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Bird Flu confirmed in New Zealand for first time

New Zealand recorded its first ever case of H5 bird flu after an infected seabird was found on Wellington’s Petone...

Taco Bell Lettuce sparks illness outbreak in US

Health officials in the United States recalled shredded lettuce from some Taco Bell restaurants after it was linked to an...

All Blacks win first three Nations Championship Tests

The All Blacks began the new Rugby Nations Championship season with three straight wins, beating France, Italy and Ireland in...

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot

Pop star Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce married in a star-studded ceremony held at Madison Square Garden...

Bird Flu confirmed in New Zealand for first time

July 19, 2026

Air New Zealand launch Plane Spotter’s Guide

July 16, 2026

Indian PM Narendra Modi visits New Zealand

July 13, 2026

WIN WIN – Bluey Glasses bound for Kiwi playgrounds

July 12, 2026

Opinion Piece: More than land on a map

June 25, 2026

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Kiwi Kids Quiz – Term 2 Super Quiz 2026

June 26, 2026

Taco Bell Lettuce sparks illness outbreak in US

July 19, 2026

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot

July 19, 2026

Sun Returns To Antarctic After Six Weeks

July 18, 2026

All Blacks win first three Nations Championship Tests

July 19, 2026

Will Jordan makes All Blacks History

July 13, 2026

Olympic Athletes to receive new grants

July 1, 2026

Did You Know?

How many times do healthy adults fart on average each day?

Healthy adults fart about 32 times a day on average!

Find out more: Fart-Tracking underwear for Science

What is the theme of Samoan Language Week this year?

This year's theme is based on a Samoan proverb about blessings from mountains.

Find out more: Samoan Language Week begins

How many NFL games did Brian Fowler watch in one season?

Brian Fowler watched an amazing 56 NFL games in one season!

Find out more: Superfan watches 56 NFL Games

How far did David Rush catch the tennis ball behind his back?

David Rush caught a tennis ball from an amazing distance of 60.6 meters!

Find out more: Rush catches tennis ball behind back

What exciting event are the Black Foils returning to?

The Black Foils are returning to SailGP racing in Halifax!

Find out more: Black Foils set for SailGP return

What major awards did New Zealand creatives win at the 2026 Oscars?

New Zealand creatives won Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects at the 2026 Oscars!

Find out more: Kiwi’s shine at Oscars

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!

Find out more: Boston’s St. Patrick’s Parade

How many fans cheered for the Warriors during their season opener?

More than 24,000 fans cheered for the Warriors at their home game!

Find out more: Warriors win Season Opener

How much money is the Government spending to improve education?

$131 million is being spent to improve reading, writing, and maths in schools!

Find out more: $131M improvement to education announced

What should residents in Christchurch do with their tap water?

Residents in Christchurch need to boil their tap water before using it for drinking and cooking because of bacteria found in the water supply.

Find out more: Christchurch urged to Boil Water

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Missing Giraffe sparks Texas search

June 29, 2026

World’s largest LEGO sausage built

June 25, 2026

Jonathan the Tortoise turns 194

June 23, 2026

Skydiver solves 2 rubik’s cubes in the air

June 17, 2026

Over 1,000 people dress as Marylin Monroe

June 15, 2026

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What big change is happening to the NCEA qualification for students?

The NCEA qualification will be replaced with a brand-new system!

Find out more: Big Changes for Schools in Budget 2026

Why do you think the beach banned umbrellas for some visitors?

The beach banned umbrellas to keep everyone safe during emergencies.

Find out more: Italian beach limits Umbrellas

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How many people played in the world's largest human foosball game?

A total of 254 people played in the world's largest human foosball game!

Find out more: Worlds largest Human Foosball Game

If you could rename one place in New Zealand based on what it looks like, what would you call it?

Aotearoa even has an official board just for place names, and in 2024 it celebrated 100 years of official place naming. That means people have been carefully recording, checking, and protecting place names for a whole century.

Find out more: How Aotearoa got its Place Names

How big is the giant sinkhole in Indonesia?

The sinkhole is about three hectares, which is the size of four football pitches!

Find out more: Giant Sinkhole appears in Indonesia

What is a common Kiwi habit that might surprise visitors?

Many Kiwis love to walk around without shoes, even in shops!

Find out more: Classic Kiwi Culture

Did you know the Wellington Phoenix scored three goals in their last match?

Yes! They scored three goals to win 3-1 against Sydney FC.

Find out more: Phoenix Close to Finals

What unusual talent did contestants show at the seagull screeching championship?

Contestants tried to mimic the loud cry of seagulls!

Find out more: Seagull screeching championships held

What sneaky techniques do subscription services use to keep you paying?

Subscription services often use free trials and auto-renewals to keep charging you without you noticing!

Find out more: Subscriptions: the “quiet spending” trap

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competitive Wanting to win against others. She is very competitive in pool tournaments.

tournament A series of games to find a winner. The pool tournament will last for several days.

support Helping or cheering for someone. Her friends showed support by donating money.

Find the words in the article:Oldest Competitive Pool Player

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