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Did You Know?

What surprising number of bacteria types were found on mouthguards?
Researchers found about 17 types of potentially harmful bacteria on mouthguards!
Did you know Chris Wood became the All Whites' all-time leader in appearances?
Chris Wood played his 89th game for the All Whites, making him the all-time leader!
Did you know that New Zealand has its first rubber road made from recycled tyres?
The rubber road in Glentunnel used about 1,797 recycled tyres!
Did you know how many tries Fehi Fineanganofo scored this season?
Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a record!
What is the world’s largest census counting?
India's census is counting over a billion people to learn about their lives!
How many people played in the world's largest human foosball game?
A total of 254 people played in the world's largest human foosball game!
What colors are seen in the aurora australis?
The aurora australis lights up the sky with beautiful purple and green colors!
What can happen if a dog eats toxic algae?
Eating even a small piece of toxic algae can be very dangerous for dogs and might even kill them!
How many planets have scientists found that could support alien life?
Scientists have discovered 45 planets that might be good for alien life!
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How many different Pokémon can players discover today?
There are now more than 1,000 different Pokémon for players to discover!
What makes the yellow-bellied sea snake special?
The yellow-bellied sea snake is a protected species in New Zealand!
How long has Beverly Hannett-Price been teaching?
Beverly Hannett-Price has been teaching for an amazing 67 years!
Did you know that the oceans are absorbing most of the extra heat from global warming?
Over 90% of the extra heat from global warming is being absorbed by the oceans!
What does the name Eid al-Fitr mean?
Eid al-Fitr means 'festival of the breaking of the fast'.
What could the proposed law in New Zealand change about welfare decisions?
The proposed law could allow automated systems to help make decisions about people's benefits.
How much money is the New Zealand Government spending to restore Tongariro National Park?
The New Zealand Government is spending $3.5 million to restore Tongariro National Park after fires.
What special event happened for Daniel Hillier just before his big win?
Daniel Hillier got married earlier in the week before winning the New Zealand Open!
What is a common Kiwi habit that might surprise visitors?
Many Kiwis love to walk around without shoes, even in shops!
What unexpected creature do the Minions summon for their movie?
The Minions accidentally summon Goomi, a cute green creature instead of a scary monster!

Vocabulary

  • suffrage The right to vote in elections. Women fought for suffrage to have a say in government.
  • aviator A person who flies an aircraft. Jean Batten was a famous aviator who flew solo across the ocean.
  • nuclear Related to atoms and energy from splitting them. New Zealand became nuclear-free to promote peace.