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What are the three official languages being discussed in New Zealand?
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New Zealand is debating making English an official language along with te reo Māori and New Zealand Sign Language!
Find out more: English official language bill debated
What exciting event is happening for young flag football players in New Zealand?
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The NFL is funding youth flag football events, including national championships!
Find out more: NFL Backs NZ Flag Football
What special anniversary does this year mark for Anzac Day?
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This year marks 110 years since New Zealand troops arrived on the Western Front in WWI!
Find out more: NZDF marks Anzac Day around New Zealand
Did you know who the new coach of England's Test cricket team is?
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Stephen Fleming, a former New Zealand captain, is the new coach!
Find out more: Fleming takes England Cricket Role
What is special about the color of the new octopus species?
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The new octopus species has a bright blue color, which is very rare in nature!
Find out more: New Species of Tiny Blue Octopus discovered
What kind of weather is expected on New Zealand's east coast?
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Heavy rain, strong winds, and rough seas are expected!
Find out more: Dangerous weather for East Coast
What is special about the Bramley apple tree in England?
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The Bramley apple tree is over 200 years old and is the ancestor of all Bramley apple trees worldwide!
Find out more: Fight to save Oldest Apple Tree
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LeBron James chose to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his last NBA season!
Find out more: LeBron James chooses Philadelphia for Final NBA chapter
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day had the second-biggest opening weekend ever, earning about NZ$1.6 billion!
Find out more: New Spider-Man film smashes Box Office records
What cool new food could be made with a 3D printer?
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