In the News – Page 3

Choosing a New Pope

The death of Pope Francis in April started a chain of events that ended with the election of a new pope on May 8, 2025. Cardinal Robert Prevost, from Chicago, Illinois, was selected as the … Read more

Mosquito-Proof Clothing

Mosquito bites aren’t just itchy and annoying. They can cause dangerous diseases. These diseases affect millions of people each year. Experts recommend wearing long clothing to protect yourself from mosquito bites, but some types of … Read more

Remembering the ‘People’s Pope’

Pope Francis died peacefully on April 21, 2025. He was 88 years old and had served as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church for 12 years. Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in … Read more

Is Mount Spurr About to Erupt? Scientists Observe Warning Signs

Volcanologists [scientists who study volcanoes and volcanic activity] have reported an increase in earthquake activity at Mount Spurr since April of 2024. Mount Spurr is an active volcano located near Anchorage, Alaska—the state’s largest city. … Read more

Perspectives: Changing Place Names

Names of places may seem permanent, but they’re not. Did you know that New York City has had several names? The area that we know as Manhattan today was originally inhabited by the Lenape. They … Read more

Spotted Lanternfly: Nature’s Most Wanted

If you see this insect, stop what you are doing and smash it. Why? It is an invasive species called the spotted lanternfly, or SLF, that is threatening important plants in the United States. Invasive … Read more

Migrating Elephants Spread Joy—and a Message

Elephants are on the march—and they may be coming to a city near you! You might be wondering what kind of havoc they will cause as they stampede through streets and parks. But don’t worry. … Read more

How Does Salt Keep Our Roads Safe?

In places where winter weather can become a hazard, salt trucks are a common sight this time of year. These trucks apply salt before, during, and after winter storms that dump snow and ice onto … Read more

Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles Neighborhoods

Wildfires tore through Los Angeles, California, over the past month. The neighborhoods of Altadena and Pacific Palisades were the hardest hit. Many thousands of residents were forced to evacuate their homes. It took firefighters weeks … Read more

Making Memories—It Doesn’t Just Happen in the Brain

If you want to learn something, how do you study to make sure you remember it? Most people review the information repeatedly over a period of time. You might make flash cards to help with … Read more