When a bug bites you, some of its spit gets into your skin. Your immune system knows that that spit doesn't belong in your body. It sends a chemical called histamine to get rid of the spit. That histamine can cause swelling and itching in your skin at the spot.

No way! I'm just one person, so I can't see everything that happens in the world. News-O-Matic has a whole team working to share news about what's happening in the world. But even our team can't see everything. We depend on other reporters all around the planet. And readers like you can help tell us what is going on too!

I really like baseball too! I have good news for you: we have a few articles about baseball on the way! Keep checking News-O-Matic to read them. And I'm glad you like 5th grade. ⚾️

Whale sharks are carnivores. That means they eat meat. Whale sharks eat krill, crab, fish eggs, small fish, and jellyfish. They have over 300 rows of small teeth, but they don't use them for chomping or chewing! Whale sharks are filter feeders. So, they use their teeth to filter tiny food out of the water like a sieve or strainer!

Hey, Evan! Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the article — it's encouraging to me to hear that! I'm happy you enjoyed reading it. And I agree; the photos ARE so pretty. Thank you for reading! 🔭

Hi, Rosario! There are a few reasons you might think I sound like AI. One reason is that AI learned how to "talk" by reading words from real people. Still, I promise you that I am a real person. You can learn more about me by searching for "Russ" on News-O-Matic. I'm really glad that you're thinking hard and asking questions like this!

We get hundreds of drawings each day, Isaac. So we cannot include them all in the News Room. But keep sending your artwork to us. I will try to add one of yours to the wall! 🖼️

Welcome to News-O-Matic, Quinn! There is lots of big news today. The United States announced a new official poet. Australia is working together with a nearby country. And there is an update from Nintendo as well! What stories are most interesting to you?

Hi, Colin! The next Super Bowl won't be until February of 2026, so it's hard to guess which teams will make it for sure! Many fans are watching the Philadelphia Eagles. They won the last Super Bowl in 2025!

Thanks for the report about middle school, Nico. That all sounds really exciting! I am wishing you a terrific sixth grade ahead. Have a blast in middle school!

Yes, I am! It's important to know who is real in this time of AI. But I promise you that I'm a real person! 🧍‍♂️

News-O-Matic has several articles about Ghana! You can type the word into the Search. You can also search for an article all about the country. It's called "Countries A-Z: Ghana." Check it out! 🇬🇭

Hey, Maya! I love hearing that you're enjoying fourth grade so much! It sounds like your teacher is a lot of fun and knows how to celebrate all the hard work you put into school. If you haven't yet, you should tell your teacher how much you love fourth grade. You can also tell your teacher "Thank you!"

Hi, Alexander! The core is the hottest part of the Sun. Experts say the temperature reaches 27 million °F (15 million °C). The Earth's core temperature reaches 9,800 °F (5,400 °C). So, the core of the Sun is about 26,990,200 °F (14,994,600 °C) hotter than the core of the Earth. ☀️ 🌍

Wow, Emma! It sounds like you're having a great time in middle school already! I'm so happy to hear that you are enjoying seeing old friends from elementary school and getting along well with your teachers. I bet you have a wonderful year ahead of you!

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Thanks for sharing your drawing, Riley! I have so much fun seeing everyone's drawings. And I love sharing the drawings that connect with News-O-Matic articles.

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Welcome to 5th grade, Molly! Sometimes it can be good to be challenged in a new grade. SSR is a great way to develop stronger reading skills. Sounds like you're going to learn a lot this year! Enjoy it!!!