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Did You Know?

What unusual symbol did the Cockroach Janta Party choose?
The Cockroach Janta Party chose a cockroach as its symbol because it represents survival, just like many young Indians feel they need to survive tough times.
How many runs did India win by in the T20 World Cup final?
India won the final by 96 runs, making it a big victory!
What is hypersonic speed?
Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
What makes Yosemite's firefall look like molten lava?
The firefall looks like molten lava when sunlight hits the flowing water at just the right angle.
How many officials will help with India's census?
More than three million officials will help count India's people!
What was the special felt-tip pen used for during the Apollo 11 mission?
The pen was used by Buzz Aldrin to fix a broken switch on their spacecraft, helping them return safely from the Moon!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

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What historic milestone did the Wellington Phoenix achieve this season?
The Wellington Phoenix reached the playoffs for the first time ever!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
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What type of whale stranded on St Heliers Beach?
A rare Shepherd's beaked whale was found stranded on the beach!
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!
What is the most commonly misspelled word in America?
The word 'bougie' tops the list of misspelled words in America!
What ancient insect was named after a famous race car driver?
A newly discovered ancient wasp species was named Gwesped Piastrii after Oscar Piastri!
Who is the new character in the Gruffalo book?
The new character is Granny Gruffalo, who joins the adventure!
What quirky claim to fame does Marlborough have?
Marlborough is known for being a region with no permanent traffic lights!

Vocabulary

  • tourism The business of providing services to travelers. Tourism helps local economies by attracting visitors.
  • invasive Species that are not native and can harm local ecosystems. Invasive plants can take over and harm local wildlife.
  • ecological Related to the relationships between living things and their environment. Ecological sites are important for protecting nature.