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Hey, Zoe! Wild snow leopards live in the mountains in central and northern Asia. The animals are known to be rather shy and are most active at dawn and dusk, so they're pretty hard to find. In general, I'd recommend keeping your distance from wild animals. But maybe you can become an expert who studies snow leopards when you're older!

Hi, Charlie. Thanks for sharing your feelings with me! It's ok to feel sad when we hear about people who need help. The good news is there are lots of ways to make a difference! I'm sure there are hospitals or charities near you that would love to have your help. Ask a parent or teacher to look for those opportunities with you.

Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set out from Camp Wood, Illinois, on May 14, 1804. They reached the Pacific Ocean in November 1805. They built a camp called Fort Clatsop before turning around and heading to St. Louis, Missouri. The explorers arrived in St. Louis on September 23, 1806!

Yes, Lily sure has a giving spirit. I hope you enjoy the rest of the article about her!

I live in the New York City area. And where I am the air is full of smoke. I smell it all the time! 🔥

Yes! Meteors hit the Earth all the time. When they reach the ground, they are called meteorites. But most of them are very, very small. So you do not have to worry. They do not cause a lot of damage!

That's a cool question, Charles! Mummification was a way for the ancient Egyptians to honor their dead. However, they weren't the only ones to do this! Other ancient cultures, including in South America, made mummies as well! If you want to learn more, try typing "Mummies" into our search and read some of the articles that pop up!

It makes me really happy to hear that News-O-Matic articles brighten your day, Emmalyn! I do not write all of the articles. A whole team of people helps to create each edition. Besides me, the most frequent authors are Ashley Morgan, Ryan Cramer, Tyler Burdick, Hannah Marcum, and Diana Richard.

That's an interesting question, Mila! Cats have pads of fatty tissue in their vocal cords. That allows them to create the low noise as air passes over their vocal cords. Experts believe that cats do this by instinct! They don't actively choose to purr. 🐱

In News-O-Matic's recent article, "The Story of the Dream Catcher," artist Michael Laughing Fox Charette explains that dream catchers are part of the culture of some Native American people. They could be pieces of art or a religious or traditional item for a Native American tribe. You can learn more about the history of dream catchers in the article!

You should tap that icon to explore, Sternz! It takes you to a world map that shows where the story takes place and where you are in relation to it. The page also shows how far you are from the story in different measurements like time and distance.

No. There is a rule that a U.S. president cannot serve more than two four-year terms. So, Donald Trump will not be allowed to run for president after his next term (which ends in 2029).

Hi, Josiah! We pick stories every day that we think are important, fun, or both! I love writing! My job lets me learn new things every day, just like you! ✍️

Hi, Aniyah! The rarest LAND animal would most likely be the northern white rhinoceros. Experts think there are only 2 northern white rhinos left in the entire world. They both live in the African country of Kenya. 🦏 🦏

Hi, Miller! Saving endangered animals can be different from one species to another. However, learning about the animal and why they're important is always a good step. Then, you can share what you learn with others! Helping the environment also helps the animals that live there. You can reduce the amount of waste that you make. And you can cut back on the fuel (or energy) that you burn too.

Hi, Tejal. Ancient Egyptians used a special kind of salt called natron to make mummies. Natron dried out the body. Then spices and plants were added. Last, the Egyptians wrapped the body in linen bandages. Sometimes mummies can form on their own in very dry places like deserts.

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Good question, Treasetri! Microwaves use electromagnetic waves to heat up food. They bounce around the metal inside of the microwave and get absorbed by the water, sugar, and fat in the food. That causes those parts of the food to vibrate on a tiny scale. The vibrations produce heat!

That's a great question, Iris! After all, the economy is often one of the biggest issues when folks vote for president. However, it's hard to know the answer to that question right now. Many experts are waiting to see exactly what actions Trump will take when he becomes president.