Mar 17, 2023

Questions Raised After Tinubu’s Presidential Election Victory in Nigeria

On February 25, 2023, Bola Tinubu was named winner of Nigeria’s presidential election. But Tinubu’s presidential opponents and several election observers have questioned the fairness of the results. Nigerian government officials have defended the election process. Tinubu is set to be sworn in on May 29, 2023. He will be the West African country’s fifth […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know

Mar 16, 2023

Women’s History Month: Remembering Judy Heumann

Women’s History Month is celebrated every March in the United States. This is a time to honor and celebrate women’s contributions to American history. This week btw takes a closer look at the life and contributions of Judy Heumann, a leading disability rights activist. Heumann died on March 4, 2023, at the age of 75. […]

Stuff You Should Know, Top Stories

Mar 16, 2023

Senate Acts After Train Derailment

A train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed last month in eastern Ohio. U.S. senators have introduced a new rail safety bill to prevent future railroad disasters and held a hearing to learn more about the incident. Details continue to emerge about the environmental and health impacts on the community. Here, btw takes a closer look at the accident, […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know, Top Stories

Mar 10, 2023

Recognizing Women with Place Names: Five Canadian Mountains

Have you ever noticed that most geographical locations are named after men? While the number of men and women are relatively equal, there are fewer geographical locations named after women. When you eliminate the categories of Christian saints, Greek goddesses, and queens, even fewer landmarks are named to honor women. A lack of women-inspired place […]

Current Events, Stuff You Should Know, United States, World

Mar 9, 2023

President Biden Visits Ukraine on Anniversary of Russian Invasion

On February 20, 2023, United States President Joe Biden made a surprise visit to Kyiv, the capital city of Ukraine. The historic visit was a demonstration of the United States’ support for Ukraine ahead of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion on February 24, 2022. President Biden spent roughly five hours in Kyiv meeting with […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know, Top Stories, United States

Mar 8, 2023

Women’s History Month: The Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum

In December 2020, Congress approved funding for the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum. This museum will honor American women’s accomplishments, their histories, and the communities they represent. While the museum organization has hosted many online and in-person events and programs, the physical museum hasn’t been constructed yet. The website for the museum says that it […]

Stuff You Should Know, World

Mar 3, 2023

New Discoveries Help Explain Egyptian Mummification

When you hear the words “ancient Egypt,” you probably think about mummies. You may have learned about them in school or seen them in movies. But have you ever wondered exactly how ancient people were able to preserve mummies for thousands of years, without the benefit of modern technology? Scientists have wondered about this too. […]

Economics, Stuff You Should Know, World

Mar 2, 2023

Study Reveals Benefits of a 4-Day Workweek

A pilot program of a 4-day workweek recently concluded in the United Kingdom. The study lasted from June to December 2022. The largest study to date, it involved 2,900 employees from 61 companies. To test a shorter workweek, employees were paid for five days of work each week, but only asked to work the equivalent […]

People and Culture, Stuff You Should Know, United States

Mar 2, 2023

Cookbook Highlights Impact of African American Chefs

African American chefs have had a major impact on American food. Many of today’s popular food preparations, from delicious dinners to tasty treats, were developed by enslaved and free African Americans who lived there. However, most of these great chefs are unknown, and their important contributions have not received due credit. In 2000, though, a […]

Current Events, Stuff You Should Know

Feb 24, 2023

The Navajo Nation Elects a New President

Dr. Buu Nygren became the Navajo Nation president on January 10, 2023, in Fort Defiance, Arizona, after campaigning to improve public services and the economy. Nygren’s presidency makes history. He is the youngest Navajo Nation president at 36, and he has never held political office. His running mate, Vice President Richelle Montoya, is also the […]