Hey Russ my name is Kaleb, and I was wondering if you have ever done a face reveal?
Kaleb

Yes! As a reporter, I often appear in the stories that I write. For example, there are pictures of me in the article called "Author Spotlight: Russell Kahn." Search for that story and you'll see!
Russ

Hey Russ, I'm Braelynn and I wanted to tell you I have good grades and I wanted to tell you that I love this app!!!
Braelynn

Way to go, Braelynn! It is fantastic to hear that you've got good grades. Maybe reading News-O-Matic helped you with that too! I love that you're using our app!!!
Russ

Can you write an article about how screen time is affecting children because it is a big issue. I made a poster about it and I want more people to be aware of this huge problem affecting millions.
Brady

I love your idea, Brady. You're right that screen time is an issue that impacts many kids. I think it's really cool that you want to help educate people!
Russ

Hi, Russ. I am Olivia. I'm nine. Can you give me calming down tips? I need them because I get super angry.
Olivia

Hi, Olivia! Feeling angry is very normal, but I think it's a great that you also want the skills to calm down. Sometimes when we're angry, we make choices that we feel bad about later. One way to calm down is by taking long, slow breaths. You can read more about that and other tips in News-O-Matic's article "Breathe, Don’t Vent!"
Russ

Dear Russ, Why do you always answer like AI? It makes people think you're AI.
Talia

I understand why you feel that way. After all, AI is trained to sound like a real person in its responses. But I promise you that I am a human being and I am responding to your note personally. If you don't think I'm real, watch the video in our new article about the poet laureate. That's me in the interview!
Russ

How many stories are on News-O-Matic?
Ohuber

There are more than 17,000 different articles on News-O-Matic! Isn't that crazy?!
Russ

Hey Russ, I have sent many letters to you but I was never shown. I love News-O-Matic and was wondering if I could be on it? If so it will make my day! See you next time!
Noah M

You got it, Noah! I'm posting your note in the News Room right now. I hope this brings a smile to your face. Thanks for writing all your messages!
Russ

Hi Russ. I'm Mariah. I'm 10 years old. I LOVE News-O-Matic because it's the best. I'm so HAPPY!!!!
Mariah

You make ME happy, Mariah! It means the world to know that you love News-O-Matic so much. 🌍 😊
Russ

Hey, Russ. Do you like Jupiter? And did you know that Jupiter has a big red storm?
Jonah

Hey, Jonah! I love Jupiter! In fact, I'm a big fan of space science! Jupiter's storm, also called the Great Red Spot, is a really cool fun fact! Did you also know that Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system? 🌌
Russ

What is the medal count for the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympics?
Patrick

Great question, Patrick! There are still a few events to go before the Paralympics wrap up. However, at the time of writing, the country of China is in the lead with 33 Paralympic medals in total. American athletes are in second place — they've won 19 medals at the Games! 🥇🥈🥉
Russ

Hi, Russ! My name is Madison! I LOVE News-O-Matic! I was wondering if you could make an article about eyes. It would be very fun and exiting!
Madison

Hi, Madison. I'm so glad to hear that you love News-O-Matic! An article about eyes does sound interesting! 👀 Check out our article called "Real Jobs! Optometrist!"
Russ

Hi, Russ. When is the next Super Bowl?
Greyson

Hi, Greyson! The Super Bowl happens once a year. The next one will be Super Bowl LXI. It will happen in February 2027. 🏈
Russ

Hi, Russ! I'm gonna quiz you! What type of rock is marble? Is it igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic?
Delgar

Hi! Marble is a metamorphic rock. You sound like you know a lot about rocks! Do you like to study them? 🪨
Russ

Russ, I am doing a project on Mars rovers, do you have any cool facts about them?
Addison

Did you know that NASA has sent five rovers to Mars? They are named Sojourner, Spirit and Opportunity, Curiosity, and Perseverance. You can read about Mars rovers on News-O-Matic. Try typing "rover" into the Search.
Russ

Hi, Russ!!!!! When was News-O-Matic made?
Tanabes

News-O-Matic published our first articles in November 2012. You can learn more about it by reading the article "The Story of News-O-Matic." Check it out!
Russ

Hi, Russ. My name is Bree. I have never written to you but I love reading on News-O-Matic. They are very fun. Do you think you can make a book of sea animals? Bye :)>
Bree

Hi, Bree! Thanks for writing to me. I like to hear from readers about what they're curious about. I'm glad you love reading on News-O-Matic! I'll see what I can do about adding an article about sea animals for you to read. Try typing your favorite sea creatures (like sharks or whales) into the Search!
Russ

How many sheep are in Ireland?
Duane

There are more than 3.5 million sheep in Ireland! 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑
Russ

Hey, Russ. When will be the next Oscars awards ceremony?
Eli

Hey, Eli. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presents the Oscars. The group hasn't shared the exact date for the 2027 Oscars award ceremony, but the ceremony usually occurs in February or March. Next year, you can look forward to a new award category. It is for stunts!
Russ

