Rendering of aerial view of classical Chinese garden at National Arboretum (Courtesy of the National China Garden Foundation)

How azaleas can bring Americans closer to China

Filled with beauty and symbolism, the classical Chinese garden being built at the U.S. National Arboretum shows how China-U.S. ties are growing.
Close-up portrait of a brown dog with a red collar (State Dept./D.A. Peterson)

Alvin the dog can sniff out trouble

Belgian Malinois dogs are used by police, guards and the military to keep airports, public events and even the White House safe.
Three men standing in front of wall of pink flowers (© Andrey Natotsinsky)

Meet Pompeya, the Russian indie rock band touring America [video]

Russian band Pompeya wins over fans in America with their unique sound and lyrics. Watch what the buzz is about and how they're bringing Russia to the U.S.
People in red car looking at U.S. and Cuban flags (© AP Images)

U.S. supports the people of Cuba

The United States seeks to improve the livelihoods of the Cuban people and to connect Cuba to the United States and other countries.
Men walking and holding up eagles (© AP Images)

Kyrgyzstan hosts a dramatic display of nomadic traditions [video]

Cultures gathered for the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan. Each group competed in traditional sports like eagle hunting and the intense game kok-boru.
Man standing and waving over balcony and people clapping (© Jessica Griffin/ Philadelphia Orchestra)

Mongolia’s president visits Philadelphia, with music on his mind [video]

President Elbegdorj of Mongolia recently visited Philadelphia to celebrate his country's cultural partnership with the U.S. and catch a special concert.
Woman speaking into the camera (State Dept.)

Youth & the Global Agenda Webchat

Want to participate in global issues but don't know where to start? U.N. Youth Observer Nicol Perez is taking your questions on September 27 at 15:00 UTC.
Grover the Muppet (left) and Antony Blinken (State Dept.)

Grover the Muppet says refugees are ‘just like us’ [video]

Catch the one-on-one talk about the current refugee crisis between Deputy Secretary of State Tony Blinken and a furry blue Muppet, Grover.
Large group of Africans (© AP Images)

At summit on refugees, leaders see the faces behind the numbers...

At a summit on refugees, leaders take steps to raise more humanitarian aid and educate more kids. Learn about the refugee crisis in this video they watched.