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I'm Kim. Today is Friday, March twenty eighth, twenty twenty five, and we begin with a dreamy reason to forget about slam dunks and buzzer beaters.
Rescued brown bears from around the globe are facing off in March napness, a bracket style competition to see who can hibernate the longest. The contest is run by Four Paws, an animal welfare group with over 135 rescues across seven sanctuaries.
To win a bear must out -snooze its fellow competitors, though snack breaks and stretch sessions are allowed. According to NPR, 23 bears entered the sleepy showdown with less than half remaining.
Last year, the winner slept deep into April, winning the ultimate title sleepiest bear of the year.
As far as that other tournament -making headlines, both the men and women of college basketball are in the middle of the Sweet 16.
Remember that mix -up we mentioned the other day where a top journalist was reportedly added by accident to a secret group chat about a military mission?
Now Congress may take a closer look.
Two high -ranking lawmakers from the Senate Armed Services Committee, one Republican and one Democrat, have asked for a bipartisan investigation into how it happened and what, if any, classified information was shared.
According to the New York Times, while the Signal app is encrypted, its use is explicitly prohibited under a 2023 Defense Department memo that bans non -Department of Defense messaging systems and unclassified systems government issued or otherwise for classified national security information.
Those on the call say the info wasn't classified — critics believe otherwise.
In true media form, the scandal even has a name — Signalgate.
Scientists have made a startling discovery deep in Mongolia's Gobi Desert, a fully preserved dinosaur fossil belonging to a previously unknown species.
The nearly footlong claw suggests the creature they're calling Duonychus socked -butari had two fingers on each hand, stood nearly 10 feet tall, and weighed in at almost 600 pounds.
Cousin to the T. rex, the newly discovered dino, is part of the Therosinosaur family, which means it most likely was also covered in feathers, adding to its already odd -looking demeanor.
Researchers say the creature probably used its unusually sharp, impressive talons to grab leafy branches off trees and help with self -defense.
A sitcom joke just turned into a real restaurant and fans are eating it up.
Chili's is opening its very first location in Scranton, Pennsylvania, nearly 20 years after it became the backdrop for a famous episode of The Office.
Though many Kid News listeners weren't around when the show originally aired, we're pretty sure your parents have watched what is now one of the most streamed shows ever.
This new restaurant leans into nostalgia with colorful tile tables, murals recreated by the chain's original artist, and the return of long -lost menu items like the Awesome Blossom giant onion ring cluster.
The one struggling restaurant chain is experiencing a serious comeback thanks to TikTok videos posted by its fans.
It started with a tossed shoe, a Celine Dion song, and a dancer who missed his flight.
Professional dancer Blake McGrath filmed a spontaneous routine at his departure gate last fall, only to realize too late that he was at the wrong gate.
That 20 -second clip went viral and launched a global trend, with dancers pirouetting through terminals from New Jersey to New Zealand.
Many kids, and even non -dancers, are getting in on the fun, spinning and hopping through security lines and near -baggage claims to the delight of fellow travelers and millions of online fans.
As the Airport Dance Challenge continues to take off, McGrath is thrilled by all the joy he's spawned, but hopes everyone keeps safety in mind, especially if they're tossing their shoes.
Still to come, a kitchen mishap that nearly took a champion out of the game.
But first, we want to shout out Tyler Garcia of South Orange, New Jersey, who's turning 11.
Tyler, your family is so excited to see what this year brings to their programming wizard, culinary genius, and flag football master.
Your dad, mom, and Ellis Danes want you to know they love you very much. Have a great day, Tyler.
Before we get to the quiz, just a quick programming note.
Like a lot of you, our team is looking forward to spring break next week.
We'll be back on the air Monday, April 7.
Now, today's KidNews quiz.
What are some rescued brown bears competing for in March Naptness?
To see who can hibernate the longest, where were the remains of a newly discovered dinosaur found?
In Mongolia's Gobi Desert.
What famous TV show's setting is getting its first -ever Chili's restaurant in Scranton, Pennsylvania?
The Office What viral trend did Blake McGrath accidentally start at the airport?
A dance challenge And in our Kid News kicker, golf great, Scottie Scheffler, may be a master on the course, but not so much in the kitchen.
The reigning Masters winner unveiled the menu for his upcoming Champions Dinner, which features a special dish he loved growing up, Papa Chef's meatball and ravioli bites.
His dad's now -famous ravioli is stealing the show, as it's the same dish he attempted to make from scratch for his family over the Christmas holidays.
After substituting a wine glass for a rolling pin, the pro golfer ended up with a hand injury that required surgery and delayed the start of his season.
According to the Associated Press, Sheffler won't be making papa chef's recipe for this year's Champions Dinner, so all is well.
Thanks again to the Garcia family of South Orange, New Jersey, for sponsoring today's quiz.
Happy 11th birthday to Tyler Garcia, and hello to all his friends and fellow Foxes at Farbrook School.
And high fives for our other Kid News classrooms, Mrs. Klein and her sea stars at Stonehouse School in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Mr. B and his Swifts at Chapman School in Portland, Oregon.
To California for Ms. Garcia and her Bulldogs at Arbuckle School in Arbuckle.
And Mrs. Hossy and her Hawks at Hidden Hills School in San Ramon. Thanks for listening.
Our loyal fans know that about once a month we do a longer format Kid News Convo's episode tied to a big story in the headlines if you have something that you'd like to hear us spend more time on please send us an email at wehearyouatkidnews .org and a reminder we're off next week so we'll see you back here for more kid news on Monday April 7
