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The sixth-strongest earthquake ever recorded hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29. It triggered tsunami warnings as waves rippled across the Pacific Ocean. And it may have contributed to the eruption of a long-dormant volcano. On August 3, the…
Robots compete in a boxing match at the World Robot Expo, in Beijing, China. The expo took place from August 8 to 12. It showcased the latest in robotics, inclu…
Funny-looking dogs need love, too! On August 8, dog lovers gathered for the annual World’s Ugliest Dog contest. The competition took place in Santa Rosa, California. It celebrated “the imperfections that make all dogs special and unique,” according to event…
Thieves stole about $7,000 worth of Labubu dolls from a Los Angeles–area store on August 6, authorities say. The theft took place at One Stop Sales, in La Puente, California. The shop announced the theft on social media. “We…
Do you love recess? Many kids do. It’s an important part of the school day that gives kids a chance to play, relax, and hang out with friends. But during times of extreme heat, outdoor recess can be not only…
TIME and the LEGO Group joined up to celebrate the accomplishments of extraordinary girls who are making a big impact in their fields, from science and engineering to arts and athletics. Each barrier-breaking standout is paving the way for others…
We’ve got new faces joining the TIME for Kids crew! Read about the 2025–2026 team of TFK Kid Reporters. And keep an eye out for their articles in the magazine and online this school year. Asha Curley, 11 Scottsdale, Arizona …
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), in Pasadena, California is a federally funded NASA research and development center. Spacecraft developed or managed by JPL have journeyed to every planet in our solar system. One of JPL’s current projects is developing three…
This article is written by Girls Who Code, a nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology. Technology-related roles are projected to be the fastest-growing jobs that will shape the global labor market by 2030. The World Economic…
Millions of people in the United States are feeling the effects of extreme heat this week. That’s according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service (NWS). In some states, the temperature may feel as high as 120°F.…
Christie Taylor is a producer for the popular radio show and podcast Science Friday, on National Public Radio. She’s a journalist whose stories are written to be heard. When listening to Science Friday, pay attention to the questions that the…
Does the day feel like it’s zooming by? It’s not your imagination: The Earth is rotating faster today—1.3 to 1.5 milliseconds faster, to be exact. That means today will be a fraction of a second shorter than a normal day.…
“I had to prove to people that I could do it, just differently—and still effectively.” Andrea Dalzell is the school nurse at Quad Preparatory School, in New Yor…
Summertime means fun in the sun, frozen treats, and time away from school. But summer can also usher in too-toasty temperatures and the occasional bug bite. So, is summer the best season? We asked TFK readers for their thoughts. What…
It takes hundreds of people to get someone into space. A former NASA astronaut lists a few of the key jobs that help her and her crewmates succeed.
TFK Kid Reporter Disha Rai interviewed Cam Brensinger, the founder and CEO of outdoor brand NEMO Equipment. Brensinger launched NEMO in 2002, when he was 26. Since then, he has turned NEMO into an award-winning brand known for its focus…
In May, TFK Kid Reporter Milo Bhushan attended a grand-opening event at Universal Epic Universe, a new theme park in Orlando, Florida. He spoke with people who prepare the park’s food and beverage offerings. Read Milo’s account below. Theme parks…
Fireworks may seem like a very American tradition, especially on the 4th of July. But fireworks go back many years before the first American Independence Day celebration, which took place in 1777, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The earliest fireworks can be…
When you think of a makeup artist, you might picture someone who gives people makeovers all day long. But for makeup artist and entrepreneur Emily Edgar, a day at work involves a lot more than applying lipstick and mascara. “Doing…
