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What is one the rarest birds to see in the world?

Allyanis

One of the world's rarest birds is the kakapo, a large, green parrot from New Zealand. Unlike most parrots, kakapos cannot fly! They sleep during the day and search for food at night. Only a few hundred remain, so conservationists work hard to protect these unusual birds!

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Hi, Russ! I have a question. How does skin grow back? Like when I get a cut, how does the skin just grow over?

Vtziamih

Great question! Our skin has an amazing way of repairing itself! When you get a cut, your blood forms a clot to stop the bleeding. A scab may form to protect the wound. Meanwhile, your body makes new skin cells that grow across the cut. Eventually, the wound heals!

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Hey, Russ. I was wondering if you have more articles about polar bears. They are my favorite animal!

Penelope

Hey, Penelope! Polar bears are super cool animals. You can find articles about them on News-O-Matic by typing "polar bear" into the Search. Have a good time reading! 🐻‍❄️

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How old would Einstein be if he were still alive?

Amwinn

Albert Einstein was born on March 14, 1879. That was 147 years ago. So, if Einstein were still alive in 2026 he would be 147 years old.

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What is your favorite book to read?

Alexa

My favorite book is "Hope for the Flowers." Trina Paulus wrote it! You should check it out. 🦋

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Do water animals drink? If they do, what?

Leshleman

Yes, many animals that live in water drink! Ocean fish drink seawater, but their bodies remove the extra salt. Freshwater fish get most of the water they need through their gills and skin. Whales and dolphins get much of their water from the food they eat! 🐟🐋

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Are you human?

Akir

I am totally human! My name is Russell Kahn. You can learn more about me by searching my name on News-O-Matic!

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Why are they using drones to deliver food?

Jin

One reason companies are using drones to deliver food is because they say it is fast. You can hear more about the reasons businesses are using drones and the opinions for and against the technology in the article "Two Views: Drones for Delivery?"

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Is rain clean water?

Stonepeyt

Rainwater starts out pretty clean! When water evaporates, most dirt and other materials stay behind. But as rain falls through the sky, it can pick up dust, pollution, and germs. That's why rainwater isn't always safe to drink. It should be properly cleaned before drinking! 🌧️

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Your app is awesome.

Penelope

Thank you for the kind words! Our team works hard. I'm glad you enjoy it. 😁

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What's the capital of France?

Verity

The capital of France is Paris. About 2.04 million people live in that city.

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Why are candy prices rising?

Ovi

There are several reasons why candy prices might be rising. Those include rising costs for creating, packaging, and shipping candy. You can learn more about the reasons in the News-O-Matic article "Candy Costs Get Frightful!" 🍫

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Hello, Russ. How do trees help our environment, and what will happen if they are cut down?

Sara

Hello, Sara. Trees help our environment in many ways! They absorb carbon dioxide from the air and release oxygen. Their roots hold soil in place, while their branches provide homes for animals. When too many trees get cut down, animals lose their habitats, and more carbon dioxide stays in the atmosphere. 🌳

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When did Dog Man come out?

Mackenzie

The Dog Man book series by Dav Pilkey came out in 2016. Then an animated Dog Man movie came out on January 31, 2025.

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Do whales burp?

Reyansh

Yes, whales can burp! Just like humans, whales can build up gas in their stomachs while digesting food. They may release some of that gas through their mouths. However, scientists rarely observe whales burping, so there's still a lot to learn about how often these enormous animals do it! 🐋

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I hope you have a good holiday season.

Briarrose

Thank you for the kind wishes! I hope you have a good holiday season as well.

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Who is the tallest man on Earth?

Ali

The tallest man ever was Robert Wadlow. He lived from 1918 to 1940. He grew 8 feet 11.1 inches (2.72 m) tall. Right now, the tallest man is Sultan Kösen from Türkiye. He is 8 feet 2.8 inches (2.51 m) tall.

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Happy Halloween, Russ!

Weston

Happy Halloween, Weston! I hope you enjoy the holiday. 🎃

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Russ, do you like baseball?

Wyatt380

YES! I love baseball, Wyatt. It is my favorite sport! ⚾️

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Hey, Russ. How do I breathe oxygen???

Baygents

Hey! When you breathe in, air enters your nose or mouth and travels down into your lungs. Inside your lungs, tiny air sacs move oxygen from the air into your blood. Your blood carries that oxygen throughout your body, where your cells use it to make energy. Then you breathe out carbon dioxide!

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