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US and Israel launch attacks on Iran
US President Donald Trump said in a video that their military has begun "major combat operations" with Israel against Iran.
Nasa's Perseverance rover makes history with first-ever AI-planned trip
For the first time the rover's journey was planned by artificial intelligence (AI), and not by human operators, who usually choose the route. Find out more here.
Artemis II: Explore space in our interactive experience
Nasa is making final preparations for its 10-day crewed test flight around the Moon, and you can blast off on Newsround's Artemis II interactive experience and learn all about its journey....
Try to beat the clock with our 2025 Quiz of the Year
Test yourself with our Quiz of the Year and make sure you don't get beaten by the timer! Good luck!
Astronauts install space junk protection on space station
Last month, a tiny piece of debris travelling at high speed cracked the window of the Shenzhou-20 spacecraft's return capsule. Find out more here.
'We are working together to fight malaria'
Scouts in Ghana and cubs in the UK explain how they worked together to reduce cases of malaria in northern Ghana.
World Space Week Quiz: Is your knowledge out of this world?
It's Space Week from 4 - 10 October. But how much do YOU know about space and our solar system? Test yourself with our astronomically good quiz.
Tay Tay or Nay Nay? Can you beat our Taylor Swift quiz?
She's just released her 12th studio album 'The Life of a Showgirl', made up of 12 brand new songs – including a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter.
Left-Handers Day: Amazing facts about lefties
13 August is International Left-Handers Day, a time to celebrate all the left-handed people out there and highlight what it's like living in a world largely designed with right-handed people in mind.
Get some top stargazing tips from a space expert
All through the year there are different things to see and even shooting stars or meteor showers to look out for.
Know your books? Try our epic reading quiz
How much can YOU remember about the brilliant books you read?
Quiz: How well do you know the schools of Harry Potter?
How well do you know Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? And do you know the differences between the Durmstrang Institute from the Beauxbaton Academy of Magic?
Visible differences: 'It's nice to see artwork that celebrates us'
14-year-old artist Andoni visits an exhibition in London all about celebrating people with visible differences.
How to stay cool when the weather is HOT
When parts of the UK are really hot, like it is right now, it's important to keep yourself safe so you can really enjoy the nice weather.
Top tips for starting secondary school
Kids share their advice on what to do if you are starting secondary school this year.
Scientists unveil largest ever map of the Universe
The James Webb telescope has captured some incredible shots and helped scientists in amazing ways since it was launched on Christmas Day in December 2021. And, now there is another to add to the list!
'We helped create a swift street to protect endangered birds'
Press packers Penny and Bea find out more about endangered swifts and visit a community trying to help them.
Giant planet Jupiter used to be TWICE as big
To work out the size of early Jupiter, scientists studied the tilted orbit of two of the planet's tiny moons, which can remain unchanged for billions of years.
A Minecraft Movie: Press packers meet the cast and crew
Ella and Talia got to meet some of the cast and crew of A Minecraft Movie.
Press Pack: What is it like competing in Crufts?
Isabella, Layla and their furry friends show us what it is like competing in one of the world's biggest dog shows.
Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You
Join Press Packer Gracie, Dr Ronx and Dr Xand on a sense-sational adventure into Dr Chris' brain at the new Operation Ouch exhibition in Manchester
Quiz: How well do you know your trees?
Test your nature knowledge with this tree-cky quiz.
Top tips for making friends as you go back to school
Many schools are back this week. Here are some top tips to help you on your way.
What's YOUR advice for starting secondary school?
For many children in the UK, this week marks a return to school after the summer holiday. For some pupils it also means starting high school - which can be a big change. Do you have some useful advice or tips for anyone beginning their first year at secondary school? If so let us know!