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Did You Know?

What special technology helped spot a polar bear family in Canada?
The technology called 'bear-dar' uses radar and cameras to spot polar bears!
Who are some other famous athletes on the list with Portia Woodman-Wickliffe?
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe shares the list with stars like LeBron James and Lionel Messi!
What exciting event happened before the rugby match in Cape Town?
Before the match, two passenger jets flew low over the stadium, which is a South African tradition!
What is the Danube River's record low water level in Budapest?
In Budapest, the Danube River dropped to just 10 centimeters, breaking its previous record low of 33 centimeters from 2018!
How much untreated sewage was spilled into the sea each day?
About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
What funny thing did Tampa International Airport say about pyjamas?
Tampa International Airport joked about banning pyjamas but later said it was just for fun!
How many tries did Louis Bielle-Biarrey score in the match?
Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in the exciting match!
What new way could New Zealanders show their driver’s licence?
New Zealanders might soon show their driver’s licence on their phones instead of using a plastic card!
What unique role did Taylor Swift's brother play in her wedding?
Taylor Swift's brother was her 'man of honour' at the wedding!

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What special event is happening for Richie Mo'unga in 2026?
Richie Mo'unga will play his first test match in almost three years against the British and Irish Lions!
Why do you think the beach banned umbrellas for some visitors?
The beach banned umbrellas to keep everyone safe during emergencies.
What does the name 'Te Au Roa o Te Rakihouia' mean?
It means 'The Long Wake of Te Rakihouia' and honors a historical figure.
What six planets lined up in the night sky recently?
The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!
How many people had to leave their homes due to the wildfires?
More than 80,000 people had to leave their homes because of the wildfires in Spain and France.
What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?
More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!
How many runs did Kane Williamson score in his cricket career?
Kane Williamson scored an amazing 19,346 runs in his career!
What special effects company from New Zealand won a BAFTA award?
Wētā FX won a BAFTA for visual effects for Avatar: Fire and Ash!
What exciting thing did Connor Esterhuizen do in the final match?
Connor Esterhuizen scored 75 runs in just 33 balls, helping South Africa win!

Vocabulary

  • medal A piece of metal given as a prize in sports. She won a gold medal for her swimming.
  • athlete A person who competes in sports. He is a talented athlete in track and field.
  • Commonwealth A group of countries that work together, including New Zealand. The Commonwealth Games feature many countries competing.