On Sunday, the M23 rebel group took control of another important city in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The fighting in the area has forced many people from their homes. Some people worry the growing violence could lead to a larger war.
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Scientists have discovered that many species of birds-of-paradise have feathers that glow. Birds-of-paradise were already well-known for their very colorful feathers and the fancy dances they use to attract mates. The discovery suggests that the birds are even more striking than we knew.
US President Donald Trump has been using special orders to make big changes to the US government. But on Sunday, he announced an order against a tiny target - the US penny. The change, if it happens, could have important effects.
It was incredibly cold across much of the US last month, but scientists report that worldwide, it was the hottest January ever recorded. As heat records continue to be broken, some researchers believe global warming could be speeding up. Not all scientists agree.
The government of the Marshall Islands has protected a huge area of ocean around two remote atolls. The step is designed to protect important marine and bird life, and to help scientists learn more about the area. The government says it's their first marine protected area (MPA), but it won't be their last.
As humans, we can think about what other people are thinking, and understand that their ideas might be different from ours. Scientists call this "theory of mind". An important question is whether animals can do the same. A recent experiment suggests that bonobo apes may share this ability.
In just two weeks, US President Donald Trump's government has taken a large number of strong actions that are raising concerns around the world. The actions have left many shocked and uncertain about what the future will bring.
Three young scientists have captured the first photos of a Mount Lyell shrew. The tiny animal is the only mammal in California that hadn't been photographed alive - until now. The scientists hope their images will help raise awareness about the little-known species.
On Tuesday, an American company called Boom Supersonic made history when its test jet broke the sound barrier. It's the first privately built supersonic jet to go faster than the speed of sound.
On Monday, thousands of Palestinians began to return to their homes in north Gaza. It was their first opportunity to return to the area in over a year, thanks to a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Most Palestinians seemed excited to return, even though most buildings in the area have been destroyed.
President Donald Trump took action Monday to keep TikTok running in the US. By law, the app was banned, starting Sunday, and TikTok went offline temporarily. Now Mr. Trump says he's given the company 75 days to find a new owner. It's not clear that Mr. Trump has the power to change the law.