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How do rice seeds know when to sprout?

Rice seeds can hear the sound of rain and grow faster when they do! They sprout about 24% quicker when they hear raindrops.

Find out more: Seeds May Hear Rain Sounds

How many runs did India win by in the T20 World Cup final?

India won the final by 96 runs, making it a big victory!

Find out more: India beat NZ to win T20 World Cup

What impressive achievement did Aiden Markram reach during the match?

Aiden Markram scored a quick fifty in just 19 balls, the fastest for South Africa in the tournament!

Find out more: South Africa beat Black Caps

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 toy helped the baby monkey Punch feel safe?

Punch the monkey was given a soft orangutan toy named Djungelskog to comfort him after being abandoned.

Find out more: Monkey named ‘Punch’ goes viral

What special time of year did the rescue flight take place in Antarctica?

The rescue flight happened just before months of winter darkness in Antarctica!

Find out more: Antarctica Rescue Flight Beats Darkness

What was the score of the Auckland FC game against Sydney FC?

Auckland FC won the game 1-0 with a goal from Sam Cosgrove!

Find out more: Auckland FC back on top with win

Who scored the try that gave the Black Ferns the lead?

The match was delayed for three hours because of lightning.

Find out more: Black Ferns fight back in Kansas

What tasty treat was spotted with King Charles III?

King Charles III was seen with RJ's black licorice in his car!

Find out more: King spotted with Kiwi Snack

What unique feature did the 2026 Winter Olympics have at its opening ceremony?

The opening ceremony featured two Olympic cauldrons, one in Milan and another in Cortina!

Find out more: Winter Olympics Officially Open in Italy

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Loyalty programme a rewards system that gives customers points or benefits for using the same company often The airline’s loyalty programme gives travellers points when they fly.

rebrand to give a product or company a new name or image Air New Zealand decided to rebrand Airpoints as Koru.

frequent happening often or done many times Frequent travellers may earn more rewards than other passengers.

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