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How many teeth does the world record holder have?

Prathab Muniandy has a total of 42 teeth in his mouth!

Find out more: World record: Most teeth

What happened during the Chernobyl disaster in 1986?

The Chernobyl disaster was the world's worst nuclear accident, spreading radioactive material across Europe.

Find out more: Ukraine marks 40th anniversary of Chernobyl Disaster

How many officials will help with India's census?

More than three million officials will help count India's people!

Find out more: World’s biggest census – How India Counts Everyone?

What was the main classroom tool 100 years ago?

The main classroom tool was the blackboard, used by teachers to write lessons.

Find out more: How our schools have changed overtime

What special effects company from New Zealand won a BAFTA award?

Wētā FX won a BAFTA for visual effects for Avatar: Fire and Ash!

Find out more: NZ wins two BAFTAs

What important event is happening in Switzerland this Friday?

The US and Iran are signing a peace deal to end their war!

Find out more: US and Iran agree Peace Deal to end War

How did the Black Sticks win their match against the USA?

The Black Sticks won by scoring all their penalty shootout attempts and making key saves!

Find out more: Black Sticks reach Nations Cup final

What important role did Ayatollah Khamenei have in Iran?

Ayatollah Khamenei was Iran's Supreme Leader for nearly 40 years, making key decisions.

Find out more: What is going on in Iran?

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Why are airfares rising in New Zealand right now?

Airfares are rising because jet fuel prices have gone up due to the war in the Middle East.

Find out more: Airfares rise amid Fuel Costs

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What is the most expensive book ever sold in Norway?

The most expensive book ever sold in Norway is a rare Viking book donated by footballer Erling Haaland, costing about £100,000!

Find out more: Haaland Gives Book to Town

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?

You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!

Find out more: Kiwi Kids Quiz – 19th June 2026

How long can bumblebee queens survive underwater?

Bumblebee queens can survive underwater for up to a week!

Find out more: Bumblebees can survive underwater

Why do you think stolen chips tasted better in the study?

Chips taken from someone else's plate were rated as tastier because of the thrill of stealing them!

Find out more: Is stolen food tasty?

What amazing record did Sam Ruthe recently set?

Sam Ruthe set a new under-20 record in the 3000 metres, holding every under-20 running record from 800m to 5000m!

Find out more: Sam Ruthe rewrites record books

What unusual discovery was made on the beach in South Wales?

More than 400 Victorian shoes washed up on a beach in South Wales!

Find out more: Victorian Shoes was ashore

What special ability do walking sharks have?

Walking sharks can use their fins to walk on the sea floor!

Find out more: New ‘Walking Shark’ found in Pacific

How many runs did England need to win the match?

England needed 160 runs to win the match against New Zealand.

Find out more: England beat Black Caps

What happens to recycling bins if people keep putting the wrong things in them?

In Auckland and Christchurch, recycling bins can be taken away after three strikes for contamination!

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How many goals did Elijah Just score in the match?

Elijah Just scored two goals for New Zealand in the match!

Find out more: New Zealand draw with Iran at World Cup

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endangered At risk of disappearing or becoming extinct. The kākāriki karaka is an endangered bird.

incubate To keep eggs warm so they can hatch. The older bird helped incubate the eggs.

predator An animal that hunts and eats other animals. Predators can threaten the survival of many birds.

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