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Did You Know?

What makes the Starship rocket special compared to older rockets?
The Starship rocket is designed to be fully reusable, which means it can be launched multiple times without needing to be rebuilt!
What did officials warn about the 120-year-old dam in Hawaii?
Officials warned that the old dam could be in danger of failing due to heavy flooding.
How fast did the New Zealand rowers finish their race?
The New Zealand rowers finished their race in 6 minutes and 26.86 seconds!
What special blocks were installed at Wellington Airport for safety?
Wellington Airport installed special energy-absorbing blocks called EMAS to keep planes safe.
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What colour was the robot Lightning?
The robot Lightning beat the human half-marathon world record by more than six minutes.
What special event is happening for Richie Mo'unga in 2026?
Richie Mo'unga will play his first test match in almost three years against the British and Irish Lions!
Who was the first person to climb Mt Everest?
Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the summit of Mt Everest in 1953!
How long was the world's longest tiramisu made in London?
The world's longest tiramisu was 1,445 feet long!

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What exciting event happened before the rugby match in Cape Town?
Before the match, two passenger jets flew low over the stadium, which is a South African tradition!
What major event happened to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon recently?
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon survived a leadership challenge from MP Chris Penk!
What animal is missing from a Texas ranch?
A giraffe named Gracie has been missing for nearly two weeks!
What special agreement did New Zealand and Singapore sign?
New Zealand and Singapore signed a fuel and food agreement to keep supplies flowing, even during crises.
How long did Hayden Wilde take to complete the race?
Hayden Wilde completed the race in 3 hours, 50 minutes, and 51 seconds!
What special feature does the Dunedin Kmart have for quiet shopping?
Dunedin Kmart has quiet shopping hours every Wednesday to help autistic people and others who find busy stores overwhelming.
What is special about Auckland's new ferry, Waitematā 1?
Waitematā 1 is Auckland's first hybrid-electric ferry, using less energy and producing fewer emissions than older ferries!
What was special about Bangladesh's cricket victory over Australia?
Bangladesh won their first-ever test match in Australia, which is a huge achievement!
What percentage of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land?
About 33% of New Zealand is covered by Public Conservation land, which is important for protecting nature and culture.

Vocabulary

  • agroecology A way of farming that uses natural systems and local knowledge. Agroecology helps farmers grow crops without harmful chemicals.
  • pesticides Chemicals used to kill pests that harm plants. Farmers sometimes use pesticides to protect their crops from insects.
  • pollinators Animals like bees that help plants make seeds and fruits. Bees are important pollinators that help flowers grow.