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On September 28, Hurricane Ian struck Florida, causing catastrophic damage [massive physical damage] to many Florida communities. The storm had already passed through Cuba, leaving a path of destruction there. It gained strength as it crossed … Read more
On September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully. She was monarch of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. The United Kingdom includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, while the Commonwealth is made up … Read more
As school starts around the country, it’s important to keep everyone safe. That’s why there are many rules in schools about safety. Rules about running in halls or rough play prevent students from getting hurt. … Read more
On Wednesday night, July 27th, it began to rain in eastern Kentucky. The rain didn’t stop. Throughout the next day, the region experienced more than a foot of rain. The rain caused the Kentucky River … Read more
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
This summer, when you visit a library, chances are you will see signs for their summer reading programs. You can sign up to keep track of your reading and earn rewards depending on how much … Read more
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
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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Each June, around the world people dress in bright colors, hold parades, carry rainbow flags, and celebrate. You may have heard this referred to as Pride Month. But what is Pride Month, and why are … Read more
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