
You might have seen these types of lighted signs hanging outside of stores in your town. These are neon lights. They are named after one of the gases used to give them their glow. Neon … Read more
Fazlur Khan was an Asian American engineer. He designed very tall buildings. His ideas changed the way people build skyscrapers. Khan was born on April 3, 1929. He was born in what is now Bangladesh. … Read more
Mosquito bites are itchy and annoying. They can also cause dangerous diseases. These diseases affect millions of people each year. Experts recommend wearing long clothing to protect yourself against mosquito bites. But mosquitoes can bite … Read more
Pope Francis was the leader of the Roman Catholic Church for 12 years. He died peacefully on April 21, 2025. He was 88 years old. Pope Francis was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, … Read more
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