Pope Leo XIV's time in Peru offers a glimpse into his immigration views
Pope Leo XIV's time as bishop in a small Peruvian city offers the clearest glimpse into his views on immigration.
Global Conflict Experts See Signs Of Potential Violence Around U.S. Election
For years, human rights groups based in the U.S. have watched elections abroad, especially in places with histories of violence. This year, some are turning their attention to the U.S. election.
The Dodgers' Justin Turner Celebrates With Teammates After Testing Positive For Virus
The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the World Series. Afterward, a Dodger player who was removed from the game after testing positive for the coronavirus celebrated the victory with teammates.
In The Final Days Before The Election, Trump Pushes To Attract More Black Voters
The Trump campaign has made a concerted push to win over more Black voters. Polls show signs there could be a bump. NPR discusses whether that support could make a difference in swing states.
How And When Are Votes Officially Counted?
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Wendy Weiser of the Brennan Center for Justice's Democracy Program about how and when votes are counted and about the growing number of lawsuits debating the issue.
China Blocks Website After Complaints About Fan Fiction Story On A Celebrity
A beloved fan fiction website in China has gone dark after some readers protested a story about a famous actor — and government censorship intervened.
Democrats Take Campaign Fundraising To New Levels In 2020
Democratic candidates have outraised Republicans in nearly every competitive congressional race in 2020, giving the party a financial edge in the homestretch.
Philadelphia To Investigate Fatal Police Shooting Of Walter Wallace
Philadelphia officials say they're investigating the fatal police shooting of Walter Wallace on Monday. Police say the Black man came at officers with a knife.
Is It Theater? Chekhov's 'The Seagull' Adaptation For The Sims 4 To Stream On Twitch
Playwright Celine Song is transforming Anton Chekhov's The Seagull into something avant-garde — by adapting a version that will be presented in The Sims 4 video game and streamed on Twitch.
What Stops Western States From Intentional Burning As A Way To Prevent Wildfires?
Experts agree the Western U.S. needs to increase intentional burns to head off more catastrophic wildfire seasons. But economic, cultural and institutional barriers are in the way.