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Did You Know?

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
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 percentage of people trust RNZ according to the 2026 report?
57 percent of people trust RNZ, making it New Zealand's most trusted news brand!
What major dairy brands are changing ownership?
Fonterra is selling its brands, including Mainland and Anchor, to Lactalis.
What was the main classroom tool 100 years ago?
The main classroom tool was the blackboard, used by teachers to write lessons.
Did you know Liam Lawson is stepping in for another driver?
Liam Lawson is racing for Red Bull because Isack Hadjar got hurt!
What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?
The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!
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How tall is the Starship rocket that SpaceX launched?
The Starship rocket is an impressive 124 meters tall!
What makes the Enhanced Games different from the Olympics?
In the Enhanced Games, athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs that are usually banned in other sports.
What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?
PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!
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!
How many tries did George Bell score in the final?
George Bell scored two tries in just five minutes during the final!
What special challenge did Eliza McCartney face before winning gold?
Eliza McCartney had to overcome years of injuries before her big win!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Vocabulary

  • anthem A song that represents a group or event. The national anthem is sung at sports games.
  • teaser A short preview or sneak peek of something. The movie trailer was a teaser for the film.
  • competing Trying to win against others in a contest. The teams are competing for the championship title.