Lauren Monsen
Making sure food for the world’s hungry is safe
Learn how USAID ensures the safety and quality of U.S.-provided food to recipients worldwide and how food programs promote development.
Timeline of U.S.-Japan diplomatic history
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.
The commencement speech: A U.S. college tradition
Each year, commencement speakers visit U.S. campuses with words of advice for new graduates. Here are nuggets of wisdom from recent speeches.
America sent gear to the USSR to help win World War...
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.
As a memorial turns 80, it gets a boost
Washington's Tidal Basin/National Mall area is threatened by climate change. Learn about ideas to keep it viable for future generations.
NATO has brought 74 years of stability to Europe
For 70-plus years, NATO has safeguarded peace and security in Europe. Now, say experts, the alliance is more important and united than ever.
On Ramadan in America
In the U.S., where Ramadan embraces customs from around the world, three Muslims describe their own uniquely American Ramadan journeys.
The United States is rich in languages
U.S. households speaking languages other than English are growing. Learn why this trend enriches both America and the English language.
Black composers: Shaping America’s music
A renowned pianist explores the contributions of Black American composers in the rarefied world of classical music.