Hi, I’m Cora. Do you know where to find any articles about gymnastics?
Cora

Hi, Cora. You can find articles about gymnastics on News-O-Matic! Try typing "gymnastics" into the Search. Then you can find articles about that topic.
Russ

Hi, Russ I have one question. Are you a real person or an AI? If you are a real person, tell me about yourself, and if your are an AI, please give me facts about News-O-Matic and its backstory. Sincerely,
Dylan

Hi, Dylan. Thanks for your question. I am totally a real person. I'm from New York and my favorite food is pizza! You can learn more about me in the article "Author Spotlight: Russell Kahn." And you can learn more about News-O-Matic in an article too! It's called "3,000 Editions of News-O-Matic!"
Russ

Hey, Russ. I love the article about Hoppers. In fact, I went to see the movie Hoppers and I loved it. Love,
Carolyn

Hey, Carolyn. I also thought that article was super cool!
Russ

Hi, Russ! Can you please make a brain rot article?
Chris

Hi, Chris! "Brain rot" was named the 2024 Word of the Year by a group called the Oxford University Press. Hannah Marcum wrote a great article about it if you'd like to learn more! Try typing "Word of the Year: Brain Rot" into the Search! 🧠
Russ

Hi, Russ. I'm Myra. I ❤ News-O-Matic.
Myra

Hi. Myra! I'm so happy that you love News-O-Matic! It's encouraging to hear from readers like you.
Russ

Hi, Russ. How long have you been working for News-O-Matic?
Skyler

Thanks for your question, Skyler. I worked with a team to create News-O-Matic in 2012. So that is 14 years now!!!
Russ

Hi, Russ! Can you make an article about the World Baseball Classic? It just finished and USA made it to the championship but lost to Venezuela. Thanks,
Benjamin

You got it, Benjamin! I actually just wrote that story. It's called "Venezuela Wins World Baseball Classic." Hope you enjoy it! And thanks for reading News-O-Matic! ⚾⚾⚾
Russ

Hi, Russ! I wanted to know if you have an article about school uniforms. We are doing a persuasive writing unit in my class, and I would like to know.
Kiro

We do, Kiro! Ashley Morgan wrote it on August 20, 2025. Try typing "School Uniforms Around the World" into the Search bar! 🥋
Russ

Russ, do cicadas sting or bite? I am wondering.
West

Cicadas do not sting or bite! Have you ever seen a cicada?
Russ

Hey, Russ. Who was the first African American women to travel to space?
Chrissy

Hey, Chrissy! What a cool thing to be curious about. The first African American woman to travel to space was Dr. Mae Jemison. She was a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Endeavour on September 12, 1992. 🚀
Russ

Hey, Russ! Can you write an article about baking and cooking contests? I want to learn and see how professionals cook and bake all the amazing and yummy food and treats Sincerely,
Vivien

Sweet idea, Vivien! News-O-Matic has all sorts of articles about chefs and bakers, including some about contests! Try typing those words into the Search. And you should check out the article "Real Jobs: Chef" to hear what it's like to be a professional chef.
Russ

Hello, Russ. I was wondering if every country celebrates the different months (women's history, Black history, pacific islander) and if they celebrate them in similar ways as us here in the United States.
David

Hello, David. Good question. Not every country celebrates the same months or celebrates them the same way. For example, Canada does not celebrate Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It does celebrate Black History Month in February just like the United States does. However, while Women's History Month is March in the United States, it is October in Canada.
Russ

Hey, Russ! I heard about the first phone call. I wanted to know, how do people find out about stuff in history? Like, we weren't born in that time, so how do people find out like the Boston Tea Party and like small history stuff?
Sofia

I love your question, Sofia! Some people have an entire job to study and learn history. They are called historians. They know about history by reading records that people wrote during those times. For example, one way we know about the Boston Tea Party is that people who were born during that time wrote down what happened.
Russ

Hi, Russ. Are you a good reader?
Rayleigh

I think I'm a good reader, Rayleigh. That's because I think carefully and ask questions about what I'm reading. And I read a LOT. Reading is a skill that requires practice. But it's also fun!
Russ

Is News-O-Matic super popular? Because my school does it every day as long as its not Friday.
Isaac

I'm happy to hear you read News-O-Matic at school. Millions of other students around world also read it. You could call that pretty popular! What do you like to read?
Russ

I would like to know more Kid Governor things please!
Ahay

I have good news for you — there are more Kid Governor stories coming! We've shared stories of Kid Governors in Connecticut and Oklahoma so far. This year there were also Kid Governors elected in New Hampshire, Nebraska, and Vermont. Keep checking News-O-Matic for their stories!
Russ

Hey Russ, I really love News-O-Matic. If you see this can you respond please?
Jacob

I see your message, Jacob! And your note made me so happy. 😀 I'm honored to respond to you!
Russ