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How many Tour de France titles has Tadej Pogacar won?
Tadej Pogacar has won five Tour de France titles, matching a record!
What makes the newly discovered planet so special?
The new planet is larger than Jupiter and very dim, making it hard to see!
What is the name of the new crater discovered on the Moon?
The new crater on the Moon is called McGetchin, and it's super huge!
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 emergency calls did St John receive on its busiest day?
St John received a record 2,562 emergency calls in one day!
What was the score of the match between the Warriors and the Dolphins?
The Dolphins beat the Warriors 26-16 in the match!
What is the world’s largest census counting?
India's census is counting over a billion people to learn about their lives!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How far did the Qantas plane fly in its record-breaking journey?
The Qantas plane flew an amazing 23,075 kilometers non-stop!
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In what year did Earth Day become a global event?
More than a billion people now take part in Earth Day events around the world.
How many tries did the All Blacks score in their match against the Sharks?
The All Blacks scored a total of eight tries during the match!
What high-tech tools are being used to protect the Amazon rainforest?
The new AI network uses satellite pictures, camera traps, and sensors to monitor the Amazon.
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What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?
A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!
How many Rubik's cubes did Ishaan solve during his skydive?
Ishaan solved two Rubik's cubes while skydiving from 13,000 feet!

Vocabulary

  • defence The action of protecting against an attack. The team's strong defence stopped the other team from scoring.
  • penalty A kick awarded after a foul, usually worth points. He scored a penalty goal to help his team win.
  • teamwork Working together to achieve a common goal. Good teamwork helped the players win the match.