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Joy Harjo, a Native American poet, playwright and musician, has been named the new U.S. poet laureate by the Library of Congress.

The U.S. announces the formation of the Commission on Unalienable Rights to review the vital role of human rights in American foreign policy.

Many people of Chinese heritage in the U.S. are turning to farming, choosing what crops to grow based on personal interests as well as market demand.

What's a holiday everyone can celebrate? In the U.S., one is Independence Day, celebrated each July 4, complete with food and fireworks.

On July 4, 1776, America's Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. Do you know about other events in U.S. history that fell on the Fourth?

Every year on July 4, communities across the U.S. gather to watch patriotic-themed fireworks in celebration of Independence Day.