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Understanding the Unrest in Iran

Siroos Pasdar

February 17th, 2023

BBC News reporter Bahman Kalbasi talks about the recent protests in this Middle Eastern country. 

Annual Teddy Bear Toss Sets Record

Logan Gracey

February 14th, 2023

At the annual charitable event in Pennsylvania, fans set a new world record for most teddy bears tossed. 

Poet Laureate Ada Limón Visits Atlanta

Skye Oduaran

February 14th, 2023

Limón, who is the first Latina ever to be named Poet Laureate, read her poems and answered questions at Emory University. 

How to Be a Changemaker

Munveer Singh

February 14th, 2023

Ashoka empowers young people to make a positive difference in an ever-changing world.  

Chapel Hill Welcomes First Female Police Chief

Max Chen

February 9th, 2023

Police Chief Celisa Lehew hopes to strengthen ties between the police force and the community.

George Washington Lived Here

Xander Dorsey

February 8th, 2023

In honor of Presidents’ Day, our Kid Reporter visits Mount Vernon in Virginia, where the first U.S. President lived in the 18th century. 

Celebrating the New Year in Japan

Nanaka Takahashi

February 3rd, 2023

On January 1, our Kid Reporter visited an ancient Buddhist temple in Tokyo to pray for good luck.

A New Speaker in the House

Lincoln Miller

February 3rd, 2023

It took 15 rounds of voting for Republican Kevin McCarthy to become Speaker of the House, one of the most powerful roles in the country. 

A Civil Rights Hero Reflects on Her Role

Zhoriél Tapo

February 2nd, 2023

Our Kid Reporter talks with Carlotta Walls LaNier about school desegregation and the Little Rock Nine. 

A Robotics Competition Thrills Students

Grace Moodie

February 1st, 2023

Our Kid Reporter in New Zealand participates in the national championships in Wellington. 

American Born Chinese Set to Air on TV

Quade Kelley

February 1st, 2023

Author, illustrator, and cartoonist Gene Luen Yang talks about the upcoming TV adaptation of his acclaimed graphic novel, American Born Chinese.

Ice Skating Champions Go for Gold

Enya Yang

January 31st, 2023

Ilia Malinin, who finished second to Nathan Chen last year, won the men’s title at the 2023 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in San Jose. 

Starting a Pollinator Garden

Zahra Abbas

January 31st, 2023

In Ohio, a school garden that helps the environment and encourages project-based learning has become a community effort.

Grand Central Madison Opens

Siroos Pasdar

January 30th, 2023

Stunning artwork graces a new commuter terminal in New York City’s Grand Central Station. 

Fencing Tournament Returns to Washington, D.C.

Gavin Gracey

January 28th, 2023

After a pause for the pandemic, the annual Capitol Clash tournament is held at National Harbor. 

A Visit to LEGO

Luke Lamour

January 26th, 2023

Our Kid Reporter learns more about the LEGO Group as the company marks its 90th anniversary.  

Tornadoes Cause Damage in the South

Skye Oduaran

January 25th, 2023

Three EF-3 tornadoes devastated Griffin, the Georgia town where our Kid Reporter lives. 

Helping to Fight Hunger

Skye Oduaran

January 17th, 2023

Over the holidays, a radio station held a turkey drive to help feed families in need. 

Exploring History on National Treasure

Quade Kelley

January 17th, 2023

A new TV series from Disney+ draws viewers into a search for priceless relics from the ancient past.  

A Lesson in Public Speaking

Jay Sivanesan P...

January 10th, 2023

On World Speech Day, young people in several countries got a chance to share their ideas with the world. 

Young Writers in Malaysia Get a Head Start

Jay Sivanesan P...

December 23rd, 2022

A unique program in this Southeast Asian country offers an opportunity for publication and valuable life lessons. 

The Woodpeckers Guild Gives Back at Christmas

Gavin Gracey

December 20th, 2022

During the holiday season, members of the Woodpeckers Guild in Maryland create their own makeshift Santa’s workshops, crafting wooden toys for local children. 

A Visit to Widmer World

Enya Yang

December 16th, 2022

Each year, a California family creates a holiday display that draws visitors from miles around. 

Why Are Bees in Danger?

Skye Oduaran

December 15th, 2022

A master beekeeper talks about the decline of bees and how kids can be part of the solution. 

Christmas at the White House

Logan Gracey

December 15th, 2022

Our Kid Reporter tours the home of the President and First Lady, which is decorated for the holidays. 

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