Articles by Laura Valkovic

It may seem obvious that January 1 marks the start of a new year. But how about January 14, February 5, April 13, August 30, September 29, and March 7? These dates may appear to have nothing in common, but… Read More

Will robots take over the world soon? That might be going a bit far, but artificial intelligence (AI) is making some big steps forward. The change has some people worried, while others are keen to start using the new technology…. Read More

Constitution Day is here – an occasion for Americans to celebrate and learn about one of the nation’s founding documents. The US Constitution not only outlines how the country’s government works, but also the rights of its citizens. One of… Read More

Summer is here, which means kids and adults across the U.S. are probably planning to spend lots of time at beaches or their local swimming pools over the next few months. Some areas may have to endure limited pool time,… Read More

The United States is a large country, which means distant regions might be experiencing different weather events at any time. While the northeast has had heavy snow recently, the western part of the nation is experiencing a severe drought. Droughts… Read More

When was the last time you had a spelling test at school? Spelling may seem like a dull topic, but the way words are written can have a big impact on how people see the world. In the United Kingdom,… Read More

It’s March 21 – also known as World Down Syndrome Day. The event aims to raise awareness of the genetic condition. It also hopes to boost support for people born with Down Syndrome, making sure they are treated equally and… Read More

It’s the Ides of March – also known as March 15. This date is often seen as a bad omen – but why should we “beware the Ides of March”? And what are “Ides,” anyway? The Roman Calendar In the… Read More

Six U.S. states have been hit by deadly tornadoes in one of the worst storms seen in recent times. Over one weekend, a group of thunderstorms caused a “tornado outbreak” of 38 tornadoes in six states. One of the twisters,… Read More

Volcanoes are some of nature’s most dramatic landmarks. Recently, volcanic eruptions have been gaining attention on islands around the world. Kilauea Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is one of the most active in the world. Now, it’s erupting – but luckily the… Read More

The small Eastern European country of Belarus is right in the middle of an international free speech controversy. While U.S. citizens can rely on the First Amendment to protect their rights to free speech and a free press, many countries… Read More

The final results of the November 3, 2020, general election have finally been settled, after months of uncertainty. Joe Biden, of the Democratic Party, was officially declared the next president. As for who would be in charge of Congress –… Read More