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World's largest gathering of young beekeepers buzzing in Belfast
Participants aged 12-18 have been taking part in the first International Meeting of Young Beekeepers to be held in Belfast.
Winter Olympics 2030: Synchronised figure skating among new sports
Alpes 2030 Olympics will have synchronised skating and freeride skiing and snowboarding events for the first time but Combined Nordic will not feature.
'I can lift cars...plural': The Rock answers YOUR questions
Ahead of the new live-action Moana movie's release, we sent three press packers to speak to Dwayne Johnson who plays Maui to ask him YOUR questions.
Which records have been broken so far at the Fifa World Cup?
Along the way, players and teams have been making history by breaking some amazing World Cup records. Keep reading to find out more about some of the biggest moments so far.
Inside America's 250th Birthday Time Capsule
On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its 250th birthday. To mark the occasion, officials will bury a time capsule in Philadelphia. The capsule is designed to give future Americans a glimpse of life in 2026. It will be opened on July 4, 2276, when the nation observes its 500th birthday.
Northwest Earth and Space Science Pathways Project Celebrates Student Innovation Through ROADS from Earth to Venus National Challenge
The Northwest Earth and Space Science Pathways (NESSP) project recently concluded its 2025–2026 ROADS (Rover Observation And Discoveries in Space) from Earth to Venus National Challenge, a NASA Science Activation program student challenge that engaged more than 500 students on 120 teams from eight states in authentic science and engineering experiences inspired by Venus exploration. […]
Pop Icons To Headline First-Ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show
The FIFA World Cup final will take place at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026. It will break a 96-year-old tradition by staging a Super Bowl-style halftime show. Previous World Cups have featured musical acts only during the opening or closing ceremonies.
World Cup Mexican wave fail: Tell us your celebration disasters
After one World Cup fan lost their phone during a Mexican wave, we want to hear your stories of celebration gone wrong.
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month With These Scoop Worthy Facts
Every July, ice cream lovers across the United States (US) come together to celebrate National Ice Cream Month. This sweet tradition began in 1984, when President Ronald Reagan officially designated July as a month-long celebration of ice cream. He also declared the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day.
These Tiny Fish Can Climb Steep Rock Walls
For decades, people in The Democratic Republic of Congo in central Africa have reported seeing tiny shellear fish climb the steep walls of Luvilombo Falls. In 2009, a local scientist even captured the fish on video, but the recordings were later lost. Now, 17 years later, a new study published in Scientific Reports on April 2, 2026, finally provides evidence of the remarkable feat.
'It feels so cool': Press packer Max tells us all about surfing
Press packer Max is a big fan of surfing and has been telling us all about it.
School during the heatwave: Your questions answered
Will you be sent home? Is it too hot for PE? We try to answer the big questions you might have about schools and the hot weather...
Career Spotlight: Electrician (Ages 14-18)
What does an electrician do? Electricity powers the world, and electricians are the ones who get it where it needs to go. An electrician is an expert who is trained to make sure electrical systems and equipment are installed safely and working correctly. Electricians are involved in a variety of systems, including power, lighting, communications, […]
ARMD Research Solicitations (Updated June 23)
THIS PAGE WAS UPDATED ON JUNE 23, 2026 This Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) solicitations page compiles the opportunities to collaborate with NASA’s aeronautical innovators and/or contribute to their research to enable new and improved air transportation systems. Most opportunities to participate in research are officially announced through the Web-based NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated […]
Why Pink Cleats Have Taken Over The World Cup
Soccer fans may have noticed a "sea" of pink cleats at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The trend is not limited to one team or one brand. Players from different countries, even those sponsored by competing shoe companies, are wearing similar shades of pink. This is not a random coincidence. Rather, it is a deliberate strategy used by all the major athletic brands. So why pink?
Myles Smith answers YOUR questions
British breakthrough star Myles Smith pops into Newsround HQ to answer questions from you!
Mars Flyby Sends NASA's Psyche Probe Toward A Metal-Rich Asteroid
On May 15, 2026 — nearly three years after its launch in October 2023 — NASA's Psyche space probe used Mars' gravity to slingshot itself toward its final destination. Traveling at over 12,300 mph, the spacecraft flew just 2,864 miles above the surface of Mars. The planet's gravity helped it change direction and speed up without using extra fuel. This flyby was a key step in the probe's 2.2-billion-mile (3.5-billion-km) journey to the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. There, it will study a unique, metal-rich asteroid named 16 Psyche.
Elon Musk Becomes The World's First Trillionaire
With a net worth of nearly $780 billion, Elon Musk had been the world's wealthiest individual for much of the 2020s. This was primarily due to his massive ownership in electric car maker Tesla. But while cars laid his financial foundation, it was rockets that helped make the 54-year-old the world's first-ever trillionaire on June 12, 2026.
The June Solstice Explained
Those celebrating Father’s Day on June 21 in the Northern Hemisphere will get more than gifts and celebrations this year. They will enjoy extra daylight, too. That is because June 21, 2026, also happens to be the June solstice, the first day of summer. For places north of the equator, it is the longest day of the year. In the Southern Hemisphere, June 21 will mark the start of winter. It will be the shortest day of the year.
At 17, Gilberto Mora Is Already Making World Cup History
On June 11, 2026, Mexico opened the FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 win over South Africa in front of a home crowd at the Mexico City Stadium. The match marked a historic milestone for midfielder Gilberto Mora, who entered as a substitute in the 65th minute.
NASA Astronauts to Answer Questions from New Jersey Students
Students in New Jersey will hear from NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir as they answer prerecorded STEM questions while aboard the International Space Station. The Earth-to-space call will begin at 12:05 p.m. EDT, Thursday, June 18, and will stream live on the agency’s Learn With NASA YouTube channel. This event is hosted by Newton Public Schools […]
The Vätternrundan: Sweden's 196-Mile Summer Cycling Tradition
Every June, thousands of cyclists gather in Motala, Sweden, to participate in one of the world's longest and most iconic bike events — the Vätternrundan. The ride requires participants to complete a staggering 196-mile (315 km) loop around Lake Vättern. This is Sweden's second-largest lake. This year's event was held on June 12 and 13.
Get involved: How do you get to school?
The government wants more children in England to walk or cycle to school, with a plan it says will make active travel easier, safer and more popular.
The Story Of Juneteenth
Juneteenth is observed annually in the United States on June 19. The federal holiday celebrates the historic journey that led to the end of slavery in the country. On this day in 1865, one of the last groups of enslaved people in the Confederate states — a group in Galveston, Texas — learned they were free.