Follow this link to the arts base of "Smithsonian, the monthly magazine published by the Smithsonian Institution. Access arts-related content from the current issue of the magazine; link to ARTiculation, the Smithsonian's art blog; open photo galleries of images from the magazine's pages; and peruse a changing lineup of articles and features.

News stories are expanded to include analysis and world-wide ramifications. Students can click on a region to browse current stories.

A guide to more than 9,000 prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) in the USP DI and Advice for the Patient.

The purpose of NASA's Earth Observatory is to provide new satellite imagery and scientific information about our home planet to the public. The focus is on Earth's climate and environmental change.

In this section, you'll discover information on everything from drones and smart cars to Wikileaks, fake news, crowdfunding, and facial recognition technology.

Lessons include: (1) Understanding Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality. Learn the difference between virtual and augmented reality. (2) What is a Drone?. Learn how drones work and what they're used for. (3) What are Self-Driving Cars?. Learn more about the roles self-driving cars play in today's society and in the future. (4) What is 3D Printing?. Learn more about how 3D printers work and what they're used for. (5) What are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?. Learn more about genetically modified organisms, or GMOS, as well as the controversy surrounding them. (6) What is Machine Learning?. Discover how machine learning works. (7) Understanding Facial Recognition. Learn more about facial recognition technology and how it's used in everyday life. (8) How Will Automation Impact Our Lives?. Learn more about the role automation plays in our daily lives. (9) What is Lab-Grown Meat?. Learn more about the invention, rise, and potential risks of lab-grown meat. (10) Could Science Really Extend The Human Lifespan?. Learn about the research and realities of life extension. (11) How CRISPR Could Change The World. Learn about the world-changing potential of the gene editing tool CRISPR in this free lesson.

Reports of current economic news and analysis on PBS, NewsHour with Jim Lehrer.

The State Board approved the Social Studies Standards and Model Curriculum in February, 2018. This document contains the K-high school courses.

The U.S. Geological Survey reports on the latest news affecting the earth today, as well as providing a wealth of data, reports, and information.

A collection of articles from foreign newspapers about America and American policies, translated into English from their languages of origin. These articles give readers a view of America from abroad. Site includes both English translations and articles as they were originally published, whether in Arabic, French, Spanish, or in some other language. You will find articles that are both pro U.S. as well as those critical of U.S. policy. With links to major foreign media outlets and to selected news broadcasts on video.