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What happens to your money when inflation rises?

When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!

Find out more: What is inflation?

How old is Jonathan the Tortoise, the world's oldest land animal?

Jonathan the Tortoise is 194 years old and still going strong!

Find out more: Jonathan the Tortoise turns 194

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

What is the Dawn Wall known for?

The Dawn Wall is considered one of the hardest climbs on Earth because it has very few places to hold on.

Find out more: El Capitan: The first man to climb the dawn wall

What exciting event did PSG achieve by winning the Champions League again?

PSG became only the second team to win the Champions League back-to-back!

Find out more: PSG Win Champions League Again

What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?

PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!

Find out more: World’s first Pokémon park opens

How many times do healthy adults fart on average each day?

Healthy adults fart about 32 times a day on average!

Find out more: Fart-Tracking underwear for Science

Find out more: Sun Returns To Antarctic After Six Weeks

What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?

The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!

Find out more: Fight to save Oldest Apple Tree

What major title did Gordon Herbert win as a coach?

Gordon Herbert coached Germany to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup!

Find out more: Breakers land World Cup-Winning coach

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How many tries did Louis Bielle-Biarrey score in the match?

Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in the exciting match!

Find out more: France wins Six Nations Rugby title

What exciting milestone did the Wellington Phoenix women achieve recently?

The Wellington Phoenix women reached the A-League Women’s grand final for the first time ever!

Find out more: Phoenix Women Make History With Grand Final Spot

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 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 special event did Emma Foy and Jessie Hodges win a gold medal in?

Emma Foy and Jessie Hodges won gold in tandem cycling at the Commonwealth Games!

Find out more: New Zealand Pair Win Cycling Gold

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 record did Fehi Fineanganofo set during the Super Rugby season?

Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!

Find out more: Hurricanes storm to Super Rugby glory

How old was Neville Sandiford when he became the oldest croquet player?

Neville Sandiford was 101 years and 262 days old when he earned the record!

Find out more: Kiwi named Oldest Croquet Player

What new rule will allow kids to ride bikes on footpaths?

Kids aged 12 and under can ride bikes on footpaths with an older rider starting October 2026!

Find out more: Four Road Rules are changing in NZ

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honours Special awards given for achievements. The students received honours for their hard work.

community A group of people living in the same area. Our community came together to clean the park.

service Helping others or doing work for the benefit of others. Volunteering is a great way to show service to your community.

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