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Did You Know?

How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?
Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!
How long did David Rush balance a running chainsaw on his chin?
David Rush balanced a running chainsaw on his chin for over four minutes!
What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?
Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!
What special celebration did Norway's football team do after their win?
Norway's football team celebrated with a Viking row after beating Senegal!
What amazing score did Ronnie O'Sullivan achieve in snooker history?
Ronnie O'Sullivan scored a record-breaking 153 in snooker!
What is the theme of Samoan Language Week this year?
This year's theme is based on a Samoan proverb about blessings from mountains.
How many T-shirts did David Rush put on in one minute?
David Rush set a record by putting on 32 T-shirts in just 60 seconds!
How old is Jonathan the Tortoise, the world's oldest land animal?
Jonathan the Tortoise is 194 years old and still going strong!

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What percentage is the new tariff that New Zealand faces?
New Zealand faces a new 12.5% tariff on many exports to the US.
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!
What did the couple find hidden in their ceiling?
The couple found $232,440 in cash hidden in their ceiling!
What are the Van Allen belts and why are they important?
The Van Allen belts are huge rings of radiation that protect Earth from harmful solar wind and cosmic radiation.
What team did LeBron James choose for his final NBA chapter?
LeBron James chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his last NBA season!
What special blocks were installed at Wellington Airport for safety?
Wellington Airport installed special energy-absorbing blocks called EMAS to keep planes safe.
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 medal did Luca Harrington win at the Winter Olympics?
Luca Harrington won a bronze medal in men's slopestyle skiing!

Vocabulary

  • credentials Qualifications or achievements that show someone is suitable for a job. Herbert has impressive credentials as a basketball coach.
  • strategist A person who plans actions to achieve a goal. The coach is a great strategist for winning games.
  • contender A person or team that competes for a title or prize. The Breakers want to be a championship contender this season.