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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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!!!

Sorry to hear about the start of your fourth grade, Samuel. A new grade can be a real challenge. It is always sad when your friends are not in the same class. But it's also an opportunity to make new friends! I hope you'll get in the swing of it after another week. Sending you my support from News-O-Matic!

Hey there! The 24th president of the United States was Grover Cleveland. Fun fact: he was ALSO the 22nd president of the United States! He was in office from 1885-1889 and again from 1893-1897! 👴🏻

Hi, Judah! Energy drinks haven't been FULLY banned in the UK just yet. However, government leaders are planning a new law. It would stop the SALE of energy drinks to anyone in England under the age of 16. The main reason for this law is an ingredient called caffeine. Energy drinks have a LOT of caffeine. Caffeine can have some negative side effects, including headaches, nausea, and even feelings of anxiety.

Conflict is an important part of world history. I'm glad we could tell you about what is happening around the globe. I also hope that we can achieve world peace. I believe we can do it! ☮️

Hey, Makalye! I am totally a real person! All of the writers at News-O-Matic are real people. You can learn more about each writer by clicking on the "Author" button in an article. Or, you can search for the "Author Spotlight" articles to get a closer look!

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Very nice to meet you, Maya. That is wonderful to hear about your friend at school. I hope you'll write me again during the school year. Take care!

Welcome to the third grade, Olivia! It is such an important year in school. Sounds like you are going to have a great time learning about math and science. YES, I love math and science! 🧬