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SpaceX’s Starship reached orbit for the first time on September 28, marking a milestone for the rocket. While in orbit, it released 26 Starlink satellites, which provide Internet service. An engine problem prompted leaders to end the planned 10-hour mission…
The 2026 Nobel Prize winners were made official from October 5 to 12. The winners, called laureates, were recognized for contributions to fields such as chemistry, literature, and medicine. The Nobel Peace Prize honors people who have promoted peace. This…
A newly discovered dinosaur called Invictibellatrix amberina feasts in this illustration, based on a fossil. The dino was introduced in an October 14 study. It …
On November 3, Americans will vote in midterm elections. Here’s why these elections are important, and why voters are eager to head to the polls. What is a midterm election? Midterms are held almost halfway through a president’s four-year term.…
Meet Service Star Anirudh Rao, 14. Anirudh organizes educational workshops for kids. These workshops combine STEM and history, and emphasize the importance of kindness. TFK reader Shrinika Kalbhavi spoke with Anirudh about how he encourages kids to stay curious and…
Peter Daniell, a 14-year-old from Broomfield, Colorado, is the 2026 National Civics Bee champion. The annual competition tests students on U.S. civics. This year’s championship took place on October 14, in Washington, D.C. To win, Peter had to advance through…
TFK Kid Reporter Tilda Desai Siegal read Firebird Waltz and interviewed its author, Misty Copeland. Read Tilda’s thoughts below. Firebird Waltz was written by ballet star Misty Copeland. In this first book in the new Star Fire Academy series, 12-year-old…
Join a community of kids who are making the world a better and brighter place. TFK Service Stars know that even the smallest actions can make a big impact. Mission of the Month We all struggle with health issues sometimes,…
Stuffed animals. Fidget spinners. Sunglasses. Soft blankets. These are some of the items in an LGM bag. LGM stands for Ledger Greyson Mann, the Virginia 9-year-old who created the bags. The clear backpacks hold items that can help calm a…
We love hearing from our Service Stars community. Thank you, Stars, for sharing your stories! What will you do next? Alexa, 11, California From TFK Kid Reporter Leonardo Popovic: Alexa helped save a local library. It was facing budget…
On June 19, after biking day and night for nearly two weeks, Sarah Ruggins reached her goal: Nordkapp, Norway. She had ridden Europe from end to end (see map) faster than anyone in history. Ruggins took up cycling after a…
People often make resolutions at the start of a new year. But you can resolve to help your community at any time. We want to know how you’ll make the world a brighter place. Fill in the prompt, and send…
Meet Service Star Logan Goodman, 14, who cofounded an organization called Helping Hearts Houston. The group connects middle school girls with community service opportunities in Houston, Texas, where Logan lives. TFK reader Riya Kejriwal spoke with Logan about her work.…
A brown bear named Backpack was crowned (not literally) 2026 Fat Bear Week champion on September 29. Fat Bear Week is an annual tournament. It takes place online via Explore.org, a nonprofit that operates live nature cameras. People vote for…
Picture this: You’re driving on the open road. The windows are down, and you’re singing along with the radio as hills, mountains, and deserts fly by. Road-trippers can experience this on Route 66. It’s one of the most famous roads…
Rats have a bad rap. They’re often thought of as filthy creatures that spread diseases. HeroRats are changing that. These African pouched rats use their sense of smell to save lives. Instead of carrying a disease, they help detect and…
From October 31 to November 13, young athletes from all over the world will gather in Senegal for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games. About 2,700 athletes ages 17 and under will compete in a wide variety of sports, including skateboarding,…
In August, TFK Kid Reporter Adam Sadi attended the Pokémon World Championships at the Moscone Center, in San Francisco, California. Read about his experience, in his own words, below. Pokémon is hard to miss. You have probably played the card…
