Recently, leaders have been chosen in several countries around the world. Today, NFK looks at election results from Germany, Ecuador, and Gabon.
Published in “Africa”
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.
Scientists have discovered that a male humpback whale traveled over 8,100 miles (13,000 kilometers) across three oceans. The journey is the longest known trip for a humpback whale. It's likely that the whale made the trip in search of a mate.
Two amazing athletes have completed incredible challenges to raise awareness and support for important causes. Deo Kato and Hilde Dosogne have both run thousands of miles to help make the changes they want to see in the world.
Scientists in Tanzania have trained rats to help detect illegal wildlife products being smuggled out of the country. The rats have learned to recognize the smell of these items, and can alert their handlers when they find them. The program is still being tested, but the method could help protect some endangered animals.
On Sunday, Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya set a new world record for the fastest marathon ever run by a woman, finishing in 2 hours, 9 minutes, and 56 seconds. She's the first woman ever to finish a marathon in under 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Leaders representing countries around the world will come together this week at the United Nations' General Assembly meeting in New York. This year's meeting comes as the world faces a large number of extremely serious challenges.
Heavy rains, typhoons, and hurricanes have led to serious flooding in places around the world. Deadly flooding has forced hundreds of thousands of people from their homes across affected countries in central Africa, central Europe, and Asia.
In late August, the Lucara Diamond company announced the discovery of the largest diamond found in over 100 years. The 2,492-carat stone came out of the company's Karowe Mine in northeast Botswana, and is the second largest diamond ever found.
On Monday, people across Kenya took part in the country's first national tree-planting holiday. The holiday was created by Kenya's president, William Ruto, to encourage people to plant trees as part of a plan to fight the climate crisis.
A team of students in the Netherlands has designed and built a tough car that's completely powered by the sun. The car, called Stella Terra, is the first solar-powered car that can travel off-road for long distances without needing a recharging station.