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Did You Know?

What surprising thing happens to clouds on WASP-94A b every evening?
The clouds made of rock dissolve every evening due to the heat!
What is special about the giant soccer ball being built in Boston?
It's going to be the world's largest soccer ball, measuring 13 meters across!
What did the couple find hidden in their ceiling?
The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!
What unique role did Taylor Swift's brother play in her wedding?
Taylor Swift's brother was her 'man of honour' at the wedding!
What were the magnitudes of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela?
The earthquakes that struck Venezuela had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5!
How many trays of kiwifruit were picked this year in New Zealand?
New Zealand picked over 225 million trays of kiwifruit this year!
How far did David Rush catch the tennis ball behind his back?
David Rush caught a tennis ball from an amazing distance of 60.6 meters!
How much did the record-breaking bull sell for?
The record-breaking bull sold for a whopping $168,000!
How tall were the waves that hit Wellington's coast?
The waves reached an incredible height of 11 meters!
What funny thing did Tampa International Airport say about pyjamas?
Tampa International Airport joked about banning pyjamas but later said it was just for fun!

Did You Know?

What major event was happening when the security scare occurred?
The security scare happened during the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
What exciting event took place at the new Te Kaha stadium?
Te Kaha stadium opened with the DHL Super Rugby Pacific Super Round, featuring thrilling matches!
How many jobs could be affected by Heinz Wattie's plan?
Heinz Wattie's plan could affect about 350 jobs across New Zealand!
What city will the All Whites play their first World Cup match in?
The All Whites will play their first World Cup match in Los Angeles against Iran!
What toy helped the baby monkey Punch feel safe?
Punch the monkey was given a soft orangutan toy named Djungelskog to comfort him after being abandoned.
How old is Gertie the Chicken, the oldest living chicken?
Gertie is 15 years and 100 days old, making her the oldest living chicken in the world!
What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?
Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!
What do you think firefighters use to put out big fires?
Firefighters use special trucks and tools to put out big fires, like the one at Wellington Airport!
How many runs did England need to win the match?
England needed 160 runs to win the match against New Zealand.

Vocabulary

  • visual effects Imaginary images created using technology for movies. The movie used visual effects to show a dragon flying.
  • costume design The art of making clothes for characters in films. Costume design helps actors look like their characters.
  • milestone An important event or achievement in a person's life. Winning a trophy was a big milestone for the team.