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Your daily kids news podcast.Help us improve Squiz Kids survey.Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a plan to protect kids online with "age verification" technology. This new trial will help ensure kids are old enough for social media. The goal? To keep young minds safe from harmful content. Sounds like a smart move!An adventurous scientist from Australia is trekking across Greenland's ice cap to study snow density. Armed with skis and sleds, these brave explorers are gathering data to understand why Greenland's ice is shrinking. Talk about a chilly but important mission!Farming has gone high-tech! Instead of horses and motorbikes, farmers are using drones to herd their livestock. These drones, controlled from miles away, guide cattle across the fields. It’s an amazing blend of tradition and technology!In Florida, school kids got a wild surprise when a huge alligator wandered onto their road. Wildlife officers had to wrestle and tape the massive reptile before relocating it far away. It’s not every day you see an alligator on the way to school!For the full episode transcript, click here.

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Your daily kids news podcastHelp us improve Squiz Kids survey.They don't have a school building but young students in Gaza have plenty of persistence. With the support of volunteer teachers and the UN, they're returning to school in tents and on sand, determined not to miss out on an education.The Mountain Chicken frog of Dominica, once a local delicacy, now battles extinction due to disease and weather. Conservationists and zoos globally rally to revive their dwindling numbers. Let's hope Dominicans hear their call in the wild again soon.Every year, Aussies toss 400,000 kg of hair, enough to impact the environment. Now, that hair could support green energy by being converted into graphite for battery production.Chongqing City Zoo offers a unique experience where visitors can feed lions and tigers from within a cage, providing a safe yet thrilling interaction with nature.Original video from the Chongquing zoo.How to conduct a reverse image search using Google.For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcastHelp us improve Squiz Kids survey.Hey kids, South Australia is on a mission to make under-14s go cold turkey on social media like TikTok and Instagram! They think it’s time to shield young eyes from the not-so-kid-friendly stuff online. It's going to be tough, but they're trying to make the internet a safer space.Treasurer Jim Chalmers has opened Australia’s piggy bank and guess what? There’s a surplus! That means more cash to splash in the coming years. Keep your ears perked up for the word 'surplus'—it’s good news!Over in Belgium, it's business in the front, party in the back at the Festival of the Mullet. More than 200 hair heroes rocked their cool cuts. Who knew a haircut could be the star of the show?Imagine chatting with whales! Scientists are decoding the ‘clicks’ and ‘clacks’ of sperm whales, getting closer to understanding their sea secrets. Maybe one day, we’ll all talk whale!For the full episode transcript, click here.

We'll take you through HOW YouTube came into being; WHO are some of the most famous YouTubers... and WHY you need to stop, think, and check when watching YouTube.For the full episode transcript, click here.LINKS: Newshounds, Squiz Kids' free media literacy curriculum: https://www.squizkids.com.au/about-newshounds/The first YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNQXAC9IVRwThe first million-view video: Ronaldinho magic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpU7lsKcL2sThe first billion-view video: Gangnam Style by PSY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bZkp7q19f0The Baby Shark video by PINKFONG Songs for Children: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqZsoesa55w

Your daily kids news podcastHelp us improve Squiz Kids survey.A magical display, the Aurora Australis, painted the Australian skies with waves of colour this weekend, thanks to a giant sunspot. Lucky onlookers in Tassie, Victoria, and Western Australia witnessed this rare celestial symphony of pinks, reds, greens, and blues. Truly a night to remember!In Morocco, donkeys weren't just beasts of burden—they were fashion icons at the Festibaz! Adorned in flowers and sequins, these hardworking animals strutted their stuff in a unique beauty pageant. Talk about working the runway!In a wild twist of nature, some crafty snakes have mastered the art of the 'play dead' to escape predators. This survival trick involves some messy tactics—yes, even using their own poo!Eurovision ended with a whirl as Switzerland's Nemo spun to the top on a spinning stage! Amidst the wild and wacky performances, from Baby Lasagna’s doily outfits to songs like "Rim Tim Tagi Dim," this music fest never fails to amaze and amuse.Squiz Kids Q+A with Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers.For the full episode transcript, click here.

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Your daily kids news podcast.Imagine Katy Perry dazzling at the Met Gala, except she wasn’t even there! A cheeky AI whipped up a photo so real, everyone thought Katy had hit the ball in a stunning gown. But nope, it was all digital magic! Remember, not everything we see online is true—watch out for those crafty AI creations!Silia Kapsis, a 17-year-old from Sydney, is rocking the Eurovision stage for Cyprus! With her super catchy song 'Liar,' she’s all set to dazzle in the grand final. Let’s cheer for Silia as she takes on the Eurovision challenge!Gaming alert! Nintendo’s gearing up to unveil the Switch 2, rumored to be packed with new goodies like longer battery life and funky controllers. Excitement is in the air, but it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit longer for the big reveal!This week, Squiz-E the Newshound shares a tail-wagging tale of caution! A grandmother nearly got tricked into giving her bank details to a scammer pretending to be Hollywood star Robert de Niro. Time to teach the grown-ups to Stop, Think, and Check just like Squiz-E does!For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast.Some boys just got expelled for making a list about girls' appearances. It's a big reminder about treating everyone with respect. And hey, let’s celebrate the amazing women and girls in our lives this Mother's Day!Talk about a bus ride adventure! When Acie Holland saw his bus driver pass out, he jumped to the rescue, stopping the bus and saving the day. This brave act turned him into his town's hero!Scientists are scratching their heads over how smart T-Rex really was. First, they thought it was as clever as a monkey, but now? Maybe just as sharp as a crocodile. Phew, imagine if those massive dinos were super smart too!Jeanine Kimm isn't just fast with the shears; she's record-breaking fast! Shearing 358 sheep in one chilly day, she's not only made history but also raised money for a great cause. What a champ!For the full episode transcript, click here.

Australia's Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers answers questions from Aussie kids in a special Squiz Kids Q+A.As Mr. Chalmers prepares for the task of presenting the Federal Budget, he takes time to answer a diverse array of questions from our young audience. Squiz Kids are curious about the complexities of managing a nation's finances, the personal stories behind a politician's career choice, and even the lighter side of life balancing high-profile responsibilities with family.For the full episode transcript, click here.