The United States, like other nations, sets aside certain days each year to commemorate events or individuals with a suspension of work activities and public and/or religious ceremonies. Learn about U.S. holidays.
Five Indian-American comics and a Nigerian American joke about religious and ethnic stereotypes during an evening of stand-up comedy aimed at fighting intolerance.
American cuisine, like the U.S. population, incorporates a rich mix of ethnic influences. From the bounty of a Thanksgiving table to the ubiquitous fast-food hamburger, the American diet has something for every palate, and typical American fare is anything but typical. We invite you to sample some U.S. dishes.
Initiatives like the Disability in Sport program at Northeastern University in Boston work to make mainstream sports more inclusive and to increase support for sporting competitions for the disabled.
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