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I like all the things you teach me that I don’t know yet.

Alejandro

I am so happy to hear that! I love that I get to learn about new things all the time and share them with readers like you! What sorts of things are your favorite to learn about?

Russell Kahn

Russ, I have tried typing a lot of messages and you have not replied to any of them. So, please reply to this one, please.

Jovie

Hi, Jovie. Thanks for writing in the News Room! So many readers write to me every day, so I can't respond to all of them. I do read them all, and I'm glad you wrote to me!

Russell Kahn

What was the opera group that sells tickets for $11? What state do you live in? 🎤👩‍🎤👨‍🎤🧑‍🎤

Leah

The opera group that is now selling $11 tickets is the Opera Philadelphia! You can read more about that in News-O-Matic's article, "An Opera for $11!" Are you a fan of the opera? I live in New York. 🎶

Russell Kahn

Hi, I saw this thing on Google saying that there is a bird flu outbreak. Is it true?

Aaralyn

Hi, Aaralyn! Experts have been fighting bird flu this summer, yes. It has mostly been affecting birds and cows. Scientists are working hard to keep people safe.

Russell Kahn

How far are clouds from Earth? I'm curious.

Anthony

It's so great to be curious! The U.S. National Weather Service says the lowest clouds are usually about 6,500 feet (2,000 m) above the ground. It says the highest clouds are more than 15,000 feet (4,500) above the ground! ☁️

Russell Kahn

Will NASA get the 2 astronauts off the ISS in less than 365 days?

Dorian

NASA plans to bring the 2 astronauts back to Earth in February 2025. That is less than one year. Although the pair didn't plan to stay on the ISS for so long, they are spending their time helping with the important work there!

Russell Kahn

Hello, my name is Nathasha. I’m a student, and I’m a huge fan of your work. I love how you write back to us.

Nathasha

Hello, Nathasha! Thank you for the compliments and for writing to me! I love reading messages from readers like you.

Russell Kahn

Hey, did someone really steal Dorthy’s red shoes? 👠

Dallas

Hey, Dallas. Years ago, someone did steal the shoes used in the Wizard of Oz movie! You can read the shoe's return in the News-O-Matic article "Ruby Heels Go Home!" 👠

Russell Kahn

Can you write an article about the opening of the Paralympics, please?

Ellington

YES, Ellington, we will definitely write about the opening of the Paralympics. Keep your eye out! Are there any other Paralympic events that you're interested in learning about?

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! I got one question for you. Why did you use a dog for your mascot? I would really like to know.

Benjamin

Thanks for your question, Benjamin! The dog's name is Newsie! When News-O-Matic was first getting started, we knew we wanted a mascot to help make the newspaper fun! So, we used a dog! 🐶

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. How do you like your job?

Luca

I love it, Luca! I get to learn new things, write about interesting stories, and talk to readers just like you! 😄

Russell Kahn

Who won the Olympics?

Josiah

There were many different events at this year's Summer Olympics, Josiah! Overall, the United States and China tied for the most gold medals won. However, the United States got the most medals TOTAL across gold, silver, and bronze! 🏅

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! I really enjoy News-O-Matic. I started today and I already like it! From,

Lena

Hi, Lena! I'm so glad you're enjoying News-O-Matic. Welcome! There is so much to learn here! What are your favorite parts so far?

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. What was one of the first measuring systems?

Belinda

That's such an interesting question, Belinda! The earliest measuring systems used parts of the human body! Hands, arms, and fingers measured distance. People also used stones and seeds to measure weight. Did you know that the word "carat" comes from the Greek and Arabic words for the carob seed?

Russell Kahn

Hi, I'm Nova. I wanted to ask, how was you day?

Nova

Hi, Nova! My day was pretty good. It's hot outside near me, though! How was your day? Thanks for showing me kindness and asking me about my day! 😁

Russell Kahn

What number state was Nebraska?

Leah

Hi, Leah! Nebraska is the 37th state in the U.S. It became a state on March 1, 1867.

Russell Kahn

Do you know how they found water on Mars?

Monte

Thanks for your question, Monte! Scientists used information that was collected by a spacecraft. That craft was NASA's InSight Lander, which landed on Mars back in 2018. We have a full article if you want to learn more! You can search for the story "Water on Mars!" here on News-O-Matic! 🚀

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. Can you give me a fact about falcons?

Paula

Sure thing, Paula! Did you know that peregrine falcons can dive through the air at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour (322 kph)? No other animal on Earth can move that fast! 🪶

Russell Kahn

They found water on Mars! Isn't that cool!

Gonza

That is SO COOL, Gonza! Did you read the News-O-Matic article about that news? It's called "Water on Mars!"

Russell Kahn

What's the first state?

Nina

Delaware was the first state. Officials from that colony were the first to sign the U.S. Constitution in 1787, so it became the first state!

Russell Kahn