Pope Francis Arrives In U.S. After Visit To Cuba
Pope Francis arrived Tuesday for his first-ever trip to the United States. He came from Cuba, whose warming relations with the U.S. are due in part to papal mediation.
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Pope Francis Arrives At Joint Base Andrews
Pope Francis touched down just before 4 p.m. ET. President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama met him on the tarmac.
How Pope Francis Clashes With Both Democrats And Republicans, In 1 Graphic
The popular pope has challenged U.S. political orthodoxy — on both sides of the aisle.
Keeping Loved Ones' Holiday Recipes Alive, Long After They've Left The Table
NPR's Marc Silver lost his mother-in-law in 2005. But she remains a presence at family meals this Jewish holiday season, through his dogged trial-and-error attempts to re-create her favorite treats.
The Red God Had The Earthquake Blues — But Now He's On A Roll!
Every 12 years, the Nepali deity goes for a chariot ride so the faithful can pay homage and pray for a good harvest. He ventured out in April, ran into an earthquake and took a very long break.
Kentucky Clerk Again Accused Of Interfering With County Marriage Licenses
Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis, who cited her religious beliefs in refusing to issue licences to same-sex couples, reportedly has altered marriage license forms, raising questions about their validity.
Pope Francis Holds Public Mass In Holguin, Cuba
Pope Francis took his message of grace and forgiveness to the eastern Cuban city of Holguin Monday where he blessed the city and held a public mass.
In Salt Lake City, A Boy Scout Troop That Welcomes Gay Parents
When Boy Scouts of America dropped its ban on gay adults serving as volunteers, the decision was met with resistance in Utah — led by the Mormon church. But one troop adapted to the change.
Pope Francis' Southern Entry To The U.S. Has Symbolic Meaning
Starting his three-day visit as a migrant from Cuba was intentional. In a speech to Congress, he's expected to challenge positions along the political and social spectrum with more straight talk.
Israel Courts African-American Evangelicals, Despite Some Hurdles
White American evangelical Christians have long been key backers of Israel. Now a major Israeli charity is wooing African-American churches for support. There are some political hurdles.