14 juin 2014

Follow the world cup with newsround

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 14 juin 2014, 11:07

To celebrate the biggest competition in football, Newsround is bringing you a footy fact for every day of the World Cup. Here are the first ones. Go to their page to read more and impress your friends.

3. Which country has won the World Cup the most?

Brazil is the most successful national football team in the history of the World Cup, with five championship wins under their belt. Brazil has also qualified for every World Cup match without the need for playoffs.

2. When did the World Cup first start?

The first ever World Cup match was played in Uruguay in 1930. Thirteen teams from around the world competed, and the host nation Uruguay became the first ever nation to win the world cup with a 4-2 triumph over Argentina.

1. Why do Brazil play in a yellow kit?

The Brazilian team originally played in a white kit, until they lost the World Cup at home in 1950. The kit was then seen as "cursed" and a campaign was launched to design a new one.

An 18-year-old named Aldyr Garcia Schlee came up with the winning design of yellow and green shirts with blue shorts.

The kit was nicknamed the "Canarinha" which means canary.

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09 juin 2014

Rafael Nadal wins the French Open for the ninth time

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 09 juin 2014, 19:01

Rafael Nadal has won his ninth French Open title after beating Serbia's Novak Djokovic.

The world number one won in four sets 3-6 7-5 6-2 6-4 in a final that lasted more than three hours in hot conditions.

He's the first man ever to win a major title nine times, taking his Grand Slam total to 14.

The victory also means he will stay as world number one ahead of Djokovic, who's ranked number two.

At the start of the match it was Djokovic who started off stronger, taking the first set but he couldn't find a way to beat Nadal.

"It was an emotional day. I have tried with all my power, my strength, my capacities but Rafa was the strongest on court," Djokovic said.

"In matches like this every moment is crucial. Playing against Novak is always a big challenge, I had lost against him the last four times," Nadal said on court.

"I feel sorry for him today, he deserves to win this tournament."

Did you watch the match? Did you support him? Do you like watching sports or play tennis?

Hail the size of tennis balls causes chaos in Nebraska, USA

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 09 juin 2014, 18:36

Did you get any?

If you did :

How big was it? What did it look like? Did it damage anything?

If you didn't :

What was the weather like where you were last weekend? Did you enjoy it?

05 juin 2014

D-Day events for an international commemoration

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 05 juin 2014, 23:14

Special events to mark the 70th anniversary of D-Day, one of the major turning points of World War Two, are taking place ahead of Friday's commemoration attended by world leaders in France.

UK veterans of the landing in World War Two, who arrived in France 70 years ago, will be on HMS Bulwark as it sails to Normandy from Portsmouth.

Former troops, cadets and serving members of the armed forces will parade in Portsmouth.

In France, the Prince of Wales is to attend a memorial service to mark the taking of the strategic Pegasus Bridge, captured by British troops minutes after landing.

The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh will mark the D-Day anniversary during a state visit to France which begins later today in Paris. They'll attend an international service of commemoration attended by royals, presidents and prime ministers.

To know more about D-Day go there.

02 juin 2014

For the frogs lovers

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 02 juin 2014, 18:41

Rare frog reclassified as 'living fossil'

A species of frog which until recently was thought to be extinct has been reclassified as a 'living fossil'.

The painted hula frog hadn't been seen for nearly 60 years until 2011 when one was found lurking in a swamp in Israel.

Scientists found that the creature belongs to a group of animals which died out 15,000 years ago.

Even before it was declared extinct in 1996, the hula painted frog was very difficult to find.

Despite its distinctive black-and-white-spotted belly, only three adults had ever been seen.

But two years ago, the frog was spotted by a park ranger, and since then another 13 have been found.

A frog which can hear with its mouth

Scientists think they've discovered a tiny species of frog that's able to hear with its mouth!

Gardiner's frogs are able to 'talk' to each other even though they don't have a middle ear or eardrum to hear sound.

Researchers found they have special mouths that resonate with the high-pitched sounds made by other frogs, transmitting them to their brains.

Scientists hope that they can study the way these unique frogs hear, to help in the treatment of deaf people.

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15 mai 2014

For the tigers' lovers

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 15 mai 2014, 22:07

Pictures: Tigers walk over zoo visitors' heads

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01 avril 2014

Congratulations to the 1st form L from the Lycée Cassin

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 01 avril 2014, 18:16

Several teachers and I had a great pleasure to admire their work and performance in the play :

« New-York VS Zapotito » by Véronica Musalem

Many of them were our former pupils. They've come a long way since their first steps with us. We were really impressed by the quality of their show.

We'll sure try to go and see the again.

If you haven't they last act this evening at 8. Don't miss it if you're free.

06 janvier 2014

A dangerous seaside!

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 06 janvier 2014, 14:53

Part of a cliff near Hastings in Sussex has collapsed into the sea because of the force of the storm that has hit the UK.

Members of the public watched as it broke away on Friday afternoon.

More stormy weather and snow is expected in parts of the UK over the weekend.

Members of the public have been urged to stay away from coastlines, coastal paths and promenades.

08 décembre 2013

Remember

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 08 décembre 2013, 22:25

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24 novembre 2013

Advice and tips for kids on how to deal with stress

Par Nelly Sallibartan (Collège Germaine Tillion (91)) le 24 novembre 2013, 19:05

Hundreds of kids say they're losing out on sleep because they're worrying about things like exams, bullying or family problems, according to a survey.

More than half said they felt stressed at least once a week. Many said they struggle to get to sleep, miss meals or stop seeing friends because of how they feel.

Children were most likely to worry about tests and exams (57%), followed by family problems - like their parents splitting up - (31%) and being bullied at school or a club (30%).

Tips to help you if you feel stressed

Do some type of exercise such as walking, playing sport or dancing.

Do something relaxing - like having a warm bath or watching your favourite film.

Take a break from school work to do something you enjoy like listening to music or reading a good book.

Breathing exercises - take long slow depth breaths in through your nose and out from your mouth. Lying down with your eyes shut can make these exercises more relaxing.

For more information go to this CBBC article

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