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Mining diamonds in Africa while supporting the community
In Côte d’Ivoire, a growing number of artisanal mining operations use techniques that help them find more diamonds while protecting the environment.
U.S. defends the world’s access to oil through Strait of Hormuz
The United States and regional allies are committed to keeping the sea lanes open in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important international straits.
Smithsonian honors Special Olympics athletes and history
A new museum exhibition traces the roots of the Special Olympics organization, focusing on founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver and four accomplished Special Olympians.
How U.S. caught Iran’s Central Bank funneling money to Hezbollah [infographic]
Iran funnels money for terrorism from the Quds Force through the Central Bank of Iran and a bank with ties to Hezbollah. Learn what the U.S. discovered.
Change is in the air at a popular Smithsonian museum
The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is often called “America’s favorite museum.” Learn how its new director plans to extend its reach.
Progress in curbing trachoma, a blinding, infectious disease
U.S. taxpayers and pharmaceutical companies are leading the way in curbing tropical diseases such as blinding trachoma. The threat has been eliminated in Ghana and Nepal.
