Michael Laff
U.S. charities expand access to safe water worldwide
U.S. charities are delivering safe water to communities in Africa and Latin America. Learn how these groups connect people to safe water sources.
Women tackle firefighting’s risks and rewards
Women in the United States are rising up the ranks of firefighting and leading all-female crews in a field traditionally dominated by men. Learn more here.
U.S. provides $80 million in aid to the Sahel
The United States is providing emergency assistance to the Sahel region. Learn more about how this aid will help people in five African nations.
Blinken affirms America’s ‘steadfast commitment’ to NATO
NATO has been a cornerstone of peace and security for decades. Learn how the U.S. and NATO are tackling modern challenges.
American Samoan woman makes history in U.S. Air Force
Jacinta Migo is the first native American Samoan woman to achieve the rank of chief master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Learn more about her service.
Inventive COVID-19 mask designs come from U.S. universities
University researchers have created color-changing COVID-19 sensors, face mask designs for easier breathing and new tests to detect coronavirus.
U.S. and India partner to fight poverty in Asia, Africa
The United States and India are partnering to help farmers in Africa protect crop yields and to improve health outcomes in countries in Asia.
U.S.-India defense cooperation advances Indo-Pacific security
The U.S. and India's defense partnership is creating jobs and exports in both countries while advancing security. Learn more about the collaboration.
Llama antibodies could protect against COVID-19
Small antibodies, known as nanobodies, taken from a llama could prove to be effective against COVID-19. Read more about U.S. medical research.