People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know

Mar 27, 2025

Women’s History Month: Dorothy Harrison Eustis

March is Women’s History Month: a time to remember and reflect on the many contributions of girls and women. This week btw takes a closer look at Dorothy Harrison Eustis, an important twentieth-century philanthropist (someone who donates money, time, and expertise to social causes). Eustis was responsible for opening the world’s first guide dog school, […]

People and Culture, Science and Technology, Stuff You Should Know

Mar 20, 2025

Women’s History Month: Rieko Homma True

What does good mental health mean to you? People from different cultural communities might have different ideas about mental health or hold negative opinions about treatment. They may also face prejudice or a lack of understanding when they try to receive mental health care. This week, in honor of Women’s History Month, btw takes a […]

Stuff You Should Know, World History

Mar 20, 2025

Carrier Pigeons in History

Did you know that animals have saved lives and delivered important information in war time? This week btw takes a closer look at carrier pigeons, which were used throughout history to carry lifesaving messages back and forth, often behind enemy lines. These amazing birds carried valuable information that led to rescue missions. They are still used […]

People and Culture, Science and Technology, Stuff You Should Know

Mar 13, 2025

Women’s History Month: Dr. Sylvia Earle

March is Women’s History Month–a time to remember and reflect on the many contributions and achievements of women and girls. This week btw takes a closer look at Dr. Sylvia Earle. Nicknamed “Her Deepness,” Earle is a groundbreaking scientist, deep-sea explorer, and activist who is still working and “making waves” today. A Remarkable Student Have […]

Stuff You Should Know, United States History

Mar 5, 2025

Women’s History Month: Women in the Cabinet

Women’s History Month is observed each March in the United States. It provides a time to honor the many historical contributions of women and girls. This week btw looks at the history of women officials who have served in past and present presidential administrations. President Trump has recently appointed several women to powerful positions in […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know, World

Mar 5, 2025

Modern Renovations for the Louvre Museum

When you think of Paris, France, you probably think of the Eiffel Tower. But the city is also the home of the Louvre–the most-visited museum in the entire world. The Louvre houses an estimated 35,000 pieces of priceless art and welcomes about 9 million visitors every year. But the ancient building is in need of […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know

Feb 25, 2025

Black History Month: Charles Harrison

February is Black History Month: a time to remember, honor, and celebrate the many contributions of Black Americans. This week btw takes a closer look at Charles Harrison. Mr. Harrison spent his career as a designer for Sears, Roebuck & Company and was responsible for many of the common items we use every day–from trash […]

Black History Month: Biden’s Pardon of Marcus Garvey

After the Fact, Government, Stuff You Should Know

Feb 20, 2025

Black History Month: Biden’s Pardon of Marcus Garvey

Black History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Americans. This week btw examines the life of activist and civil rights leader Marcus Garvey. He returned to news feeds recently because Garvey was pardoned for a 1923 mail fraud conviction by President Biden in January 2025. Read […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know

Feb 20, 2025

India’s Kumbh Mela Festival Marred by Recent Tragedy

Imagine a public festival that lasts for forty-five days and is attended by millions of people. That’s India’s Kumbh Mela Festival, a semi-regular event which took place in 2025 in January and February. Here, btw explores what the Kumbh Mela Festival is all about, and describes a tragedy that occurred at this year’s celebration. What […]

Stuff You Should Know, Top Stories

Feb 12, 2025

Oceti Sakowin Fight for Ownership of the Black Hills

There is a long history of land treaties between the U.S. government and Indigenous Native American people. But did you know that some of these disputes over land are still occurring today? In November 2024, a group of leaders of the Oceti Sakowin considered introducing a bill in the U.S. Congress to return a particularly […]