Hey, Livia. News-O-Matic has several articles about Nebraska. Some of them you could check out are "Look Back on the Kansas–Nebraska Act," "Nebraska Farms: First in the Nation!" and "Nebraska Turns 150!" You can find more by using Search. Still, I'll keep my eyes out for any more stories about Nebraska, its history, and its landforms.

Hi, Adam. The first set of Pokemon cards were released in Japan in 1996. Do you have a favorite Pokemon?

Hi, Maya! I am so happy to hear that you love your teacher! And I'm sure your teacher would appreciate hearing it as well. It's ok to be sad about leaving 4th grade, especially if you have had such a great time. Still, there are more good times ahead of you! A new school year means more friends to make, people to meet, and topics to learn about! I hope you have a wonderful 5th grade. 😊

Leaders are still working to find a way to end the war, Jonathan. You can read about their latest efforts in the article "Iran War Update: Tensions and a Ceasefire." We will write more articles on this topic in the future. Keep reading News-O-Matic for updates!

Sure thing, Valeska! Kahlo was born in Mexico City, Mexico, in 1907. She got a disease called polio when she was just 6 years old. That made her right leg much thinner than her left. Kahlo walked with a limp because of this. She started painting in 1925. One of her works is called “Self-Portrait in a Velvet Dress.” It is one of the first of many self-portraits that Kahlo would create in her life. These paintings of herself are still her most famous works today! 🖌️

You are very welcome, Emersyn! And thank you for reading News-O-Matic! Feel free to let me know what other stories you'd like to read! 🕮

Hi, Sybil. I hope you had a fun time in Switzerland! Cows in Switzerland spend the warm summer months in the highlands, where they munch on grass. It's not too cold there during that time. Then, during the winter when it gets colder, people bring the cows out of the highlands and down to farms where they can eat hay. 🐄

Hello, Layla. That's a good question. There actually is gravity in space! Gravity is the force with which every object pulls every other object toward it. Large objects, like planets, have much more gravitational pull. As astronauts and spacecraft move farther away from a planet, the force is not as strong.

Hi, Kira! Red pandas and seals are not good animals for pets. They are wild animals that are happiest in their natural habitats in the wild or at a zoo where experts can make sure all their needs are met. Animals like red pandas and seals need the right foods, activities, and environments to be happy and healthy. They can't get those as pets. 🦭

Hey, Emmelia. Did you know that gymnastics events have taken place at every Summer Olympic Games since the modern Olympics began in 1896? For 32 years, only men were allowed to compete. But beginning in 1928, women were also allowed to compete in artistic gymnastics events.

Hi, Tucke! It's very nice to meet you too. I'm glad you're here reading on News-O-Matic.

Hi, Luke! George Hancock is given credit for inventing softball after he watched a group play a game with a rolled boxing glove on November 24, 1887. 🥎

Hi, Bizen. It is totally normal to be nervous to show people something you've made. Many people are scared of talking in front of a group. One tip to boost your confidence is to practice! The more you know your presentation the more comfortable you'll be. Remember to also take steady breaths. That can calm you. Here's another thing to remember: You've got this! 😁

Hey, Joannah. The Moon is super cool, isn't it? We will definitely be writing more about the Moon. So keep checking back with News-O-Matic. Is there a certain part of the Moon that you're most interested in? 🌙

News-O-Matic has several articles about Roblox news, Oliver! You can find them by typing "Roblox" into the Search.

Hi, Aden. The Triassic Period is a time about 252-201 million years ago. It is the first part of a longer period of time called the Mesozoic Era. That period is sometimes called the "Age of Reptiles" because many kinds of reptiles (such as dinosaurs) developed and covered the Earth during that time.

Hi, Maya! That sounds like a super fun trip! Getting to learn about history by exploring these places in person is very cool.

There are four astronauts on the Orion spacecraft as part of Artemis II. They are Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen.

I love all those emojis, Mariana! I also love birds. We have a couple of very special bird stories coming up. One is about a type of bird called a curlew. What species is your favorite?

I am a huge baseball fan too, Jameson! And I grew up watching Ryne Sandburg play for the Cubs. He was so great! I hope your Cubs have a great season in 2026! ⚾️