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Beijing’s attempted censorship in Europe
Beijing uses economic and political power to try to threaten European countries and institutions into censoring events and conversations it doesn't like.
Americans give back during the holidays [photo gallery]
Each year, millions of Americans volunteer in their communities to help those who are less fortunate celebrate the holidays.
Winter holidays in the U.S. [photo gallery]
Dancing and singing, Americans celebrate winter holidays with joyful tunes. This photo gallery shows moments of jubilation across the United States.
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, and a game called ‘dreidel’
Learn about the Jewish festival Hanukkah. This is part of a series that looks at religious holidays as observed by Americans.
A champion of religious freedom in Brazil
Ivanir dos Santos, a Candomblé priest, has championed religious freedom in Brazil for decades. His Afro-Brazilian religion is the target of persecution.
Equipping teenage girls to be scientists or engineers
What happens when 100 girls from five different countries come together for a science and technology camp? Teamwork, friendship and skills-building
This startup helps the environment … and its workers
An innovative Panamanian startup supports women in business, provides jobs for paroled prisoners and helps to recycle organic waste.
U.S. produces more energy. Two words explain how. [infographic]
Through relentless innovation, the United States has gone from depending on foreign fuel to being a net exporter of oil and other petroleum products.
In photos: Yazidi women clear ISIS bombs
Yazidi women working for the Mines Advisory Group clear land mines and explosives from formerly ISIS held areas in northern Iraq.