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Three African Wild Dogs Travel Over 2,500 Miles
In 2025, three African wild dogs set out on a nine-month trip to find mates and a new home. It became the longest journey ever recorded by a mammal in Africa. Their amazing trip highlights the incredible efforts of these dogs, and the challenges they face. Source
Timekeepers Say Goodbye to the Leap Second
In 2027, the world's timekeepers will make a big change to help keep clocks and computer systems running smoothly. The International Bureau of Weights and Measures has decided to stop adding the "leap seconds" that keep our time in sync with the Earth's spinning. Source
Protests in France and Albania Turn Violent
Today, NewsForKids.net looks at unrest in France and Albania. In France, the government is using curfews to stop violent riots. In Albania, protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama have also turned violent. Source
Tiny, Endangered Raccoons Learn to Make Toys
A group of small endangered raccoons only found on an island in Mexico have shocked scientists by creating their own toy balls. The clever creatures even seem to have learned from each other how to make the toys. Source
Protests in India Over Voter List Changes
Protesters have been coming onto the streets of India's capital, New Delhi for over a week. They are upset because they believe the government is trying to take the right to vote away from millions of people. So far, the protests don't show any sign of stopping. Source
Trump’s Russian Fuel Deal Shocks Ukraine, Allies
The relationships between the United States, Russia, and Ukraine changed hugely over the weekend. The changes were triggered by the actions of US President Donald Trump, who seems to have reversed the US position on Russia's war against Ukraine. Mr. Trump's support of Russia is causing a great strain with US allies in Europe. Source
British Girl, 11, Is World’s Youngest Woman Grandmaster
In late September at a huge international chess tournament in Uzbekistan, 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan of England made history. Her strong performance in the contest led to her becoming the youngest person ever to earn the chess title of "woman grandmaster". Source
Student Protests in France & Morocco’s First Female PM
Today, NewsForKids.net looks at a growing protest movement and a historic leadership change. In France, students and workers have taken to the streets to demand more support for schools. And in Morocco, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri has been named the country's first female prime minister. Source
Upcoming Elections in Brazil and Spain
Today, NewsForKids.net looks at important elections coming up in Brazil and Spain. In Brazil, a special run-off election will decide between two very different candidates for president. And Spain's prime minister is moving up the next election in response to public anger over the rising costs of housing. Source
Injured Pelican Knocks, NOAA Scientists Answer
Scientists at NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) were hard at work on September 8 when they heard tapping on the building's glass door. When they went to open the door, they were surprised by what they found: an injured pelican looking for help. Source