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What historic milestone did the Wellington Phoenix achieve this season?
The Wellington Phoenix reached the playoffs for the first time ever!
What new rule did FIFA announce for World Cup fans?
FIFA has banned fans from bringing refillable water bottles into stadiums for safety reasons.
How many wickets did Gus Atkinson take in the match?
Gus Atkinson took 5 wickets for England in the match!
What are the three official languages being discussed in New Zealand?
New Zealand is debating making English an official language along with te reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language!
What is the name of the new thrill ride at Sky Tower?
The new thrill ride at Sky Tower is called SkyRide!
How many teeth does the world record holder have?
Prathab Muniandy has a total of 42 teeth in his mouth!
What is the length of the newly discovered coral colony?
The coral colony discovered by Sophie and Jan is about 111 meters long, which is similar to a Premier League football pitch!
What special meal do families share to celebrate the Chinese New Year?
Families share a reunion dinner, which is the most important meal of the year!
How many goals did Kelli Brown score in the match?
Kelli Brown scored three goals, making a hat-trick in the game!
What was the score of the All Whites vs. England match?
The All Whites lost to England 1-0 in their warm-up match.

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How many runs did New Zealand score in their match against Ireland?
New Zealand scored 140 runs in their thrilling match against Ireland!
How many people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban?
More than 93,000 people signed petitions asking for a fireworks ban!
What famous song did Shakira perform for the 2010 World Cup?
Shakira performed the hit song 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' for the 2010 World Cup.
How many times a year can dragon fruit be harvested in tropical countries?
The dragon fruit plants grown in the trial were less prickly, which made them easier for workers to handle.
What special meal do families share to celebrate the Chinese New Year?
Families share a reunion dinner, which is the most important meal of the year!
How many trays of kiwifruit were picked this year in New Zealand?
New Zealand picked over 225 million trays of kiwifruit this year!
What fun things can you see at Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade?
At the parade, you can see marching bands, bagpipers, and Irish dancers!
How much did Michelangelo's tiny foot sketch sell for?
The tiny foot sketch sold for an amazing $27.2 million!
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!
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