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Did You Know?

What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What fun way can you show support for Positive Vibes Only?
You can wear something pink, like a t-shirt or face paint, to show your support!
What is the height of the world's smallest arcade machine?
The world's smallest arcade machine is just 2.4 cm tall!
How big would the new White House ballroom be?
The proposed ballroom would cover about 8,400 square meters!
What is a fun way to learn about news stories?
You can take quizzes to test your knowledge about news stories!
What is the special name for clouds that look rainbow-colored?
The special name for these colorful clouds is cloud iridescence!
What was Elon Musk's prediction for Cybertruck sales each year?
Elon Musk predicted that Tesla would sell 250,000 Cybertrucks every year!
What record did Finn Allen break during the T20 World Cup semi-final?
Finn Allen scored the fastest century ever in a T20 World Cup match, hitting 100 runs in just 33 balls!
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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!
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!
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!
What special feature does the new Tesla Roadster have?
The new Tesla Roadster can briefly fly through the air using tiny rocket engines!
What fun way can you show support for Positive Vibes Only?
You can wear something pink, like a t-shirt or face paint, to show your support!
What major event happened when Ethel was just two years old?
Ethel was only two years old when the Titanic sank in 1912!
What special ability do walking sharks have?
Walking sharks can use their fins to walk on the sea floor!
What happens to your money when inflation rises?
When inflation rises, your money can buy less than before, like needing more points in a game to buy the same snack!
What did New Zealand Rugby do for Moana Pasifika players?
New Zealand Rugby is paying the wages of Moana Pasifika players after the team faced financial troubles.

Vocabulary

  • enthusiast A person who is very interested in something. She is an enthusiast for video games.
  • miniature Something that is very small or a smaller version of something. He collects miniature toy cars.
  • emulated To imitate or copy something, often in a different form. The game emulated the classic arcade style.