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Commerce's Blank on U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:57:50 -0400

Acting Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank, in an address to the American Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Panama, describes the benefits to both nations of the Panama–United States Trade Promotion Agreement.

State Department Daily Press Briefing

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:56:38 -0400

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki briefs reporters in Washington on a range of international topics.

Kerry, Others at Meeting on Combating Trafficking in Persons

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:41:57 -0400

Secretary of State Kerry and other administration officials discuss efforts to monitor and combat trafficking in persons.

Obama Proclamation on World Trade Week 2013

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:43:53 -0400

President Obama proclaims May 19 through May 25 World Trade Week and encourages all Americans to observe the week with events, trade shows and educational programs that celebrate the benefits of trade and the global economy.

Native American Roots in Oklahoma

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:15:39 -0400

Experience the rich traditions of Native American culture at Oklahoma City’s Red Earth Festival.

U.S. Agencies Cite Progress Against Human Trafficking

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:22:23 -0400

Better coordination among U.S. federal government agencies is showing results in the struggle to end human trafficking, U.S. officials say.

New Mexico’s Market for Traditional Art

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:09:13 -0400

From beaded necklaces and carved wooden boxes to handwoven hammocks and flat weave carpets, the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market has the world’s best folk art.

Diving High and Low in Chicago

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:57:10 -0400

Experience the sky-high thrills of the 55th annual Chicago Air and Water Show.

Celebrating Minnesota’s Bounty

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:40:21 -0400

Attracting nearly 1.8 million visitors a year, the Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest expositions in the world.

Riding the Rodeo in Wyoming

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:36:01 -0400

Dust off your boots and find your cowboy hat for Cheyenne Frontier Days, the largest outdoor rodeo in the United States.

Galaxy’s Ring of Fire

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:11:23 -0400

The “starburst ring” at the center of a galaxy about 17 million light-years away is a region of frenetic star formation.

More Governments Step into Arctic Circle

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:56:14 -0400

The Arctic is gaining in popularity. Five new nations gain official designation as observer states of the Arctic Council, whose membership is limited to eight nations with Arctic Ocean shorelines.

Amb. DeLaurentis at U.N. on Situation in Central America

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:40:58 -0400

Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis, U.S. alternate representative for special political affairs, makes remarks at a U.N. General Assembly plenary meeting on the situation in Central America.

Two California Men Sentenced for Rhino Horn Trafficking

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:29:04 -0400

The sentencing of two California businessmen in Los Angeles for trafficking in rhino horn will send both to prison and ensure that $800,000 of their illegally acquired “profits” end up helping protect rhinos in Africa.

Amb. Rice’s Message on International Day Against Homophobia

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:52 -0400

“We call on all nations and all peoples to join us in ensuring that human rights are universally protected everywhere every day,” says Ambassador Susan E. Rice, U.S. permanent representative to the United Nations, in a video message on International Day Against Homophobia.

Cricket in America

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:11:27 -0400

When you think of cricket, the United States doesn't immediately come to mind, yet cricket has been played there since the colonial era. Today the game is resurgent, with a USA cricket team, local teams organized by immigrant cricket aficionados and school youth programs.

State Department Daily Press Briefing

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:40:46 -0400

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki briefs reporters at the State Department on May 16.

Conservationists Celebrate Wildlife Protection

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:18:13 -0400

At parks, zoos, schools and nature refuges on May 17, Americans will join conservation organizations in celebrating Endangered Species Day. Hundreds of U.S. plant and animal species have been saved by conservation efforts in recent decades.

Grants Will Conserve Migratory Bird Habitat in U.S., Mexico

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25:33 -0400

The U.S. Migratory Bird Conservation Commission approves more than $25 million to protect, restore or enhance thousands of acres of wildlife habitat in the United States and Mexico for the benefit of shared migratory bird populations.

CMA Fest: The Ultimate Experience

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:14:10 -0400

Discover new artists, enjoy old favorites and meet fellow country music fans at CMA Fest.

A Taste of Oregon

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:35:02 -0400

Get a taste of the U.S. Pacific Northwest with the Bite of Oregon food festival.

Acting U.S. Trade Representative Marantis on World Trade Month

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:27:07 -0400

Acting United States Trade Representative Demetrios Marantis issues a message on World Trade Month.

Connecticut: Where Artists Come to Play

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:02:49 -0400

Connecticut provides the backdrop for 15 days of performances and conversations called the International Festival of Arts and Ideas.

Is It a Bird? Or a Plane? It’s a Solar Plane!

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:03:47 -0400

The Solar Impulse is crossing the United States using advanced solar and battery technologies that enable it to fly both day and night.

Filmmakers Converge on Rhode Island

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:47:04 -0400

Screening cinematic works from more than 50 countries, the Rhode Island International Film Festival attracts a world-class following.

North Carolina Celebrates Beauty in Motion

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:23:20 -0400

Celebrating its 80th anniversary, the 2013 American Dance Festival will include nearly 50 performances by 25 companies.

U.S. Policy Spotlights the Human Right of Religious Freedom

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:41:10 -0400

The International Religious Freedom Report for 2012 represents the continuing commitment of the United States to uphold the human right of religious freedom.

Commerce’s Blank on Anniversary of U.S.-Colombia Trade Agreement

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Wed, 15 May 2013 10:48:26 -0400

Acting Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank marks the anniversary of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement and highlights the relationship between the United States and Colombia in remarks in Bogotá.

Road Trip USA

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:54:39 -0400

Get to know the quirky side of the United States with a Great American Road Trip.

Intangible Cultural Heritage

iipcms@state.gov (iipcms) — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:48:33 -0400

Held every summer on the National Mall, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival aims to preserve intangible cultural heritage.