Lenore T. Adkins
The world’s largest library offers digital collections
Did you know you can find a rundown of popular memes in the Library of Congress' digital collections? Learn about its other treasures.
What is a chamber of commerce?
State and local chambers of commerce are famous for holding ribbon-cutting ceremonies but do so much more. Get a sense of those duties here.
5 experiments aboard the International Space Station
Read about some of the experiments aboard the International Space Station, including one that attempts to understand fires on Earth.
Genetically engineered crops can survive floods or droughts. Here’s how.
Some crops are genetically engineered to thrive in droughts and floods. Learn what they are and how they've adapted to climate change.
Genetically engineered crops can slow climate change. Here’s how.
Did you know that some crops are genetically engineered to resist insects and tolerate herbicides? Learn how they mitigate climate change.
How do sign language interpreters work?
Learn about the federal laws that require sign language interpreters in the United States and where you'll regularly find them.
Bringing Silicon Valley to the children of nearby farm workers
Learn about a teenage tech dynamo who is bringing coding to the children of farm workers in the "salad bowl of the world."
Memorials can make history more inclusive
Learn how the current push for racial equality in the United States is prompting Americans to rethink their memorials and commemorations.
The 5 most popular national parks during the pandemic [photo gallery]
July 31 is World Ranger Day! Learn about five of America's most visited national parks (there are 423 parks total) and what keeps guests coming back.