Pope Francis Touches Down In Havana
The pope arrived in Cuba on Saturday for the start of a 10-day trip that will include his first-ever visit to the U.S. In Cuba, the pope's visit will highlight his role as peacebroker.
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Pope Arrives In Havana For Start Of Cuba Visit
Francis will spend several days in the island nation, where he will visit President Raul Castro. In the U.S., the pontiff will meet with President Obama and address Congress and the United Nations.
Trump Does Nothing As Questioner Says Obama Is Muslim
"We have a problem in this country," the town hall attendee said. "It's called Muslims. We know our current president is one." Trump's political rivals denounced his response (or lack thereof).
Lutheran Minister Preaches A Gospel Of Love To Junkies, Drag Queens And Outsiders
Nadia Bolz-Weber was a standup comic who opened up a church for people who didn't belong. "My job is to ... remind people that they're absolutely loved," she says. Her new memoir is Accidental Saints.
Archbishop Of Canterbury Calls For Global Meeting Of Anglican Leaders
Justin Welby, the spiritual leader of the Church of England, hopes the gathering can resolve a growing rift over female priests and same-sex relationships.
Author Discusses Francis, A Pope Seeking To Change 'The Tone Of The Church'
On the eve of the Pope's first visit to the U.S., journalist Paul Vallely discuses the reforms Francis is making within the Church as well as the teachings that the pope is unlikely to change.
In U.S. Visit, Pope Francis Will Deliver 4 Speeches In English, 14 In Spanish
In his five-day, three-city tour, Francis will give the majority of speeches in his native Spanish.
Bernie Sanders Seeks Common Ground With A Different Kind Of Base: Evangelicals
The Jewish Democratic presidential candidate admitted differences with his conservative Christian audience at Liberty University, but called for civil discourse on social justice and morality issues.
Kim Davis Back At Work, But Remains Defiant
The Kentucky clerk says she asked that her name and title be taken off marriage licenses but that she won't stop her deputies from issuing them. She says she has "great doubts" the licenses are valid.
The Jewish Fruitcake: Honey Cake Is A Sweet And Stodgy Tradition
In symbolic hope for a sweet new year, many Jews will mark the start of Rosh Hashanah with honey cake. The cake is sentimental, but not always beloved. Here, a delectable update to the ancient recipe.