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Did You Know?

What important agreements did New Zealand, Samoa, and Tonga sign during their meetings?
They signed agreements to tackle crime and improve education together!
What special anniversary is the UFC fight celebrating?
The UFC fight is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States!
What new rule could lead to a red card at the World Cup?
Players could get a red card for covering their mouths while talking to opponents!
What unusual talent did contestants show at the seagull screeching championship?
Contestants tried to mimic the loud cry of seagulls!
What special aircraft is helping with the evacuation plans?
The New Zealand Air Force is using a Hercules aircraft for possible evacuations.
What unusual ingredient did ancient Romans use for medicine?
Ancient Romans may have used human poo to treat infections!
What special ability do walking sharks have?
Walking sharks can use their fins to walk on the sea floor!
How many times has Rory McIlroy won the Masters in a row?
Rory McIlroy has won the Masters tournament back-to-back, making it two years in a row!
What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'
What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?
The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.

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How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?
Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What is the new T20 competition that New Zealand Cricket is planning?
New Zealand Cricket is planning the NZ20 franchise league to replace the Super Smash.
How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?
You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!
What is the most commonly misspelled word in America?
The word 'bougie' tops the list of misspelled words in America!
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 is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What song did Bulgaria's Dara perform to win Eurovision?
Dara won Eurovision with her catchy pop song called Bangaranga!
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Vocabulary

  • motorists People who drive vehicles. Motorists filled their tanks before the prices increased.
  • demand The need or desire for something. The demand for petrol increased when prices rose.
  • restock To fill up supplies again. The store needs to restock petrol containers quickly.