Sunshine State picks new premier; Kids banned from playgrounds in Pakistan; WA’s big cricket fail; and a bat beauty contest.
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Your daily kids news podcast.
Queensland has a new premier after a big election! While voters were busy deciding, Brisbane’s Story Bridge saw an unexpected sight—thousands of people posing with nothing on! Famous photographer Spencer Tunick captured the daring shot, leaving locals with a lot to talk about and probably a need for sunscreen!
In Lahore, Pakistan’s mega-city, kids are being told to skip outdoor play because of thick, unhealthy smog from car exhaust, factories, and crop burning. With over 14 million people living in the city, the air is getting harder to breathe safely.
With Halloween around the corner, bats in Oregon are starring in a “Bat Beauty Contest” to show off their cute side! Conservationists hope this online contest helps people see these flying friends in a new light.
Cricket fans were stunned this weekend as New Zealand defeated India on their home turf—a rare event in 12 years! Meanwhile, Western Australia struggled with a low score, bowled out for only 53 runs, and lost 8 wickets for just one run.
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