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Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!
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Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!
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What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?
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Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!
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What position did Liam Lawson finish in the Chinese Grand Prix?
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Liam Lawson finished in seventh place at the Chinese Grand Prix!
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What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?
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Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!
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How many different Pokémon can players discover today?
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There are now more than 1,000 different Pokémon for players to discover!
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What age group might soon be allowed to ride on footpaths?
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Children under 12 could soon be allowed to cycle on footpaths, making it safer for them!
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What is the purpose of the new satellites launched by Rocket Lab?
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The new satellites are designed to test next-generation navigation technology for better services like autonomous vehicles and emergency services.
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About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
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