Mary Jane Maxwell
In photos: Americans celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day
Ukrainian American communities throughout the United States celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day in festivals every August.
Young artists shine as citizen diplomats
Young artists from around the world participate in a Sister Cities International art competition to highlight world peace.
American ranchers feed China’s taste for beef
American beef is once again appearing on Chinese plates. The development is an example of how cooperation between the two countries can yield results.
Old highways and rail lines become gardens and walkways
Seoul, Sydney and Jerusalem are among cities that took a cue from New York and repurposed their old highways and railways into parks and trails.
Hollywood finds a partner in Jordan
To many, Jordan has become the Hollywood of the Middle East, with an award-winning film commission and a number of recent hit films shot there.
U.S.-Poland friendship reflected in rare digitized collection
What began as a gift of friendship between Poland and the U.S. more than 90 years ago is now a gift to researchers and genealogists around the world.
Technology lets us see inside a mummy
A New York museum highlights the technology that scientists use to draw connections between modern and ancient societies by examining a mummy.
Baltic embassies delight Washington with song and dance
Each year in Washington, thousands line up to get a glimpse inside the Baltic embassies and a taste of each country’s native food, art and entertainment.
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