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What special flag did Bosco the Surfing Dog fly while surfing?
Bosco flew the He Whakaputanga flag while riding his surfboard!
What happened to Iran's Supreme Leader during the air strikes?
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed during the strikes.
How many balloons did Andre Ortolf pop in 30 seconds?
Andre Ortolf popped 60 balloons in just 30 seconds!
What was the score of the Auckland FC game against Sydney FC?
Auckland FC won the game 1-0 with a goal from Sam Cosgrove!
How many new astronauts did NASA announce?
NASA announced 10 new astronauts who may travel to the Moon or Mars!
How many kākāpō are being vaccinated against bird flu?
Around ninety kākāpō are being vaccinated to protect them from bird flu!
What amazing time did Sabastian Sawe run the marathon in?
Sabastian Sawe ran the marathon in just 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 30 seconds!
How do scientists learn about the Gilbert's potoroo's diet?
Scientists study the potoroo's poo to find out what it eats!
What makes the newly discovered planet so special?
The new planet is larger than Jupiter and very dim, making it hard to see!

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How do sperm whales use bubbles to help them sleep?
Sperm whales use bubbles to stay upright while they sleep, helping them avoid waves and save energy!
How old was Charles Smith when he became a grandfather?
Charles Smith was 91 years and 209 days old when his granddaughter was born!
How old is Gertie the Chicken, the oldest living chicken?
Gertie is 15 years and 100 days old, making her the oldest living chicken in the world!
What does the statue by Banksy represent?
The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.
What major problem could affect future Football World Cups?
Countries disagree with FIFA's plan to sell part of the tournaments to investors.
What unique music discovery project was created in Auckland during New Zealand Music Month?
Auckland turned laundromats into music spots with 'washing machine jukeboxes'!
Which New Zealand restaurant was the only Samoan restaurant to win a Michelin star?
Tala is the only Samoan restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star!
What is special about the photographs taken by the Artemis II crew?
The Artemis II crew took amazing photos of Earth and the Moon, showing places never seen by humans before!
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How old was the Major Oak tree when it died?
The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!

Vocabulary

  • retired To stop doing something, like a job or activity. The horses were retired from match days.
  • emotional Having strong feelings, like happiness or sadness. The decision to retire the horses was emotional for the team.
  • tradition A custom or practice that is passed down over time. The horses have been part of the team's tradition for 30 years.