In the News – Page 13

Mission to Space

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see the Moon and planets from space? Astronauts can do just that, and soon we may be able to as well! Scientists have designed the … Read more

What Will Political Conventions Look Like in 2020?

In the United States, candidates follow a process to become President. A presidential candidate must be a natural-born citizen, a resident of the United States for at least 14 years, and at least 35 years … Read more

3D Printing Fills a Need for PPE

When you print something, it is most likely an assignment printed on paper. But did you know you can also “print” shoes, jewelry, and even parts of a house using a 3D printer? This type … Read more

When Is the Right Time to Reopen?

Governments around the world have an important decision to make. Should they reopen their countries or states during the coronavirus pandemic? Stay-at-home orders keep people from spreading coronavirus. The shutdowns have had a high cost, … Read more

Space Junk

Humans have been putting objects like spaceships and satellites into space since 1957. Each time an object is put into space, small pieces fall off. Sometimes these pieces are released into space on purpose. Other … Read more

Irish Help Native Americans Battle COVID-19

“Ireland remembers.” That is what one message said that came with a donation [money given to help somebody] to the Navajo and Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund. This is an online fundraising site that has … Read more

Why Do We Remember D-Day?

On June 6, we remember D-Day, or the Invasion of Normandy, France during World War II. Why was this such an important battle in World War II? German forces had invaded France and were trying … Read more

Travel Restrictions Help Reduce Air Pollution

A Dangerous Gas Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) is a gas that is released into the air when fuel is burned. Emissions from cars, trucks, buses, power plants, and other industrial facilities release nitrogen dioxide. The environmental impact of nitrogen dioxide includes smog and acid rain. … Read more

Supreme Court Hears Cases Remotely

Have you been meeting with your class online? If so, you are not alone. Even the justices of the Supreme Court of the United States are hearing their cases remotely—over the phone. Usually, the justices … Read more

The Importance of Social Distancing

You have probably heard the words “social distancing” in the news. Social distancing is a way to stop the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus. Scientists believe that the virus spreads through the air when … Read more