Raccoons are known for being clever. They have a long history of getting into containers that humans want to keep them out of. Now, scientists have shown that it’s not just the food that drives the ...

Scientists report that people in Sydney, Australia are in a battle with cockatoos. The birds have learned to open the lids on trash bins, and people are figuring out new ways to keep the lids closed.

Today, NewsForKids.net looks at two important stories: Doctors are working hard to stop a rapidly-spreading outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Also, a trade ...

The world’s oldest known wild bird is an albatross named Wisdom. She’s around 74 years old, and has recently returned to her nesting place in the Midway Atoll. Wisdom may be old, but she’s still ...

Scientists have discovered the world’s largest known field of sea grass. They did it using videos shot by some unusual helpers: tiger sharks. The work should help protect the sea grass, and also shows ...

Scientists have discovered a surprising new source of oxygen in the ocean. They believe that special rocks on the sea floor may act like batteries, creating oxygen from salt water. The discovery ...

A recent scientific study has shown that the Arctic Ocean is polluted with tiny microplastic fibers. The fibers were found all through the Arctic. The most likely source of the pollution is laundry ...

Engineers at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) have created a flying robot that can also dive underwater. The robot is inspired by birds like puffins, which can fly through the air and also ...

China’s government has made new rules limiting online gaming for children to three hours a week. The government says the move is meant to protect the health of children. It’s just one of many recent ...

This story is about cockroaches that are part robot. Believe it or not, that part of the story is old news. What’s new is that now scientists have figured out a way for these “cyborg” roaches to work ...

Scientists exploring the ocean around the Galapagos Islands have discovered a healthy, active coral reef, deep below the surface of the sea. The reef is unusual because it is so healthy, and has not ...

On Saturday, the US and Israel attacked Iran, killing Iran’s leader. The US says it wants to completely change Iran’s government. Iran has responded by attacking US military bases across the Middle ...