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How many runs did India win by in the T20 World Cup final?
India won the final by 96 runs, making it a big victory!
How many KitKat bars were stolen in total?
A whopping 413,793 KitKat bars were stolen from a lorry!
What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?
The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!
What is the name of the newly discovered dinosaur in the Sahara?
The new dinosaur is called Spinosaurus mirabilis, and it lived nearly 100 million years ago!
How many points did Sam Mennenga grab in rebounds during the game?
Sam Mennenga grabbed an impressive 14 rebounds during the game!
What special award did Hamish Kerr win at the Halberg Awards?
Hamish Kerr won the Supreme Halberg Award, New Zealand's top sports honor!
What happened when a dog joined the Olympic ski race?
A dog ran onto the ski course and sprinted alongside the athletes, making everyone laugh!
What makes online shopping feel like magic?
You can tap a screen and have items delivered to your door!
What is hypersonic speed?
Hypersonic speed is flying faster than five times the speed of sound!
What unique activity do people do at the Bloco da Lama celebration?
At Bloco da Lama, people cover themselves in mud and have fun!

Vocabulary

  • champion A person who wins a competition. Ben Richards is the champion of the Freeride World Tour.
  • conditions The weather or environment in which something happens. The snowy conditions were perfect for skiing.
  • achievement Something great that someone has done. Winning the world title is a huge achievement for Richards.