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Space is full of mysteries, from black holes to dark matter. Now, thanks to the world’s largest digital camera, astronomers have a new view of the universe. The Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) camera is part of the…
Think of a situation that makes you nervous. Maybe you’re taking a test. Or maybe you’re at the doctor’s office, about to get a shot. Your mind races. Your heart pounds. Just then, a source of comfort walks in on…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming part of everyday life. According to a 2024 Pew Research survey, most AI experts say adults in the U.S. interact with AI several times a day. That means chatbots, such as ChatGPT, and other…
Alyssa-Amor Gibbons grew up enduring hurricanes in Barbados. Now she designs buildings that keep people safe during storms. Gibbons relies on the power skill pr…
Want to boost your grades? A quick exercise break could help, according to new research from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. A study was published in July in the journal Psychology of Sport and Exercise. It found that just…
What does it take to run a daycare and take care of children all day? Lueda Zylyftari knows firsthand. She owns and operates Adorable Faces Daycare, in Brooklyn, New York. She and her team help babies, toddlers, and young children…
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…
