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Hi, Russ! My name is Ella. I just read about a girl giving bandanas to dogs in hopes of them getting adopted. I'm wondering if you have more books about kids making a difference in the world. I would especially like it If you could recommend more books like this one. I have one more question. How can I get to the messages you send back? Thanks a bunch. I appreciate you.

Ella

Hi, Ella! I'm glad you liked that article, and I promise News-O-Matic has many more like it! In fact, we have a few features of young difference-makers coming up. You can read messages from Russ in the News Room. I appreciate readers like you!

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! I have been going through a lot. Your articles always make me cheer up. Your articles make my DAY!!! My friends just have been letting me down. I saw your end bullying article and I totally agree. People need to stop being mean... Thank you.

Everly

Hi, Everly! I'm sorry you've been going through a lot. Thank you for sharing that with me. And I am so happy that our articles put a smile on your face! Your message made MY day!!

Russell Kahn

What does Russ mean?

Paula

Russ is my name! I'm the Editor of News-O-Matic, and I am a writer too! You can learn about the writers of each article by clicking on the Author button. And if you have any questions, just let me know!

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ! I don't love reading... but you make it more fun!

Everly

Hi, Everly! That makes me so happy to hear. You don't have to LOVE reading, but it can be super fun! AND it is a great way to learn about what's going on in the world around you. So, I'm very glad you like reading on News-O-Matic!

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. I'm Jon, and I wonder if you have anything about presidents?

Jon

Hey there, Jon! We've got tons of articles about presidents! Try typing that word into the Search and see what comes up! I'd suggest reading "The Presidential Debate: A U.S. History." We also have more stories coming up as we get closer to the next presidential election in the United States. That's on November 5! 🗳️

Russell Kahn

Hi. My name is Livia, and I have a BIG question. What is the rarest animal in the world? I love animals, so I’m just wondering to see if I could research the rarest animal in the world.

Livia

Thanks for your question, Livia! I think it's great that you want to do more research! My vote would go to the vaquita porpoise. Those mammals swim in the Gulf of California, near Mexico. Vaquitas are VERY rare. Wildlife experts found fewer than 13 vaquitas during trips in 2023 and 2024. They're still looking for new ways to find and protect the animals. 🐬

Russell Kahn

Can your articles be translated into different languages?

Skye

Yes! All News-O-Matic articles come in five different languages. They are English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin!

Russell Kahn

How do you send your story for the contest?

Ella

Hey there, Ella! To enter our "Write Fright" contest, grab a trusted adult and visit www.newsomatic.org/halloween-contest. All the details will be on that page! Thanks for sharing your scary story! 👻

Russell Kahn

Hi! I'm Nova, and I was wondering about the search bar you keep mentioning in the News Room. I'm on the app and I don't appear to have one? Am I supposed to or is there a website or something that has one?

Nova

Hi, Nova! There are two places you can look for the Search on the News-O-Matic app. It might be on the bottom left of your screen. Or, you can click on the three lines on the top left of your screen. That could open a menu where you can find the search. Good luck!

Russell Kahn

Are there any snakes in Iceland?

Avery

There are no snakes in Iceland, Avery! Reptiles like snakes are coldblooded and don't store fat very well on their bodies. So they can't keep warm enough in Iceland's cold temperatures. 🐍❄️

Russell Kahn

Hello, Russ. Do you respond to all the letters people write to you or just some that you hand pick and choose to respond to? Just wondering. Bye.

Kelsey

Fair question, Kelsey! I get a LOT of submissions, so I take some time every day to answer as many as I can! Though I may not be able to RESPOND to everyone, I do READ everything that News-O-Matic readers send in! ✍️

Russell Kahn

Hey, Russ. I’m Violet, and I have a question about Zelda. What is she the princess of?

Violet

That would be the kingdom of Hyrule! That fictional setting appeared in the very first Legend of Zelda game in 1986! However, some games in the series have reimagined Zelda's role in the years since. 👸

Russell Kahn

Hi Russ, I was reading some other people's messages and I was wondering... can we make passages to send to News-O-Matic?

Macpar8749

Yes, you can! We sometimes publish articles from students like you. Ask a teacher or parent to email ask@newsomatic.org if you have a story idea!

Russell Kahn

Hi Russ, I just want to say I love the stuff that pops up. Like when I searched up "flowers" I saw the flowers street lights and I loved them! Love you Russ!!

Izabelle

Aw, that is wonderful, Izabelle! I love that you are exploring our search feature. You can discover so many wonderful stories that way. Keep reading, and keep sending me notes! 🌸

Russell Kahn

Do you like your job? It seems hard to find all of those articles.

Rowan

I like my job a lot, Rowan. But you're right; it is hard work! Thankfully, people all around the world work to share the news. So, we can learn about events happening from leaders, other journalists, and everyday people who care to keep people informed.

Russell Kahn

Hello, Russ. Are there any articles on the country of Italy? P.S. I'm Italian.

Minie

Hello, Minie. News-O-Matic has a number of articles about Italy. You can find them in the search. You might be especially interested in an article ALL about Italy. It's called "Countries A-Z: Italy." Check it out! 🇮🇹

Russell Kahn

Hello Russ. I enjoyed reading the “Did Earth Have a Ring” story and I was wondering if you had any other space stories.

Bmartens147

YES! We have hundreds of other articles about space. You can type a word in the News-O-Matic search to find other stories. Try a planet like "Jupiter" or even just type "space" to see what comes up. Enjoy all the articles! 🪐

Russell Kahn

Is T. Rex the biggest dinosaur ever?

Tobias

The Tyrannosaurus rex may be the most POPULAR dinosaur, Tobias, but it wasn't the BIGGEST! In 2014, scientists found the skeleton of a four-legged dino with a loooong neck in Argentina. It's called a titanosaur! It stood at a height of 28 feet (8.5 m). That's the biggest dinosaur found so far! 🦕

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. It's me, Gabe. I want to know how many dwarf planets are in our solar system.

Gabe

Great question, Gabe! There are five official dwarf planets in our solar system. Their names are Ceres, Haumea, Makemake, Eris, and of course, Pluto! However, experts may add more dwarf planets to the list.

Russell Kahn

Hi, Russ. I am Maya and I want to be a entomologist (a bug scientist) when I grow up. Do you have any articles on bugs? Specifically cicadas because they are awesome!

Maya

That sounds awesome, Maya! Yes, we have plenty of articles about bugs (even cicadas). You can look up words like "bugs," "insects," or "cicadas" in the News-O-Matic search to find them. You might also enjoy reading our article "Real Jobs! Insect Scientist!" 🐞

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