A Rare Meeting Between The Pope And Iran's Leader
It was the first meeting between a pope and an Iranian head of state since 1999, which was the last time an Iranian leader toured Europe.
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David Cameron's Call For Muslim Women To Learn English Sparks Outrage
The British prime minister has a plan to help battle extremism by teaching Muslim women in Britain to speak English. If migrants don't learn English, David Cameron says they may face deportation. But his comments sparked outrage from Muslims and migrant advocates, who say the state is unfairly singling out Muslim women, while providing limited resources for newcomers to Britain to learn the local language.
Aerial Images Show Destruction Of Ancient Christian Monastery In Iraq
The new images obtained by The Associated Press show the site of St. Elijah's Monastery in the ISIS-held city of Mosul. ISIS likely destroyed the monastery in the fall of 2014.
In Russia, Epiphany Comes With A Shockingly Cold Swim
To celebrate the feast of Epiphany marking the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan, thousands of Russian Orthodox faithful take a dip in icy waters. How does it feel? "Absolutely good," one man says.
2 FLDS Towns Set To Face Religious Discrimination Trial
The towns serve as headquarters for the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, known as FLDS. They're accused by the Justice Department of discriminating against non-FLDS members.
Chef Trades Toque For Amish Beard, Opens Off-The-Grid Deli In Maine
A Chicago chef tired of the kitchen grind moved his family to join an Amish community in Maine. He's now selling charcuterie and cheese from a cabin in the woods.
Trump Gets Mixed Response From Conservative Liberty University
Donald Trump spoke at Liberty University in Virginia on Monday. The Christian school has become an important stop on the presidential campaign trail.
Thou Shalt Not Toss Food: Enlisting Religious Groups To Fight Waste
The Environmental Protection Agency is launching an initiative to engage religious leaders of all faiths to reduce food waste. Many groups have already embraced the challenge as a moral imperative.
Inside The Nationwide Tour To Support 'Godly Leaders'
The Rev. Franklin Graham, an evangelical Christian leader, speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about his 50-state tour to rally conservative evangelical voters.
Sikhs In Fresno Worried After Recent Attacks
Sikh-Americans in Fresno, Calif., are apprehensive in the wake of two recent attacks in the area on elderly Sikh men.