Hey, Chrissy! What a cool thing to be curious about. The first African American woman to travel to space was Dr. Mae Jemison. She was a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Endeavour on September 12, 1992. 🚀

Sweet idea, Vivien! News-O-Matic has all sorts of articles about chefs and bakers, including some about contests! Try typing those words into the Search. And you should check out the article "Real Jobs: Chef" to hear what it's like to be a professional chef.

Cicadas do not sting or bite! Have you ever seen a cicada?

I love your question, Sofia! Some people have an entire job to study and learn history. They are called historians. They know about history by reading records that people wrote during those times. For example, one way we know about the Boston Tea Party is that people who were born during that time wrote down what happened.

I see your message, Jacob! And your note made me so happy. 😀 I'm honored to respond to you!

I'm happy to hear you read News-O-Matic at school. Millions of other students around world also read it. You could call that pretty popular! What do you like to read?

Hello, David. Good question. Not every country celebrates the same months or celebrates them the same way. For example, Canada does not celebrate Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It does celebrate Black History Month in February just like the United States does. However, while Women's History Month is March in the United States, it is October in Canada.

I think I'm a good reader, Rayleigh. That's because I think carefully and ask questions about what I'm reading. And I read a LOT. Reading is a skill that requires practice. But it's also fun!

I have good news for you — there are more Kid Governor stories coming! We've shared stories of Kid Governors in Connecticut and Oklahoma so far. This year there were also Kid Governors elected in New Hampshire, Nebraska, and Vermont. Keep checking News-O-Matic for their stories!

Hey! I like your idea! I'll keep an eye out for stories about mosquitoes!

Hi, Yuji. Different groups celebrate their histories throughout the year. For example, February is Black History Month. That month honors historic African Americans. Asian/Pacific American Heritage is celebrated in May, and Native American Month is recognized in November. Each month is celebrated in some way.

I think coral is super cool too, Carolyn! I'm glad you enjoyed reading that article!

Hi, Hunter. I'm glad you liked News-O-Matic's articles about the Olympics. The 2026 Winter Olympics have ended, but the Paralympics are now going on! We'll keep an eye out for Paralympic stories to share.

I'm so glad you took the time to write a question. YES! We have written many articles about WWI, WWII, and the Great Depression. Try typing those terms into our search to find those stories.

Hi, Chloe. I'm happy you're curious about the writing contest! News-O-Matic is marking the 250th birthday of the United States by inviting readers like you to imagine America's future. Visit www.newsomatic.org/2076 with an adult to learn more! I hope to read your essay!

Hi, Ares! Thanks for telling me that you love News-O-Matic. And thanks for the encouragement! Also, I'm glad you liked that article. I would love to see your picture about it!

Thanks for your question! It doesn't sound rude. I get hundreds of messages every day, so I can't write back to everyone. Also, there is a whole team of people that helps keep News-O-Matic running.

Hey, Aidan! Yes! We are writing a story right now about a soccer tournament called the SheBelieves Cup. And be sure to search in News-O-Matic for more soccer articles too! ⚽️

Good question, Mersana! That holiday marks the end of Ramadan for those who practice Islam. In 2026, Ramadan ends with Eid al-Fitr on Friday, March 20.

There is a total solar eclipse in the summer of 2026 and 2027, but neither will be visible from the United States. The next total solar eclipse in the United States is in 2033, but only people in Alaska can see it. Then there will be two more total solar eclipses in the United States on August 23, 2044, and August 12, 2045