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Learn more about the current heatwave and how it's affecting people across the world.

"I want to give people the same opportunity that D.C. gave me" — Angelina Rose, head chef at The Go-Go Museum & Café

"... this bill really could drive the next political cycle entirely on its own." —Lisa Desjardins, correspondent for PBS News Hour

Learn more about the Smithsonian's newest time capsule, which will not open to the public until 2075.

Explore technological, artistic and scientific innovations throughout U.S. history

Learn how hoaxes, lies and misinformation about emergency response to Hurricane Helene has hampered recovery

Hear from Chris Woods about how a STEM education helps students develop their problem-solving skills

Learn about new research showing the Paris Agreement’s climate goal may not be enough to stop dangerous sea level rise

Learn about how politicians are trying to reshape how American history is taught and the important actions people are taking in response

"We are not just numbers ... We are human beings." - Amani Swalha, displaced Palestinian