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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.
People participating in religious ceremony on beach (© Antonello Veneri/AFP/Getty Images)

U.S. stands with defenders of religious freedom

The U.S. supports international partners' work to defend religious freedom around the world. Learn more about how.
Composite image of Nigar Nazar drawing, cartoon character Gogi leaning on Nazar's chair (Courtesy of Nigar Nazar)

Pakistan recognizes U.S. exchange program alumni with national awards

Pakistan recently gave awards to several alumni of U.S. government exchange programs. Learn more about their contributions to Pakistan.
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New U.S. Embassy in Tonga shows ‘enduring commitment’

The U.S. opened an embassy in Tonga, building on a partnership that is addressing issues such as economic development and the climate crisis.
A Japanese flag and a U.S. flag in front of a dark blue background (© Itsuo Inouye/AP)

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.
Actor Chadwick Boseman, dressed in graduation gown and waving to crowd (© Eric Thayer/Reuters)

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.
Katherine Luzuriaga in lab coat and blue rubber gloves holding pipette (Courtesy of UMass Chan Medical School)

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.
Andrei Sakharov and Yelena Bonner standing in urban setting (© Daniel Janin/AFP/Getty Images)

Honoring human rights champion Andrei Sakharov

Prominent musicians will perform a benefit concert at Carnegie Hall in New York in honor of Andrei Sakharov, a respected Russian scientist.
Activists holding rainbow flag in parade (© Andre Penner/AP)

A day to stop discrimination against LGBTQI+ people

Learn more about the forms of discrimination LGBTQI+ people face and how everyone can create a more inclusive world.