Articles by Kirsten Brooker

Recent floods in Nepal and Tibet have taken hundreds of lives and left thousands of people missing. Rescue operations are still underway, though many areas remain inaccessible, making it difficult to reach those in need. In Nepal, authorities are keeping… Read More

Each state has its own interesting facts that are unique from all the others. But did you know that New Mexico is the only state with its own official question? Red or green? That’s it. Adopted in 1996, the question… Read More

For teachers and school-aged kids, AI is virtually impossible to avoid. Its presence is overwhelming, but so are the program’s inaccuracies. Rather than try to keep students from using the tools, a growing number of US schools are attempting to… Read More

How would you like to visit the place where the first complete dinosaur skeleton was discovered or where the world’s tallest roller coaster lives? If either one of those things sounds intriguing, then you need to check out New Jersey,… Read More

Surveillance cameras are not new to the American landscape, but how much is too much? Flock cameras, designed to snap a photo of a car’s license plate as it drives by, seem to be pushing the public’s limit of acceptable… Read More

Wildfires don’t just burn trees – they rewrite landscapes, lives, and futures. While sometimes beneficial, massive wildfires are wreaking havoc around the globe. Are humans to blame for these catastrophic events, or is nature just running its course? Well, it… Read More

Ever wonder how laws are made? Before being signed by the president and officially made law, every bill must pass through two very different rooms, the House of Representatives and the Senate. Together these two chambers form Congress, the legislative… Read More

Exceptionally large and powerful, the lion is often called the “king of the jungle” or the “king of beasts.” These animals symbolize courage, strength, and protection and are held in high regard in the countries they inhabit. Lions live in… Read More

On July 4, 2026, the 250th birthday of this nation and the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, America250 buried America’s Time Capsule at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA. The three branches of the US… Read More

Killer whales have been a featured attraction for many decades at SeaWorld parks across the United States. As of 2023, the powerful marine mammals are no longer used as a source of entertainment for park guests. There are currently 19… Read More

While the Fourth of July celebrations are always traditional, this holiday is a special birthday. In 2026, America will celebrate 250 years of freedom for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. What a fantastic milestone! To understand the value… Read More

Imagine living creatures that survive without a brain, heart, or lungs, are often see-through, and are are about 98% water. Well, the creatures exist and go by the names jellyfish, jellies, medusa, and sea jelly, among others. There are up… Read More