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Will Jordan has become the All Blacks’ leading Test try-scorer after scoring three tries against Italy in Wellington. The 28-year-old...

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New Zealand and India Strengthen Partnership New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have announced...

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Did You Know?

What is the length of Ozzy's tongue?
Ozzy's tongue measures an amazing 7.83 inches long!
What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!
How far did the humpback whale swim to break the record?
The humpback whale swam over 15,000 kilometers to set a new record!
Did you know that the oceans are absorbing most of the extra heat from global warming?
Over 90% of the extra heat from global warming is being absorbed by the oceans!
What special ceremony marks the beginning of Waitangi Day celebrations?
A special dawn service is held at Te Whare Rūnanga to start Waitangi Day.
Who was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement in New Zealand?
Dame Te Atairangikaahu was the first woman to lead the Kīngitanga movement, uniting Māori tribes for 40 years!
How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!
What was the size of the giant ancient scorpion Praearcturus gigas?
The giant scorpion could be as big as a Labrador dog!
Did you know Chris Wood is the captain of the All Whites?
Chris Wood will lead New Zealand's All Whites at the 2026 FIFA World Cup!

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What special event did King Charles III and Queen Camilla celebrate during their visit to the US?
They celebrated 250 years of American independence during their trip!
How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?
Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
How far away is the galaxy Messier 77 from Earth?
Messier 77 is a whopping 45 million light-years away from Earth!
What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?
A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!
Who is the new character in the Gruffalo book?
The new character is Granny Gruffalo, who joins the adventure!
What can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
Eating even a small piece of toxic algae can be very dangerous for dogs and might even kill them!
What should residents in Christchurch do with their tap water?
Residents in Christchurch need to boil their tap water before using it for drinking and cooking because of bacteria found in the water supply.
What special moment did LeBron and Bronny achieve in the NBA?
LeBron James made history by assisting his son Bronny in a game, marking the first father-son assist in NBA history!
What interesting features does Pluto have that make it unique?
Pluto has mountains, valleys, plains, craters, and glaciers, making it very interesting!
Why do horses yawn when they see each other yawn?
Horses yawn to build social bonds with each other, just like humans!

Vocabulary

  • germinate To begin to grow from a seed. The seed will germinate when it gets enough water.
  • vibrations Small movements back and forth. You can feel the vibrations of music when it's loud.
  • statoliths Tiny structures in plant cells that help sense gravity. Statoliths help plants know which way is up!