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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
President Biden Designates Francis Perkins National Monument
Have you ever heard of Frances Perkins? She was the first woman in a presidential Cabinet, and a key part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s administration during the Great Depression. She was also the longest-serving Labor Secretary in U.S. history. Last month, President Biden honored Perkins’ service and legacy by designating the Frances Perkins National […]
Remembering President Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. Aside from being the longest-living president in history, Carter also was known for his service, his faith, and his commitment to the environment and social justice. After his death, Carter was honored with more than […]
Native American Heritage Month: Kuwohi
Each year, millions of American and international tourists visit the over 400 National Park Service sites around the United States. The most popular park is Great Smoky Mountains National Park, located on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina. (Other popular national parks include Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona; Zion National Park in Utah; […]
Thanksgiving Turkey and Traditions
Americans love turkey on Thanksgiving, and it’s only fitting that the president pay homage to one of the countries dearest traditions. Just look at some of these turkey facts through American history. One of the country’s founding fathers Benjamin Franklin had proposed the turkey as the United States’ national bird, instead of the bald eagle. […]
President Formally Apologizes for U.S. Native American Boarding School Program
On October 25, President Joe Biden visited the Laveen Village near Phoenix, Arizona. He spoke at the Gila River Crossing School in the Gila River Indian Community. This is the home of the O’odham and the Pee-Posh Native American people. In his speech, President Biden apologized to the Native American community for the government’s Indian […]