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Kiwi Kids Quiz – 31th July 2026

Yoga Teacher Sets New Underwater Push-up Record

A yoga teacher living in Vietnam broke a Guinness World Record after performing 86 push-ups underwater on a single breath....

Powerful earthquake hits Japan

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck south-west Japan on Tuesday, injuring several people and triggering a brief tsunami advisory that was...

Government Says No to Fireworks Ban

New Zealand’s Government has decided not to ban the public sale and private use of fireworks, despite a group of...

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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

What types of seabirds were rescued by Wellington Zoo after the storm?

Wellington Zoo rescued albatrosses, petrels, and penguins after a storm!

Find out more: Wellington Zoo holds fundraiser

How many Olympic medals has Zoi Sadowski-Synnott won?

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has won five Olympic medals, the most for any snowboarder!

Find out more: Zoi wins Olympic Silver

What position did Liam Lawson finish in the Chinese Grand Prix?

Liam Lawson finished in seventh place at the Chinese Grand Prix!

Find out more: Lawson scores in Chinese Grand prix

What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?

Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!

Find out more: Digger pizza-slicing competition

What happened during the SailGP race in Auckland?

Two SailGP boats, Black Foils and France, collided at high speed!

Find out more: Black Foils collides with France

What unusual ingredient did ancient Romans use for medicine?

Ancient Romans may have used human poo to treat infections!

Find out more: Ancient Romans used Poo as Medicine

What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK during the hottest June day?

The highest temperature was 36.9°C in Wattisham, Suffolk!

Find out more: UK Records hottest June Day

What is hantavirus and how is it usually spread?

Hantavirus is usually spread by breathing in dust from infected rodent droppings.

Find out more: Hantavirus Cruise Ship heads to Spain

Did you know that the oceans are absorbing most of the extra heat from global warming?

Over 90% of the extra heat from global warming is being absorbed by the oceans!

Find out more: Climate in a ‘state of emergency’

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What famous song did Shakira perform for the 2010 World Cup?

Shakira performed the hit song 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' for the 2010 World Cup.

Find out more: Shakira returns with a World Cup Anthem

What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?

A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!

Find out more: Ancient Wasp named after Piastri

What unique method does the ballista spider use to catch ants?

The ballista spider uses a spring-loaded trap to launch ants into the air!

Find out more: Spider sets Spring-Loaded Trap

What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?

The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!

Find out more: Fight to save Oldest Apple Tree

Find out more: Swimmers win two bronze medals

What special day will the Warriors play at Eden Park?

The Warriors will play at Eden Park on Anzac Day, April 25, 2027!

Find out more: Warriors set for huge Eden Park homecoming

How many sweaters did Skyler wear to break the record?

Skyler wore 50 sweaters at once to set a new world record!

Find out more: Boy wears 50 Sweaters at once

How many times has Finland been named the happiest country?

Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for a record nine times!

Find out more: Finland Tops Happiness List

What special event happened for Daniel Hillier just before his big win?

Daniel Hillier got married earlier in the week before winning the New Zealand Open!

Find out more: Hillier wins New Zealand Open

Which team beat the Suns 119–84 in one of the opening games?

The Magic won their opening game against the Pistons by 11 points.

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collectible An item that people like to collect. Stamps are popular collectible items.

anniversary A special date that celebrates an event. We celebrate our anniversary every year.

inspired To be motivated or influenced by something. The book inspired her to write a story.

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