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New Zealand scored 140 runs in their thrilling match against Ireland!
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Tawhid Hridoy scored an amazing 51 runs to lead Bangladesh to victory!
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What type of bird was found sick with bird flu in Australia?
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What special feature helps the coffee frog be recognized?
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The coffee frog has a see-through throat that inflates when it calls!
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