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All Middle Level Articles
The 2026 World Nomad Games celebrate cultures that wander.
September 24, 2026
Long-buried objects from history are coming to the surface in Europe’s drying rivers.
September 17, 2026
Actor Rita Moreno overcame prejudice to become a legend of stage and screen.
September 10, 2026
Sara Curtis broke the world record for the 50-meter backstroke two days in a row.
August 27, 2026
A wild raccoon with a rare spinal condition has captured hearts on the Internet.
August 19, 2026
Women’s professional baseball returns to the United States after more than 70 years.
August 13, 2026
A new discovery finally reveals the hidden sixth sense that ensures homing pigeons are never lost.
July 30, 2026
Two teens from different countries find ways to protect their communities from dangerous weather.
July 23, 2026
A couple in England are growing furniture out of living trees.
July 16, 2026
A new roller coaster in Texas is breaking records as the tallest and fastest amusement park ride of its kind.
July 9, 2026
Researchers have uncovered the deepest known whale graveyard. Located in the Indian Ocean, the area holds ancient whale fossils.
July 2, 2026
Is a sidewalk ever hot enough to cook an egg? A fun annual tradition has people putting that theory to the test!
June 25, 2026
This annual cheese rolling race in England has racers bumping and rolling for a chance at victory.
June 17, 2026
Middle school teacher Freddie Hendricks received a Tony Award for his role changing lives through theater.
June 12, 2026
At 10 years old, Max Alexander was the youngest person ever to show a collection at fashion’s biggest event.
June 5, 2026