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What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?
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The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!
Find out more: Tiny Arcade Machine breaks Record
Did you know that the oceans are absorbing most of the extra heat from global warming?
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Over 90% of the extra heat from global warming is being absorbed by the oceans!
Find out more: Climate in a ‘state of emergency’
What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?
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LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!
Find out more: LEGO’s Smart Bricks arrive
What special feature was designed for athletes at the Winter Paralympics?
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A special front row for wheelchair users was created so everyone could enjoy the event together!
Find out more: Winter Paralympics open in Verona
What special time of year did the rescue flight take place in Antarctica?
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The rescue flight happened just before months of winter darkness in Antarctica!
Find out more: Antarctica Rescue Flight Beats Darkness
What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?
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Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!
Find out more: Black Caps into T20 final
What important role did Ayatollah Khamenei have in Iran?
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Ayatollah Khamenei was Iran's Supreme Leader for nearly 40 years, making key decisions.
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How many new astronauts did NASA announce?
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NASA announced 10 new astronauts who may travel to the Moon or Mars!
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The PRIMA eye implant can help some blind people regain parts of their vision!
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How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?
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The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!
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  • evacuated To leave a place for safety. People were evacuated from their homes during the storm.
  • warnings Messages that tell people to be careful. The weather warnings helped people prepare for the storm.
  • flooding When water covers land that is usually dry. Flooding can happen after heavy rain.
    • Find the words in the article:Dangerous weather for East Coast

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