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Yoga Teacher Sets New Underwater Push-up Record

A yoga teacher living in Vietnam broke a Guinness World Record after performing 86 push-ups underwater on a single breath....

Powerful earthquake hits Japan

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck south-west Japan on Tuesday, injuring several people and triggering a brief tsunami advisory that was...

Government Says No to Fireworks Ban

New Zealand’s Government has decided not to ban the public sale and private use of fireworks, despite a group of...

Kiwi Painting Sells For $1.65 Million

A painting by well-known New Zealand artist Bill Hammond sold at auction for $1.35 million, with fees bringing the final...

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Government Says No to Fireworks Ban

July 30, 2026

Kiwi Painting Sells For $1.65 Million

July 29, 2026

Huge Sinkhole closes Auckland Street

July 27, 2026

Trump hits New Zealand with new tariffs

July 26, 2026

Commonwealth Games 2026

Hobbs Sprints to Commonwealth Gold

July 29, 2026

Clareburt wins gold

July 29, 2026

Fairweather secures third medal

July 27, 2026

Swimmers win two bronze medals

July 26, 2026

Kiwi Swimmers Win New Zealand’s First Games Medals

July 25, 2026

Commonwealth Games open with royal surprise

July 25, 2026

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What type of bird was found with bird flu in New Zealand?

A brown skua was the first bird found with H5 bird flu in New Zealand!

Find out more: Bird Flu confirmed in New Zealand for first time

What special technology helped spot a polar bear family in Canada?

The technology called 'bear-dar' uses radar and cameras to spot polar bears!

Find out more: ‘Bear-dar’ spots Polar Bear family

What was the main classroom tool 100 years ago?

The main classroom tool was the blackboard, used by teachers to write lessons.

Find out more: How our schools have changed overtime

In what year did Earth Day become a global event?

More than a billion people now take part in Earth Day events around the world.

Find out more: What is Earth Day?

What exciting event helped Auckland FC stay in the A-League?

Auckland FC won a thrilling penalty shootout against Melbourne City!

Find out more: Auckland FC win penalty thriller

What famous hotel is being restored in New Zealand?

The historic Chateau Tongariro hotel is being restored to welcome visitors again!

Find out more: Government backs Chateau Revival

Which famous footballers are being celebrated in the new Lego sets?

Lego is celebrating Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Cristiano Ronaldo with new sets!

Find out more: Lego expanding into Football

What is special about Cape Verde's World Cup achievement?

Cape Verde is the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round!

Find out more: Cape Verde makes Football History

What exciting performances can we expect at the FIFA 2026 opening ceremonies?

The opening ceremonies will feature famous artists like Katy Perry and J Balvin!

Find out more: FIFA 2026 Opening Ceremonies announced

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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What exciting new details are we hoping to learn in the KPop Demon Hunters sequel?

We might learn more about Zoey and Mira's backstory!

Find out more: KPop Demon Hunters sequel confirmed

Find out more: Asteroid narrowly are going to miss Earth!

What amazing records did Alie Wessam break in basketball?

Alie Wessam broke two Guinness World Records for long-distance basketball shots!

Find out more: Basketball Star breaks Shooting Records

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How many tries did Will Jordan score against Italy?

Will Jordan scored three tries against Italy, making him New Zealand's all-time top try scorer!

Find out more: All Blacks win first three Nations Championship Tests

What was Tom Blundell's amazing score in the match?

Tom Blundell scored a fantastic 186 runs, his best ever!

Find out more: Black Caps dominate Ireland in first Test

How many Tour de France titles has Tadej Pogacar won?

Tadej Pogacar has won five Tour de France titles, matching a record!

Find out more: Pogacar matches Tour de France Record

What record did kicker Jason Myers set during the Super Bowl?

Kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record by making five field goals!

Find out more: Seahawks win Superbowl LX

How old is the oldest competitive pool player in the world?

Maggie Kennedy is 98 years old and still plays pool competitively!

Find out more: Oldest Competitive Pool Player

What unusual talent did contestants show at the seagull screeching championship?

Contestants tried to mimic the loud cry of seagulls!

Find out more: Seagull screeching championships held

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