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Americans welcome Nowruz with music [video]
Two Iranian-born, U.S.-based musicians explain how music connects people of different backgrounds as they gather for the Nowruz holiday.
Working to keep the world safe from nuclear weapons
The U.S. works with other countries to reduce risks from nuclear weapons and improve access to peaceful uses of nuclear technology.
A beginner’s guide to America
Roya Hakakian, a human rights activist, poet, author and naturalized U.S. citizen, shares memories of adjusting to life in America.
Authoritarian regimes target journalists worldwide
Authoritarian regimes are harassing journalists beyond their borders, watchdog groups say. Learn how threats to press freedom span international boundaries.
Online Nowruz connects Americans to the world
Mindful of the ongoing pandemic, U.S. museums and cultural centers are helping Americans celebrate Nowruz safely and joyfully in 2021.
In Yemen, U.S. seeks peace, provides humanitarian aid
The U.S. has pledged an additional $191 million in humanitarian aid to help the people of Yemen and is committed to efforts to end the war.
Free speech: Protecting citizens’ voices advances societies
While many countries punish citizens for expressing their views, the United States protects freedom of speech as vital to democracy.
Khamenei deprives Iranian people of COVID-19 vaccines
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is blocking everyday Iranians' access to COVID-19 vaccines made by U.S. and European producers.
U.S. sanctions Iranian regime officials involved in kidnapping
The U.S. imposed sanctions on Iranian intelligence officials for the kidnapping and years-long detention of American hostage Robert Levinson.