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Dyson Launches Camera-Powered Toothbrush

Technology company Dyson has launched the CameraJet, an electric toothbrush designed to clean teeth in a new way. The toothbrush...

Retired Firefighter Aims for World’s Biggest Sock Collection

A retired firefighter from South Carolina in the United States is hoping to break a world record – for owning...

Waiwera Hot Springs Set to Reopen by 2028

Auckland’s famous Waiwera hot pools are being brought back to life, with a $58 million rebuild given the green light...

National Dog Show Cancelled Over Ground Fears

New Zealand’s national dog show has been cancelled at short notice, after concerns were raised about the ground at its...

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September 1, 2026

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September 1, 2026

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August 31, 2026

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September 1, 2026

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August 28, 2026

Dyson Launches Camera-Powered Toothbrush

September 2, 2026

New Nasa Telescope Set to Search for Planets

August 31, 2026

Norway’s King Harald V Dies Aged 89

August 30, 2026

Messi Retires From International Football

September 1, 2026

Haaland Shaves Off His Famous Long Hair

August 31, 2026

Kiwi Cole Davies Wins US Motocross Double

August 31, 2026

Did You Know?

If you could rename one place in New Zealand based on what it looks like, what would you call it?

Aotearoa even has an official board just for place names, and in 2024 it celebrated 100 years of official place naming. That means people have been carefully recording, checking, and protecting place names for a whole century.

Find out more: How Aotearoa got its Place Names

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!

Find out more: New rules for Football World Cup

How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?

Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!

Find out more: Superfan watches 56 NFL Games

What is the Government's plan for local streaming apps in New Zealand?

The Government wants local streaming apps to be easy to find on smart TVs in New Zealand.

Find out more: NZ Apps may get Prime TV spot

Which part of Wellington helped keep the heavy rain falling over the same places?

Wellington got more than 70mm of rain in just one hour during the storm.

Find out more: Wellington hit by flooding

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!

Find out more: Haaland Gives Book to Town

Find out more: World Record set for tiny writing

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 1st May 2026

How tall is the Starship rocket that SpaceX launched?

The Starship rocket is an impressive 124 meters tall!

Find out more: Starship test sends new satellites into space

What did the US Supreme Court say about President Trump's tariffs?

The Supreme Court ruled that Trump’s tariffs were not allowed under the emergency law he used.

Find out more: Court blocks Trump’s tariffs

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How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?

Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!

Find out more: Cookie Bear comes back

What are the Van Allen belts and why are they important?

The Van Allen belts are huge rings of radiation that protect Earth from harmful solar wind and cosmic radiation.

Find out more: Nasa Probe falls to Earth

What did Milo believe about things that can be built?

Milo believed that if something could be built, it could fly!

Find out more: The Kid who built a treehouse that could fly

What amazing thing did scientists do with butterflies in space?

Scientists hatched a butterfly in space for the first time ever!

Find out more: Butterflies hatch in Space

What amazing time did Sabastian Sawe run the marathon in?

Sabastian Sawe ran the marathon in just 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 30 seconds!

Find out more: Sawe and Assefa make Marathon History

What major dairy brands are changing ownership?

Fonterra is selling its brands, including Mainland and Anchor, to Lactalis.

Find out more: Fonterra sells Major Dairy brands

What was the score of the All Whites vs. England match?

The All Whites lost to England 1-0 in their warm-up match.

Find out more: All Whites edged out by England

What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?

Pakuranga Bakery sold more than 100 lo'i hossi pies in one day.

Find out more: Horse Pies return to Bakery

Find out more: Dyson Launches Camera-Powered Toothbrush

Did you know the Wellington Phoenix scored three goals in their last match?

Yes! They scored three goals to win 3-1 against Sydney FC.

Find out more: Phoenix Close to Finals

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fares The price you pay for a ticket. The bus fares went up this month.

economist A person who studies money and how it works. The economist explained why prices are changing.

temporary Something that lasts for a short time. They put up a temporary sign for the event.

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