• World News This Week

January 17-23

What's happening in the world - and how can kids understand it?

In this episode of World News This Week, kids ages 5-10 explore three real news stories, explained clearly and thoughtfully:

• / Why the Northern Lights were seen in Ireland - and the science behind this beautiful sky event

• How communities across the U.S. honored Martin Luther King Jr. Day through service and kindness

• How families around the world celebrate Vietnamese New Year and welcome a fresh start

This episode builds science knowledge, historical understanding, and global awareness — without fear or persuasion.

Perfect for car rides, family listening, and curious kids who want to understand the world they live in.

Episode: January 10-16, 2026

What's happening in the world right now — and how can kids understand it?

In this episode of World News This Week, we explore three real news stories from around the globe, explained clearly and calmly for kids ages 5-9.

This week, listeners will learn:

• Why Jupiter appeared brighter and closer in the night sky during a special moment called opposition

• IN How scientists and communities in Indonesia respond to heavy rain, flooding, and natural events

• * What the BLR Habba Festival is and how people in India celebrate art, music, and community This episode builds science knowledge, global awareness, and curiosity — without fear or persuasion.

Perfect for car rides, family listening, and helping kids understand the world they live in.

This week on World News This Week, we explore how scientists study our world — past, present, and planet.

In this episode, kids will learn:

• What archaeologists do and how they carefully uncover clues from the past

• Why January 8 is Earth's Rotation Day and how Earth's movement creates day and night

• How meteorologists track severe winter weather and help communities prepare

This calm, factual episode helps kids connect current events to science, history, and real life — without fear or persuasion.

Because kids don't just live in the world.

They deserve to understand it.