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Did You Know?

What special milestone did Jackson Ford celebrate during the game against Newcastle Knights?
Jackson Ford celebrated his 100th NRL game with a try and strong performance!
What did Prime Minister Luxon and Prime Minister Albanese joke about?
They joked about their countries having a bit of cheekiness in their relationship!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How many competitors participated in the surfing competition?
There were 87 competitors ready to surf at the AIMS Games!
What exciting event took place in Auckland with big splashes and jumps?
The Z Manu World Champs featured amazing splash-making competitions for all ages!
What age group in Spain will be affected by the new social media ban?
The new law in Spain will affect children under 16 years old.
Did you know that Raglan is hosting a big surfing event?
Raglan is hosting the first-ever combined men’s and women’s surfing event in New Zealand!
What animal is missing from a Texas ranch?
A giraffe named Gracie has been missing for nearly two weeks!

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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 much money is the Government spending to improve education?
$131 million is being spent to improve reading, writing, and maths in schools!
What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK during the hottest June day?
The highest temperature was 36.9°C in Wattisham, Suffolk!
What is the special name for clouds that look rainbow-colored?
The special name for these colorful clouds is cloud iridescence!
What is one fun way to help you save money?
You can use the 24-hour rule to think before buying something!
How many medals did New Zealand win at the Commonwealth Games?
New Zealand won a total of 36 medals, including 10 gold medals!
What special agreement did New Zealand and Singapore sign?
New Zealand and Singapore signed a fuel and food agreement to keep supplies flowing, even during crises.
What did New Zealand Rugby do for Moana Pasifika players?
New Zealand Rugby is paying the wages of Moana Pasifika players after the team faced financial troubles.
How many Tour de France titles has Tadej Pogacar won?
Tadej Pogacar has won five Tour de France titles, matching a record!
What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!

Vocabulary

  • tunnel A long, underground passage for trains or cars. The train travels through a tunnel under the city.
  • station A place where trains stop to pick up or drop off passengers. We waited at the station for the train to arrive.
  • network A system of connected parts, like roads or railways. The train network connects many different cities.