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The 1968 East Los Angeles Walkouts

It was just past noon on Tuesday, March 5, 1968 in East Los Angeles. Suddenly, thousands of students in four different high schools got up and left their classrooms at the same time. They began … Read more

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The Amazing Salmon Run!

The salmon run in Alaska is a huge migration that happens every summer. Thousands of salmon swim from the ocean up streams and rivers to spawn, or reproduce. One of the best places to experience … Read more

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The Art of Glassblowing

Glass blowing is an art form that was invented thousands of years ago. The ancient Syrians were some of the first people to practice glassblowing as we know it today. They discovered that melted glass … Read more

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What Is Inflation?

Have you been to a store recently? Have you noticed the prices for just about everything are getting higher? This is called inflation. Currently, the United States is experiencing its worst inflation in 40 years. … Read more

Umbrellas can keep the sun away as well as the rain.
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Global Heat Waves

In China, over 70 cities were placed under heat alerts this summer. In Europe, many countries faced 100 °F for the first time. Cities all over the United States have had record high temperatures. Heat … Read more

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Happy Summer

Thank you for visiting IMPACT News today. The news never stops, but sometimes it’s good to take a break. We will be back soon with more stories for you to explore. Feel free to investigate … Read more

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Flamingos Are So Unique!

At the zoo, flamingos steal the show! People love to watch these unusual pink birds standing on one leg. Surprisingly, flamingos are not pink when they are born. Young flamingos turn pink because of the … Read more