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How do we know when a hurricane happens?

David

Weather experts define hurricanes as a system of storms with winds circling at the center at speeds of 74 miles (119 km) per hour or more. They have special tools to measure wind speeds. Experts can also use tools in space to track how conditions like air pressure are affecting the creation of storms.

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! Can you please make an article about golf? For example, like how Rory McIlroy has completed the career grand slam and is looking to repeat. My favorite golfer is Rory McIlroy. I am from Ireland and my name is named after Rory McIlroy. Who's your favorite golfer?

Finnir

Hey there! Did you hear about Rory McIlroy's big win at the Masters this year? You can check out the article "Back-to-Back Masters Champ!" I'm not sure who my favorite golfer is. But it's been fun to watch some of the top players, including Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Collin Morikawa! 🏌️

Russell Kahn

Dear Russ, It’s Zachary here! News-O-Matic is better than any other way of expressing the news, and every day I’m so excited to be able to get on here! Good job!

Zachary

Thank so you much for your message, Zachary! It makes me proud to hear what you have to say about News-O-Matic. The whole team here works very hard.

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! I was reading the messages that other people sent and you responded back to them. I saw the one where you answered the word moon in Latin is Luna. I just wanted to share this with you. Fun fact, my dog's name is Luna! 🐶

Cecilia

That's such an adorable name for a dog, Cecilia! Thank you for sharing! 🌙 🐶

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. My name is Wesley.

Wesley

Hi, Wesley! It's nice to meet you. What do you like to learn about most on News-O-Matic?

Russell Kahn

I see little brown birds in my yard and I'm wondering if it's a little curlew.

Harper

It's possible, Harper. Curlews have a long, thin curved bill. They also have a long neck and a small round head. Try taking a picture or writing a description of the birds the next time you see them. Write about their bodies, color, and actions. Then you can compare that bird to what you know about a curlew.

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! Does News-O-Matic have an article about Japanese holidays? I want to learn more about my cultural holidays. Please, Russ. Also, I have one sentence to say to you: The articles are AMAZING!!!!!

Sara

Thank you, Sara! Your compliment makes me smile. Also, News-O-Matic does have articles about Japanese holidays! You can read all about how people in Japan celebrate the New Year in the article "Happy New Year: The Japanese Way!" Japanese holidays also appear in the series about global holidays. 🇯🇵

Russell Kahn

Hey, Russ! Should I build a bee hotel for the bees to nest in?

Gilberto

Hey, Gilberto. I think that sounds like a great idea! Let me know how your crafting goes! 🐝

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. I liked the news of the day.

Love

Hi, Love! I'm glad you enjoyed News-O-Matic's news articles. Was there one article you liked the most?

Russell Kahn

Is there an article about Earth Day?

Margot

Hi, Margot! We just published an article about Earth Day! It's called "Earth Day: Our Power, Our Planet!" 🌎

Russell Kahn

Play a real movie called The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Please Russ.

Aubrey

Hey, Aubrey! If you want to learn more about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, we have an article you should check out! It's called "Mario Galaxy Movie Gets a Super Review!" Valerie, a 12-year-old reviewer for KIDS FIRST!, shares her thoughts about the film! 🍿

Russell Kahn

Why is there such thing as tax day?

Maya

The United States government collects taxes from the people in order to pay for things like schools, roads, and hospitals. Tax day is the last day people can send the money they owe without getting in trouble.

Russell Kahn

Hello, Russ. My name is Nisan. I am from Türkiye. I love News-O-Matic, but do you have books about dinosaurs in News-O-Matic?

Nisan

Hello, Nisan. Thanks for writing to me! I'm so glad to hear that you love News-O-Matic. Yes, there are lots of articles about dinosaurs! Try using the Search to find them. 🦕

Russell Kahn

Russ, I’m wondering, Earth Day🌲🌏 is next Wednesday, is somebody going to write about Earth Day? 🫢

Lerker

Yes! There will be a News-O-Matic article about Earth Day. Also, keep checking in back until then to read stories about nature and the environment.

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. What is the number of planets in the solar system?

Ishani

Hi, Ishani. There are eight major planets in our solar system. They are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. There are also dwarf planets, including Ceres and Pluto.

Russell Kahn

Hello, Russ. Did you know that the sun is also called sol?

Elliot

That's a cool fact, Elliot! The word "sol" comes from the Latin language. Do you know the Latin word for "moon?" It's luna! 🌝

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. I just wanted to let you know that you’re doing a great job. I’m new to News-O-Matic, and I’m loving it. PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.😊

Gavin

Thank you so much for the kind words, Gavin! I hope you continue to enjoy reading News-O-Matic! 😀

Russell Kahn

Hey, Russ! Wanna hear a joke? What's the tallest building in the world? A library — it has many stories!

Xachary

I like that joke, Xachary! Thanks for sharing it with me. Here's another one: How do you organize an outer space library? You planet! 📚🪐

Russell Kahn

You should keep posting discovery things like this the dire wolf returns. You put on good stuff.

Conar

Thanks for the compliment, Conar! We will definitely keep writing about scientific discoveries!

Russell Kahn

Hello, Russ. I am Parker. Do you have any books about speed skating?

Parker

I have good news, Parker! Ashley wrote all about speed skating during the Winter Olympics this year. You can find her article on News-O-Matic by typing "Speed Skaters “Push” the Limit!" into the Search. ⛸️

Russell Kahn

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