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China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile into the South Pacific on Monday, giving New Zealand only a few hours’ notice...

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Which part of Wellington helped keep the heavy rain falling over the same places?

Wellington got more than 70mm of rain in just one hour during the storm.

Find out more: Wellington hit by flooding

How many books are ready to borrow at the new Wellington Library?

The new Wellington Library has around 250,000 books ready for borrowing!

Find out more: Wellington Library reopens

What big decision did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announce?

Keir Starmer announced he will step down as Prime Minister!

Find out more: Starmer to step down as British PM

What cool feature could a car have for long trips?

A new car design includes a toilet that slides out from under a seat!

Find out more: Would you use a toilet in a car?

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 24 April 2026

How many times do healthy adults fart on average each day?

Healthy adults fart about 32 times a day on average!

Find out more: Fart-Tracking underwear for Science

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

Which WNBA team drafted Charlisse Leger-Walker?

Charlisse Leger-Walker became the youngest player to play for New Zealand’s senior women’s team when she was just 16 years old.

Find out more: Leger-Walker makes Basketball History

What are the names of the new qualifications replacing NCEA?

The new qualifications are called the New Zealand Certificate of Education (NZCE) and the New Zealand Advanced Certificate of Education (NZACE).

Find out more: NCEA replacement announced

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You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 22nd May 2026

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What unusual behavior is a parakeet displaying in Scotland?

The parakeet has been pecking at cars, causing damage!

Find out more: Parakeet damages cars in Scotland

What did officials warn about the 120-year-old dam in Hawaii?

Officials warned that the old dam could be in danger of failing due to heavy flooding.

Find out more: Hawaii Floods Force Evacuations

What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?

PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!

Find out more: World’s first Pokémon park opens

What record did the Project Hail Mary trailer break?

The trailer for Project Hail Mary set a record for the Highest Altitude IMAX Film Trailer, shown at 101,896 feet above Earth!

Find out more: Hail Mary trailer stunt breaks records

What kind of weather is expected on New Zealand's east coast?

Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!

Find out more: Dangerous weather for East Coast

What did scientists discover beneath Auckland?

Scientists found dozens of new faultlines under Auckland that they will study further.

Find out more: New Faultlines found under Auckland

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Charlisse Leger-Walker became the youngest player to play for New Zealand’s senior women’s team when she was just 16 years old.

Find out more: Leger-Walker makes Basketball History

How tall were the waves that hit Wellington's coast?

The waves reached an incredible height of 11 meters!

Find out more: Huge waves hit Wellington Coast

Which New Zealand restaurant was the only Samoan restaurant to win a Michelin star?

Tala is the only Samoan restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star!

Find out more: Fifteen restaurants awarded Michelin stars

What special agreement did New Zealand and Singapore sign?

New Zealand and Singapore signed a fuel and food agreement to keep supplies flowing, even during crises.

Find out more: NZ And Singapore sign fuel deal

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record The best or highest achievement in something. She set a new record for the fastest runner.

timing The ability to do something at the right moment. His timing was perfect when he jumped to catch the ball.

attempt An effort to do something. She made an attempt to solve the puzzle.

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