Did You Know?
What quirky claim to fame does Marlborough have?
Marlborough is known for being a region with no permanent traffic lights!
What special celebration does PokéPark Kanto mark?
PokéPark Kanto celebrates 30 years of Pokémon since it began!
What is the name of the new thrill ride at Sky Tower?
The new thrill ride at Sky Tower is called SkyRide!
What is the world’s largest census counting?
India's census is counting over a billion people to learn about their lives!
What is special about Cape Verde's World Cup achievement?
Cape Verde is the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round!
What special machine helped Coronet Peak open early this season?
A new $2 million snow-making machine helped Coronet Peak open weeks earlier than usual!
What do you think firefighters use to put out big fires?
Firefighters use special trucks and tools to put out big fires, like the one at Wellington Airport!
Did you know Chris Wood is the captain of the All Whites?
Chris Wood will lead New Zealand's All Whites at the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
Did You Know?
What percentage of people trust RNZ according to the 2026 report?
57 percent of people trust RNZ, making it New Zealand's most trusted news brand!
What special phrase inspired the celebration of Star Wars Day?
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4th because it sounds like 'May the Force be with you!'
What surprising comeback did Moana Pasifika make in their final match?
Moana Pasifika came back from 14-0 down to win 21-19!
How long was the world's longest tiramisu made in London?
The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!
What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?
The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.
What major title did Gordon Herbert win as a coach?
Gordon Herbert coached Germany to win the 2023 FIBA World Cup!
What sneaky techniques do subscription services use to keep you paying?
Subscription services often use free trials and auto-renewals to keep charging you without you noticing!
What type of illness was linked to the Taco Bell lettuce?
The illness linked to the lettuce is called cyclosporiasis, caused by a tiny parasite.
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 special tournament did Coach Koponen help the Breakers win?
Coach Petteri Koponen helped the Breakers win their first-ever Ignite Cup!
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