U.S.: ‘No exceptions’ for Iranian oil importers
The U.S. announces it is ending all waivers to countries purchasing Iranian crude oil and ensures a steady transition to other oil suppliers.
Notre Dame bells ‘will sound again’
Americans express their sorrow over the fire at Notre Dame and pledge support in the repair of this "irreplaceable symbol of Western civilization."
America’s love for Notre Dame
The iconic French cathedral Notre Dame de Paris has a long history of importance to the people of America, as illustrated in these beautiful photos.
Cherry blossom trees symbolize enduring U.S.-Japan ties [video]
Take a virtual walk among the cherry trees surrounding the Tidal Basin in Washington and learn more about their history in this 360-degree video!
Do Confucius Institutes threaten academic freedom?
Academics and policymakers say the Chinese Communist Party exports censorship to universities in other countries through its cultural centers.
Before and after 1979: Women’s rights in Iran
While women around the world have been breaking barriers for decades, Iranian women have struggled to gain back the basic human freedoms they lost in 1979.
A rare glimpse of the document that started NATO
Visitors to the National Archives Museum can now see the North Atlantic Treaty, the document that marked the start of the NATO partnership in 1949.
March Madness explained
If you come to study in the U.S., you’ll find that this is the time of year when college students and other Americans become obsessed with March Madness.
‘Nowruz Mubarak!’ U.S. sends Persian New Year greetings [video]
President Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo send warm greetings to everyone celebrating Nowruz in the U.S. and around the world.