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Squishy warning and Yung Milla

October 1, 2026 · 9 min

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Today we celebrate The Voice winner Yung Milla, we find out how squishy toys can be dangerous, and we applaud a girl who rescued her friend from drowning.

Quiz Questions

  1. 1.What is Yung Milla’s mum’s name?
  2. 2.Finish this sentence: You should never put a squishy somewhere hot like in the sun, the oven, or the...
  3. 3.How old is Aylah the rescue hero?

Answers

  1. 1.Kylie Miller
  2. 2.Microwave
  3. 3.Eight

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