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How many views did the robot dance get in three days?
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The robot dance reached over 23 billion views in just three days!
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What unusual task did the digger operator do at the competition?
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Steven George used his excavator to slice a pizza!
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What new way could New Zealanders show their driver’s licence?
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New Zealanders might soon show their driver’s licence on their phones instead of using a plastic card!
Find out more: Digital Driver Licences introduced
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Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand captain, is the new coach!
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What was the highest temperature recorded in the UK during the hottest June day?
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Connor Esterhuizen scored 75 runs in just 33 balls, helping South Africa win!
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What were the magnitudes of the earthquakes that hit Venezuela?
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What special role did Clyde the thistle mascot have during the Commonwealth Games?
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  • achievement Something you accomplish that is impressive. Winning five titles is a big achievement for Pogacar.
  • rival A person you compete against. Jonas Vingegaard is Pogacar's main rival in cycling.
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