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Hi, Russ! I previously wrote to you about how I was going to Switzerland and I wanted to know if there was going to be a ton of cows. I went over spring break and there definitely are a lot of cows! Do you know what they eat to stay alive out there in the cold Swiss Alps?
Sybil
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. πŸ„
Russell Kahn
Hello, Russ. How come space does not have gravity?
Layla
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.
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Hi. I am Kira. Are red pandas and seals nice and good pets?
Kira
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. 🦭
Russell Kahn
Hey, Russ. Can you tell me something about gymnastics?
Emmelia
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.
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Hi, Russ. It's nice to meet you!
Tucke
Hi, Tucke! It's very nice to meet you too. I'm glad you're here reading on News-O-Matic.
Russell Kahn
Hi, Russ. I am Luke and I want to know when did softball start?
Luke
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. πŸ₯Ž
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Hi, Russ. I'm going to present to my class on Canva and I'm scared to show people.
Bizen
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! 😁
Russell Kahn
Hey, Russ. I’m really interested in the Moon now. If you could write some more about the Moon then I would be really happy. Thank you, Russ. Sincerely,
Joannah
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? πŸŒ™
Russell Kahn
Russ, do you have Roblox books?
Oliver
News-O-Matic has several articles about Roblox news, Oliver! You can find them by typing "Roblox" into the Search.
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Hi, Russ. Can you tell me about the Triassic times?
Aden
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.
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Hi, Russ! My name is Maya, and over my spring break I went to Paul Revere's house! It was so cool. And there was a lot of stuff there that we do not have. I loved it! Bye, Russ!
Maya
Hi, Maya! That sounds like a super fun trip! Getting to learn about history by exploring these places in person is very cool.
Russell Kahn
What are the names of the people on the space ship?
TRESstudent
There are four astronauts on the Orion spacecraft as part of Artemis II. They are Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen.
Russell Kahn
Hi Russ! You are amazing!!!!! Can you make an article about all the people who are bird lovers including me? Have a great day!πŸͺ½πŸͺΆπŸ¦πŸ¦β€β¬›πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ¦œπŸ¦‰πŸ¦…πŸ₯πŸ€πŸ£πŸ”πŸ“πŸ¦€πŸ¦’πŸ¦†πŸͺΏπŸ¦©πŸ¦šπŸ¦β€πŸ”₯πŸ¦ƒπŸ§
Mariana the #1 bird lover
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?
Russell Kahn
Hi Russ I’m a big fan of the MLB! My favorite team is the Chicago cubs! Especially after Pete-Crow Armstrong got his contract extended to $115million, and Nico Hoerner getting his contract extended as well as he’s getting payed $105 million! My favorite player of all time is Ryne Sandburg AKA the Rhyno! It was a pleasure writing to you, and talking about the MLB!
Jameson
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! ⚾️
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Hey, Russ. How long does a apple tree grow and what season should I plant one in my backyard?
Raven
Apple trees usually take 5–10 years to grow from a seed to a tree that will bear fruit. Some people disagree when the best time to plant an apple tree is. Some say you should plant in the fall. Many people seem to think spring is the best time. 🍎
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Hey, Russ! My name is Joeley, and I LOVE coasters. I was wondering if you could make an article about a theme park called Cedar Point in Ohio so I could read it! Also, I love your articles thank you! (If you read this.)
Joeley
Hey, Joeley. I think coaster are super cool too! Have you read News-O-Matic's article about Cedar Fair β€” it's the company that owns Cedar Point. The article is called "Parks Partner Up!" You should check it out! And, I'll look out for news stories specifically about Cedar Point. 🎒 Thanks for sharing the love!
Russell Kahn
Hi, Russ. I am reading my Dog Man book. It is good.
Rachel
It's great to hear that you're reading, Rachel! Did you know News-O-Matic has several articles about the Dog Man series? One writer even got to interview the author, Dav Pilkey! You can read about that in the article "Dav Pilkey Answers You!" and "Dav Pilkey Answers You! Part 2."
Russell Kahn
Hey, Russ. What do kangaroos eat and what do elephants eat?
Alexianna
Kangaroos and elephants are both herbivores, Alexianna. That means they don't eat meat. Kangaroos often eat grass, leaves, and bushes. Elephants eat grasses and bushes too. They also eat fruits, twigs, roots, and tree bark! 🦘🐘
Russell Kahn
Hi. I love News-O-Matic. It is so fun to read all the articles.
Christopher
I agree, Christopher! It is so fun to read articles on News-O-Matic! I'm glad you love it too.
Russell Kahn
Hey, Russ! I was wondering, what year did Nintendo release the Game Boy?
Aaliyah
Hey, Aaliyah! Nintendo released the Game Boy on April 21, 1989. Then, it cost $89.99.
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