiz-E's message is as important as ever: STOP, THINK and CHECK before believing or sharing anything you see. For the full episode transcript, click here. Researched and hosted by Bryce Corbett. Want to work with us on Newshounds in SA? ⁠Learn more here.