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How many people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban?
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More than 93,000 people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban!
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What funny thing did Tampa International Airport say about pyjamas?
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Tampa International Airport joked about banning pyjamas but later said it was just for fun!
Find out more: Airport bans pyjamas jokingly
How long was Cookie Bear the face of Griffins biscuits?
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Cookie Bear was the face of Griffins biscuits for over 57 years!
Find out more: Cookie Bear comes back
What time are the daily chimp talks at Wellington Zoo?
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Akida is a little jealous because he is no longer the youngest chimp in the troop.
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How long did David Rush balance a running chainsaw on his chin?
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David Rush balanced a running chainsaw on his chin for over four minutes!
Find out more: Chainsaw Chin Record Broken
How much untreated sewage was spilled into the sea each day?
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About 70 million litres of untreated sewage were spilled into the sea every day!
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What ancient animal's remains were found in the Danube River?
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Experts found the remains of an ancient mammoth along the Danube River!
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How fast did the Lawn Queen mow the grass?
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Hali Rieman mowed a football field-sized area in just 14 minutes and 51 seconds!
Find out more: Could your Groundsman beat the Lawn Queen’s Record?
What amazing score did Ronnie O'Sullivan achieve in snooker history?
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Ronnie O'Sullivan scored a record-breaking 153 in snooker!
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What ingredients are mixed with the horse meat before the pie is baked?
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What important shipping route could reopen if the peace agreement is signed?
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What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?
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What happened to all the phones in Riverton?
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What special day marks the beginning of Lent?
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What was the special felt-tip pen used for during the Apollo 11 mission?
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Dawa Sherpa was missing for six days before being found alive!
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Vocabulary

  • wing walking Standing on the outside of a flying plane. Betty is a wing walker who performs amazing stunts.
  • determination The strong will to do something. Her determination helped her break the record.
  • challenge A difficult task that tests your skills. Betty loves taking on new challenges like wing walking.
    • Find the words in the article:Betty sets Wing Walking record at 97

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