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Did You Know?

What was the score of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina?
Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 against Argentina!
What unique dress code did this year's Met Gala have?
This year's dress code was 'Fashion is art,' inspiring guests to wear outfits like pieces of art!
What song did Bulgaria's Dara perform to win Eurovision?
Dara won Eurovision with her catchy pop song called Bangaranga!
What exciting moment helped the Highlanders win the game?
Cam Millar kicked a long-range penalty goal in the last minutes to win!
How many new astronauts did NASA announce?
NASA announced 10 new astronauts who may travel to the Moon or Mars!
How much untreated sewage was spilled into the sea each day?
About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
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!
How many times has Finland been named the happiest country?
Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for a record nine times!
How many goals did Messi score in the match against Austria?
Messi scored two goals in the match against Austria, breaking the World Cup record!

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What happens when someone smiles at you?
When someone smiles at you, it often makes you want to smile back, spreading happiness!
Why are airfares rising in New Zealand right now?
Airfares are rising because jet fuel prices have gone up due to the war in the Middle East.
How long was the world's longest tiramisu made in London?
The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!
Which M&M’S products were also set to get the wheat allergen advice?
The wheat allergen advice for some M&M’S products starts on 20 April 2026.
What exciting event will take place in New Zealand in 2027?
New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin rugby match at Eden Park!
What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?
More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!
What is the oldest whale fossil site ever discovered?
The world's oldest whale fossil site is over five million years old and found deep in the Indian Ocean!
What special effects company from New Zealand won a BAFTA award?
Wētā FX won a BAFTA for visual effects for Avatar: Fire and Ash!
Which New Zealand restaurant was the only Samoan restaurant to win a Michelin star?
Tala is the only Samoan restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin star!

Vocabulary

  • fossils Remains of plants or animals from long ago. Scientists study fossils to learn about ancient creatures.
  • predator An animal that hunts other animals for food. Lions are predators that hunt for their meals.
  • wetland An area where the land is covered with water. Frogs live in wetlands where there is lots of water.