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The Ten News, News For Curious Kids

πŸ—žοΈ10 Things You Need to Know - 4/11/24

Apr 11, 2024
Topics include a total solar eclipse, confused animals, Cicadapocalypse, twisty weather, chef skills, world's oldest man, Paris Olympic prep, amazing basketball, very important cats, and National Pet Day.
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  • Animals displayed unusual behaviors during the total solar eclipse, but returned to normal afterwards.
  • Upcoming emergence of cicada broods, expected to appear in mid-May in the Midwest and Southeast U.S.

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A Total Solar Eclipse Across North America

On Monday, April 8th, a total solar eclipse captivated North America, drawing millions of spectators to witness the moon blocking out the sun. This rare event, occurring every 11-18 months worldwide, followed a path of totality from Mazatlan, Mexico to Newfoundland and spanned 15 U.S. states. Not only did humans enjoy the eclipse, but scientists and zookeepers at the Fort Worth Zoo observed animals displaying unusual behaviors, like heightened vigilance and curiosity. Despite these behaviors, all animals returned to normal patterns post-eclipse.

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