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How many runs did Tawhid Hridoy score to help Bangladesh win?

Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!

Find out more: Bangladesh beat Black Caps in opener

What special anniversary is the UFC fight celebrating?

The UFC fight is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States!

Find out more: UFC Fight at White House sparks debate

What is a common Kiwi habit that might surprise visitors?

Many Kiwis love to walk around without shoes, even in shops!

Find out more: Classic Kiwi Culture

What fun activities did Justin Bieber do in New Zealand?

Justin Bieber enjoyed clay target shooting, fishing, and a helicopter ride during his holiday!

Find out more: Justin Bieber Shares Snaps From NZ Holiday

How many goals did Messi score in the match against Austria?

Messi scored two goals in the match against Austria, breaking the World Cup record!

Find out more: Messi breaks World Cup Record

What age group is the New Zealand Government's new bill aimed at?

The bill aims to stop children under 16 from using social media apps!

Find out more: Govt plans to ban Social Media for Under-16s

What clever invention did the Nobel Prize-winning scientists create?

They invented a way to control brain cells using light, like a remote!

Find out more: Scientists Win Nobel Prize for Brain ‘Light Switches’

How many teams are participating in the AIMS Games rugby sevens?

Fifty-nine teams are playing in the AIMS Games rugby sevens!

Find out more: AIMS Games Rugby Sevens Kicks Off At Blake Park

What special award has Elijah Just been nominated for?

Elijah Just has been nominated for the FIFA Goal of the Tournament award!

Find out more: Elijah Just nominated for FIFA Goal of the Tournament

What exciting city is hosting the NRL season opener this Sunday?

The NRL season opener is happening in Las Vegas!

Find out more: NRL Season opener this Sunday

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What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?

Pakuranga Bakery sold more than 100 lo'i hossi pies in one day.

Find out more: Horse Pies return to Bakery

What unusual winter weather surprised New Zealand this week?

New Zealand experienced snow and sleet, which is rare for some areas!

Find out more: Snow and Sleet surprise New Zealand

How do scientists learn about the Gilbert's potoroo's diet?

Scientists study the potoroo's poo to find out what it eats!

Find out more: Scientists use poo to save rare marsupial

Find out more: No poop in concrete

What was the score of the White Ferns in their first ODI?

The White Ferns scored 210 runs in their first ODI against England.

Find out more: White Ferns fight hard in ODI Series

What color warning was given for heavy rain in Auckland?

Auckland was given an orange heavy rain warning, which means people should be careful and prepared for bad weather!

Find out more: Storm Warnings Across North Island

What special title did Jinny Lu win at the dog competition?

Jinny Lu, a rescue pug, won the title of the World’s Ugliest Dog!

Find out more: Rescue Pug wins ugliest dog contest

What is bird flu and why is it important for hens?

Bird flu is a disease that can make birds very sick, and farmers are keeping hens inside to protect them from it.

Find out more: Free-Range Hens Set for More Lockdowns

How deep can a sinkhole be?

The sinkhole on Hackett Street is more than 1 meter deep in some places!

Find out more: Huge Sinkhole closes Auckland Street

How much money can eligible Olympic athletes receive from the new grant?

Eligible Olympic athletes can receive US$10,000, which is about NZ$17,000!

Find out more: Olympic Athletes to receive new grants

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mammoth A large, extinct animal similar to an elephant. The mammoth had long tusks and thick fur.

drought A long period of very dry weather. The drought caused the river to shrink a lot.

reactor A machine that makes energy from nuclear reactions. The nuclear reactor needs water to keep cool.

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