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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...

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What special feature does the One New Zealand Stadium have?

The stadium has a roof, keeping everyone warm and dry during rain!

Find out more: Te Kaha One New Zealand Stadium opens

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 six planets lined up in the night sky recently?

The six planets that lined up are Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune!

Find out more: Six Planets aligned

What special eggs were flown from Nelson to Christchurch?

The rare kākāriki karaka eggs were flown to help save the species!

Find out more: Rare Karaka Eggs flown South

How did Tim Payne become an internet superstar?

Tim Payne became an internet superstar when an influencer highlighted him as the 'least-known' player, leading to a huge jump in his Instagram followers!

Find out more: All White Tim Payne becomes online star

What special technology will be used in Australia's new traffic lights?

Australia's new traffic lights will use artificial intelligence to manage traffic!

Find out more: AI Traffic Lights face first test

What historic event happened between the Māori Queen and Prince William?

The Māori Queen met Prince William at Windsor Castle, making history!

Find out more: Māori Queen meets Prince William

What record did the Blackcaps break during the T20 World Cup?

The Blackcaps set a record for the highest opening partnership in T20 World Cup history with 175 runs!

Find out more: Blackcaps smash Record

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!

Find out more: Boston’s St. Patrick’s Parade

Did you know that Raglan is hosting a big surfing event?

Raglan is hosting the first-ever combined men’s and women’s surfing event in New Zealand!

Find out more: World’s best Surfers hit Raglan

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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 quirky claim to fame does Marlborough have?

Marlborough is known for being a region with no permanent traffic lights!

Find out more: Marlborough could get its first Traffic Lights

How many people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to break the record?

1,037 people dressed as Marilyn Monroe to break the record!

Find out more: Over 1,000 people dress as Marylin Monroe

What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?

Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!

Find out more: Black Caps into T20 final

How long do you now have to use a gift card in New Zealand?

You now have at least three years to use gift cards in New Zealand!

Find out more: Gift Card rules change

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Find out more: Kiwi Painting Sells For $1.65 Million

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What was special about Finn Surman's goal in the match against Egypt?

Finn Surman's goal was the first time New Zealand led at half-time in a World Cup match!

Find out more: Egypt fight back against All Whites

What animal is missing from a Texas ranch?

A giraffe named Gracie has been missing for nearly two weeks!

Find out more: Missing Giraffe sparks Texas search

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ceasefire An agreement to stop fighting for a while. The countries agreed to a ceasefire to help negotiate peace.

negotiated Discussing to reach an agreement. The leaders negotiated a deal to end the conflict.

disruption A disturbance that interrupts something. The conflict caused disruption to oil supplies worldwide.

Find the words in the article:US and Iran Close to ending their war

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