The United States of America (USA), also known as the United States (U.S.) or America, is a country primarily located in North America. It is a federal republic of 50 states and a federal …

4 days ago · Besides the 48 conterminous states that occupy the middle latitudes of the continent, the United States includes the state of Alaska, at the northwestern extreme of North America, …

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2 days ago · The United States is a country primarily located in North America. It consists of 50 states, a federal district, five major unincorporated territories, nine Minor Outlying Islands, and …

Learn about the United States, including American holidays, the American flag, presidents, census data, and the U.S. Constitution.

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1 day ago · Education 250 As America approaches 250 years since its founding, the U.S. Department of Education is proud to join with the President and plan activities to celebrate the …

3 days ago · US Mint gives 2026 coins a new look for America's 250th anniversary Those of a certain age may remember the coin collecting buzz created by the bicentennial coins the U.S. …

2 days ago · Besides the 48 conterminous states that occupy the middle latitudes of the continent, the United States includes the state of Alaska, at the northwestern extreme of North America, …

"America" derives from Americus, the Latin version of the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci 's first name. The feminine form America was originally used to refer to the newly discovered …