Lauren Monsen

Learn how USAID ensures the safety and quality of U.S.-provided food to recipients worldwide and how food programs promote development.

For more than 70 years, Japan and the United States have been close allies, cooperating on many issues. Here's a timeline of their partnership.

Each year, commencement speakers visit U.S. campuses with words of advice for new graduates. Here are nuggets of wisdom from recent speeches.

The Lend-Lease program played a big role in World War II. Learn how this U.S. program boosted a key ally, the Soviet Union, in the fight against Hitler.

Washington's Tidal Basin/National Mall area is threatened by climate change. Learn about ideas to keep it viable for future generations.

For 70-plus years, NATO has safeguarded peace and security in Europe. Now, say experts, the alliance is more important and united than ever.

In the U.S., where Ramadan embraces customs from around the world, three Muslims describe their own uniquely American Ramadan journeys.

U.S. households speaking languages other than English are growing. Learn why this trend enriches both America and the English language.

A renowned pianist explores the contributions of Black American composers in the rarefied world of classical music.