Watch these American athletes at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games
Nearly 100 Special Olympics athletes from the U.S. will compete in the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin. Get to know some of them.
Meet Opal Lee, ‘grandmother of Juneteenth’
Opal Lee, a 96-year-old activist from Texas, worked hard to get Juneteenth recognized as a federal holiday. Learn how she did it.
Demonstrating the power of a free press
Several reporters from Africa recently visited the U.S. through the Murrow program to learn more about how independent media outlets operate.
Bringing a taste of Africa to the U.S. Midwest
A native of Somalia who operates restaurants in Minnesota inspired by African flavors won a small business award.
Investigating war crimes and other atrocities in Ukraine
Learn what the U.S. and the international community are doing to investigate alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine.
How Arlington became a final resting place for veterans
America honors fallen U.S. soldiers on Memorial Day. Learn more about Arlington National Cemetery, where thousands of them were laid to rest.
Meet star U.S. athletes who credit their Tongan heritage
Many Tongan American athletes are making a name for themselves in pro sports and shining a light on the their culture.
Pickleball for the people
Learn how a game with a funny name — pickleball — is taking over community tennis courts and backyards all over America.
Asian American scientists who imagined a healthier world
Discoveries of Asian American researchers have contributed to advances that treat HIV/AIDS and protect millions from viruses like COVID-19.