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What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?
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PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!
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How tall is the Starship rocket that SpaceX launched?
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The Starship rocket is an impressive 124 meters tall!
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What surprising number of bacteria types were found on mouthguards?
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Researchers found about 17 types of potentially harmful bacteria on mouthguards!
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What special achievement did Adam Hall reach at the Paralympics?
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Adam Hall won a silver medal, completing his collection of every color of Paralympic medal!
Find out more: Hall snatches Silver in Paralympics
What happens when a cricket match is washed out?
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When a cricket match is washed out, it means heavy rain stops the game before it can start, and both teams get one point each!
Find out more: Blackcaps game Washed Out
What cool feature could a car have for long trips?
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A new car design includes a toilet that slides out from under a seat!
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What special mission is the HMNZS Canterbury on during its visit to Tokelau?
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The HMNZS Canterbury is on a mission called Operation Calypso, which helps stop illegal fishing in the Pacific.
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What special image appears on the new Lord of the Rings coin?
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The coin reveals the Eye of Sauron when light hits it just right!
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What record did Fehi Fineanganofo set during the Super Rugby season?
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Fehi Fineanganofo scored 17 tries this season, setting a new record!
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What special vehicle did King Charles arrive in for the Commonwealth Games?
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King Charles arrived in a Tardis from Doctor Who to open the Commonwealth Games!
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How far has Jono already swum on his journey?
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What was the biggest comeback in State of Origin history?
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How many people had to leave their homes due to the wildfires?
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What exciting event will take place in New Zealand in 2027?
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How many tries did Louis Bielle-Biarrey score in the match?
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How much did the T. rex skeleton Gus sell for?
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Jonathan the Tortoise is 194 years old and still going strong!
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What famous railway was Nithe Station a part of during WWII?
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What could the proposed law in New Zealand change about welfare decisions?
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  • news Information about what is happening in the world. I read the news to learn about local events.
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