Lenore T. Adkins
American Muslims can depend on halal food
For Ramadan, learn about two American organizations that review and certify various goods to ensure they are halal, meaning they comply with Islamic law.
The show goes on at these American jazz venues
April is Jazz Appreciation Month. Learn how three important American jazz venues are bringing their music to audiences around the world.
For Earth Day 2021, download this free poster
Earth Day, first marked in the United States in 1970, has grown into a worldwide movement. Download our Earth Day poster.
Get to know 5 notable Arab Americans
In the United States, an estimated 2.1 million people reported Arab ancestry. Meet five Arab Americans who are making a difference in the world.
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield represents the United States at the U.N.
Linda Thomas-Greenfield is the new U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. Learn about her background and the new challenges she'll face.
USAID makes hand-washing more accessible
Read on to find out how USAID is making hand-washing, a critical part of preventing the spread of COVID-19, more accessible in developing countries.
Stopping criminals who traffic wildlife
Pangolins and rhinos are two of the most trafficked animals in Africa to satisfy intense demand from China. See what America's doing to thwart it.
César Chávez’s place at the White House
President Biden added a bust of labor activist César Chávez to the Oval Office as a sign of his belief in the dignity of workers. Learn more about Chávez.
The Lovings paved the way for interracial marriages
Valentine's Day celebrates love, but it was once illegal for interracial couples to marry in certain U.S. states. The Lovings helped eliminate those laws.