Who made Athlete of the Year?
Professional basketball player LeBron James and Olympic gold medalist gymnast Simone Biles each won another top honor: 2016′s Athlete of the Year.
Exploring history underwater
Diving with a Purpose teaches volunteer divers how to survey undocumented shipwrecks, including slave ships that offer clues about the African diaspora.
Wanted: Portraits of top female athletes
Women in America excel at sports, but their images can be hard to find. The National Portrait Gallery is building up its collection showing female athletes.
U.S. athletes to watch at the 2022 Winter Olympics [photo gallery]
The 2022 Winter Olympics are almost here! Meet some of the U.S. athletes aiming to make sports history and dazzle spectators.
A new émigré Russian writer makes waves in the U.S.
Boris Fishman is considered one of the great authors of our time. Here, he discusses his cultural influences and love of the English language.
Fireworks light up the sky on the 4th of July [video]
Every year on July 4, communities across the U.S. gather to watch patriotic-themed fireworks in celebration of Independence Day.
Exploring religious freedom and diversity in the U.S.
Religious freedom is a founding principle of the U.S. A group of international visitors traveled the U.S. for an up-close look at religion in American life.
Civilians exploring space is quintessentially American
Opening opportunities for spaceflight to private businesses is a natural progression that reflects America’s spirit of entrepreneurialism.
Holiday treasures at Washington’s National Cathedral
Discover a seasonal treat at Washington's National Cathedral, which offers an annual exhibition of nativity scenes from around the world.