The Old Grey Lady aka The New York Times Stands Up For Press Freedom And Sues The Pentagon Over Press Policies
Today, The New York Times filed a lawsuit against the Department of Defense, also known as the Department of War, in opposition to its new press policy that punishes journalists…
Smithsonian Premieres Season 12 of Flagship Podcast “Sidedoor”
Listeners Can Explore Historical Mysteries, Scientific Discoveries and More With Smithsonian Experts and Collections The Smithsonian’s flagship podcast Sidedoor launches its 12th season on Nov. 26. Lizzie Peabody, senior producer…
Stay with Sojourn and live like a local during your Washington, D.C. trip
By J.C. Thomas Anyone planning a trip to Washington, D.C. for any reason—work, an internship, weekend getaway, or family vacation—will find no shortage of accommodation options. Hotels in the nation’s…
The National WWII Museum Hosting Special Exhibit Highlighting Nazi Campaign against Modern Art
NEW ORLEANS, LA — A special exhibit examining the Nazi campaign against modern art and music is now on display at The National WWII Museum through May 10, 2026. Originally…
Renowned Top of the World Restaurant at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower Unveils Seasonal Dishes and Drinks
LAS VEGAS, NV – The award-winning Top of the World, located more than 800 feet above the Las Vegas Strip atop The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower, has unveiled a…
2.9 Billion Gallons of Clean Drinking Water Added to California’s Supply with New Investments
What you need to know: Governor Newsom’s strategy to create more water infrastructure continues, with eight new projects up and down the state to add 2.9 billion gallons to the…
Padilla, Mullin Bill Strengthening Cybersecurity for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Signed Into Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), co-founder of the Senate Mental Health Caucus, announced that his bipartisan legislation to strengthen the cybersecurity protocols for the 988 Suicide…
National Portrait Gallery Announces “Portrait of a Nation: 2025 Honorees”
Exhibition of Never-Before-Seen and Newly Acquired Portraits Opens Dec. 12 The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery will present “Portrait of a Nation: 2025 Honorees” Dec. 12, featuring the four recipients of…
Administrator Loeffler Applauds House Passage of “Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act”
H.R. 3174 doubles SBA manufacturing loan limits from $5 million to $10 million WASHINGTON — Earlier in the week, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) applauded…
Anacostia Community Museum Hosts Weeklong Kwanzaa Celebration
The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum continues its nearly 60-year tradition of celebrating Kwanzaa with weeklong programming Dec. 26–Jan. 1, 2026. Throughout the celebration, museum educators will also offer free, hour-long…