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What special mission is the HMNZS Canterbury on during its visit to Tokelau?
The HMNZS Canterbury is on a mission called Operation Calypso, which helps stop illegal fishing in the Pacific.
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 two animals in Antarctica are now considered endangered?
Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals are now endangered due to climate change.
What amazing speed can the Superman robot reach?
The Superman robot can run at a top speed of 45.6 km/h, faster than Usain Bolt!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
Did you know that some penguins might get vaccinated?
In Australia, thousands of little penguins are being vaccinated against bird flu to protect them!
How old was the Major Oak tree when it died?
The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
How many eggs do Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay in a year?
Southern Brown Kiwis usually lay only one egg a year!
What festival caused the thick smog in New Delhi?
The thick smog in New Delhi was caused by fireworks during Diwali, the festival of lights!
What was the score of the Roosters' historic game?
The Roosters won 82-12, making it one of the biggest wins ever!
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What big change is happening to the NCEA qualification for students?
The NCEA qualification will be replaced with a brand-new system!
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!
How did the Black Sticks win their match against the USA?
The Black Sticks won by scoring all their penalty shootout attempts and making key saves!
Did you know how many goals Harry Kane scored last season?
Harry Kane scored an amazing 73 goals in just 65 games last season!
What makes the Enhanced Games different from the Olympics?
In the Enhanced Games, athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs that are usually banned in other sports.
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 Olympic medals has Zoi Sadowski-Synnott won?
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has won five Olympic medals, the most for any snowboarder!
What special recipe helped Levain Artisan Bakery win the best pie award?
Levain Artisan Bakery won with its delicious bacon and egg pie, based on a family recipe over 40 years old!

Vocabulary

  • autistic A person with autism, which affects how they communicate and interact. Some autistic people may prefer quieter places.
  • environment The surrounding conditions or atmosphere where someone is. A calm environment can help people feel relaxed.
  • advocate A person who supports or speaks up for someone or something. Josh Sime is an advocate for autistic people's needs.