Did You Know?
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!
How long did David Rush and Alex Gosch keep the balloons in the air?
They kept the balloons in the air for 16 minutes and 25 seconds!
What does the name Eid al-Fitr mean?
Eid al-Fitr means 'festival of the breaking of the fast'.
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
How old is the oldest competitive pool player in the world?
Maggie Kennedy is 98 years old and still plays pool competitively!
Why are people in Auckland buying petrol containers quickly?
People are worried that fuel prices will keep rising, so they want to buy petrol before it gets more expensive.
How much money is the New Zealand Government investing in cycle trail repairs?
The New Zealand Government is investing over $800,000 to repair cycle trails!
How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
Jono has swum more than 545 kilometres on his journey!
How tall were the waves that hit Wellington's coast?
The waves reached an incredible height of 11 meters!
Did You Know?
What record did Fehi Fineanganofo set during the Super Rugby season?
Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!
What is the most commonly misspelled word in America?
The word 'bougie' tops the list of misspelled words in America!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What makes the Starship rocket special compared to older rockets?
The Starship rocket is designed to be fully reusable, which means it can be launched multiple times without needing to be rebuilt!
What special features do LEGO's Smart Bricks have?
LEGO's Smart Bricks can light up, make sounds, and react to movement!
What unexpected creature do the Minions summon for their movie?
The Minions accidentally summon Goomi, a cute green creature instead of a scary monster!
What age group in Spain will be affected by the new social media ban?
The new law in Spain will affect children under 16 years old.
How many runs did Kane Williamson score in his cricket career?
Kane Williamson scored an amazing 19,346 runs in his career!
What is one way to practice happiness?
One fun way to practice happiness is by playing games!
How old was the Major Oak tree when it died?
The Major Oak tree was about 1,200 years old when it died!
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