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Did You Know?

What fun activities did Justin Bieber do in New Zealand?
Justin Bieber enjoyed clay target shooting, fishing, and a helicopter ride during his holiday!
What is the length of Ozzy's tongue?
Ozzy's tongue measures an amazing 7.83 inches long!
How many runs did New Zealand score in their match against Ireland?
New Zealand scored 140 runs in their thrilling match against Ireland!
What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?
Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!
What record did the Project Hail Mary trailer break?
The trailer for Project Hail Mary set a record for the Highest Altitude IMAX Film Trailer, shown at 101,896 feet above Earth!
How long can a leopard seal grow?
Leopard seals can grow up to 3.5 meters long!
What type of bird was found with bird flu in New Zealand?
A brown skua was the first bird found with H5 bird flu in New Zealand!
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What new name did Apple Maps give Lake Ontario in the US?
Apple Maps changed Lake Ontario's name to Lake America for users in the US!
What does the statue by Banksy represent?
The statue is a comment on blind patriotism, encouraging people to think critically.
How many litres of beans were in the record-breaking pot?
The giant pot held about 6,840 litres of beans, which is like 15,000 tins!
How long has Rakiura been without a full-time doctor?
Rakiura hasn't had a full-time doctor for over 10 years!
What is the most expensive book ever sold in Norway?
The most expensive book ever sold in Norway is a rare Viking book donated by footballer Erling Haaland, costing about £100,000!
What natural climate driver is expected to affect New Zealand's weather?
El Niño is a natural climate driver that can cause hotter and drier weather in New Zealand.
What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?
Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!
What position did Liam Lawson finish in the Chinese Grand Prix?
Liam Lawson finished in seventh place at the Chinese Grand Prix!

Vocabulary

  • celebrate To do something special to show happiness. They celebrate their birthdays with parties.
  • Viking A group of people from Scandinavia known for their ships. Vikings traveled by longboats to explore new lands.
  • rhythm A strong, regular beat in music or movement. We clapped to the rhythm of the song.