KidNuz: News for Kids 04.23.2025
Apr 23, 2025
Discover the moving farewell plans for Pope Francis, including his simple funeral wishes and the upcoming conclave. Dive into exciting global updates, like the latest on Instagram's age verification AI and a unique robot half marathon. Plus, enjoy a nostalgic moment with YouTube's first-ever video as it turns 20. With a mix of serious topics and fun updates, there's something for every curious mind!
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Pope Francis' Funeral and New Pope Selection
- Pope Francis' funeral is set for Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10 a.m. local time with global dignitaries attending.
- The new pope selection will start after May 6th in a conclave of cardinals with smoke signals indicating the results.
Instagram's AI Age Enforcement
- Instagram is using AI to identify and update accounts of users who misrepresent their age, especially kids registering as adults.
- Accounts identified are changed to teen status, which applies stricter privacy controls.
Briggs Cosman's Sailing and Robot Race Story
- Briggs Cosman competed in U.S. sailing trials and became the youngest U.S. team member in his age group.
- Briggs also reported on a Beijing half marathon where 21 robots raced with humans, with many robots failing but six finishing.