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Did You Know?
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 is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What new law is being introduced for rockpools in Auckland?
Starting November 1, it's illegal to take most sea creatures from rockpools in Auckland and the Coromandel!
What did the police do when they found the seal pup?
The police contacted the Department of Conservation for advice and safely returned the seal pup to its natural home.
How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!
What was special about Kiribati's football win?
Kiribati won its first-ever football title in a big tournament!
Why have mince pies become more expensive in New Zealand?
Mince pies cost more because beef prices have risen sharply, making ingredients pricier.
Why were the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Formula 1 races cancelled in April?
The races were cancelled due to safety concerns from conflicts in the Middle East.
What special blocks were installed at Wellington Airport for safety?
Wellington Airport installed special energy-absorbing blocks called EMAS to keep planes safe.
What exciting new details are we hoping to learn in the KPop Demon Hunters sequel?
We might learn more about Zoey and Mira's backstory!
Did You Know?
What special event happened with the Crusaders' horses recently?
The Crusaders' horses returned to the sidelines after being retired!
What animal is missing from a Texas ranch?
A giraffe named Gracie has been missing for nearly two weeks!
What is the value of Finn Allen's new cricket contract?
Finn Allen's new contract is worth NZ$740,000 over three years!
What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!
What surprising thing happened to Hamish Elliott during the race?
Hamish Elliott fell out of his kayak into the river but still won the race!
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!
What was the score of the White Ferns in their first ODI?
The White Ferns scored 210 runs in their first ODI against England.
What major title did Gordon Herbert win as a coach?
Gordon Herbert coached Germany to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup!
What record did Sam Tanner break at the World Road Running Championships?
Sam Tanner broke the New Zealand mile record with a time of 3:56.01!
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