People from around the world descend on Vatican City to pay respects to Pope Francis
The Vatican is crowded on the eve of public viewing of Pope Francis' body. He'll lie in state through Friday. A day later, world leaders including Trump and Zelenskyy are expected at his funeral.
Pennsylvania Tightens Abortion Rules Following Clinic Deaths
A Philadelphia doctor who performed abortions is accused of murder in the deaths of a patient and seven babies who the prosecutor says were born alive. Abortion opponents cited the case as a reason to push for stricter regulations on clinics.
Justices Cast Doubt On Federal Defense Of Marriage Act
In oral arguments, several Supreme Court justices expressed strong skepticism about DOMA, the law that bars same-sex couples legally married under state law from receiving the same federal benefits as married heterosexual couples.
Hollywood's History Of Putting Gay Rights On Trial
With the Supreme Court hearing arguments this week on same-sex marriage, film critic Bob Mondello observes a parallel evolution in what he calls a Hollywood mini-genre: films in which gay characters are either taken to court or seek redress in court for issues involving their sexuality.
In Crackdown, Some Russian Groups Labeled As 'Foreign Agents'
A new law places the tag on human rights and other private groups that receive funding from abroad. In Russia, the label is nearly synonymous with "spy." Critics say the law is part of an effort by President Vladimir Putin to stifle dissent.
As Cardinal, New Pope Walked Fine Line On Economic Issues
The former Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio has both opposed liberation theology as well as criticized capitalism. And while Pope Francis' positions are in line with his predecessors on economic matter, his Latin American background may lead to an emphasis on those issues.
