You may have heard America described as a “melting pot,” which is the truth. There is absolutely no one way to be “American.” Immigrants and descendants of immigrants contribute diverse languages, cultures, religions, and traditions that only serve to make the U.S. stronger.

Milk, cream, and sugar: these three simple ingredients form the basis of ice cream, a refreshing summertime treat enjoyed around the world. Ben & Jerry’s, an American ice cream company, has a pretty sweet history.

In Ukraine, I am grateful to work on managing projects that help journalists counter Russian disinformation and create an open dialogue regarding issues like rule of law and free elections. Get to know one FS Officer currently working at the U.S. embassy Kyiv, Ilona Aleksandrova!

Some interesting facts you might not have known about the flag, its history, and its role in modern discourse.

The process of stellar birth is quite beautiful, as are the many gaseous regions in which they are born. Looking at these objects all the way from our little corner of the universe gives a great sense of wonder and humility!

My favorite part about working in Ukraine and Moldova is getting to interact with all of the amazing, energetic, and interesting young people who are trying to make their countries better. Getting to work with people is the favorite part of my job. 

Having a higher EQ can lead to more career success, help us become more emotionally stable, and can help to learn how to deal with negative emotions.

The United States has many different travel destinations. From Los Angeles to New York City to the Midwest and South, the US is filled with famous landmarks that surely appear on thousands of bucket lists. Sometimes, however, the true adventure lies in places less traveled to.

These fun websites and apps can help you understand how to pronounce new words and work on your pronunciation of old words.