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Pilgrims and clergy gather in remote Alaska village to canonize first Yup'ik saint
by Evan Erickson
The Orthodox Christian tradition is strong in the tiny village of Kwethluk, Alaska. It recently welcomed clergy and pilgrims from around the world to canonize a local midwife and healer as a saint.
Musicians 'Let It All Out' At MTV's Video Music Awards
Complex magazine writer Alex Gale talks about the more than 30-year history and previews what to expect for Sunday night's Video Music Awards on MTV.
Marking The 53rd Anniversary Of The March On Washington
by Michel Martin
On Aug. 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historic "I Have a Dream" speech at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
Colin Kaepernick Is Just The Latest Athlete To Make A Strong Political Statement
Newly retired New York Times columnist Bill Rhoden discusses NFL player Colin Kaepernick's refusal to stand during the national anthem and past political activism by athletes.
'Southside With You': Meet The Actors Who Portray Barack And Michelle Obama
by NPR Staff
The romantic comedy opened in theaters Friday and is loosely based on President Obama's first date with Michelle Robinson when they were in their 20s, working at the same Chicago law firm.
Mother Calls EpiPen Price Hike 'A Matter Of Life And Death'
Lawmakers are demanding answers after the maker of an allergy treatment raised the price from about $100 per pack to about $600 per pack in seven years. Parents say they can't afford it.
Nina McLemore's Clothes Are A 'Weapon' Of Powerful Women
Nina McLemore designs clothes for powerful women: Hillary Clinton, Elizabeth Warren, Janet Yellen, Elena Kagan and others. She talks about how fashion can help women stand out in political office.
Texas Students Return To Class With New Open Carry Law In Effect
by Syeda Hasan
At the University of Texas, it's the first week of school under a new state law that allows concealed handguns in classes, buildings and dorms. Protesters demonstrated for and against the law.
Back To School Barbershop: New Goals, Homework And Parental Supervision
Parenting blogger Doyin Richards, mother Tammy Garnes, and professor Christopher Emdin share goals for the new school year and thoughts about homework.
Ben Carson Supports Trump's Outreach To African-Americans
Donald Trump met with black and Latino supporters this week to try to gain favorability among minority voters. Former presidential candidate Dr. Ben Carson was in that meeting and supports Trump.
Why Trump's Minority Outreach May Really Be About White Voters
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has publicly tried to reach out to minority voters. But that outreach may really be aimed at improving his standing with suburban white voters.
University Of Chicago Tells Freshmen It Does Not Support 'Trigger Warnings'
by David Schaper
The university alerted incoming students in a welcome letter that they will not be shielded from ideas or materials they may find harmful, but it's not barring individual professors from doing so.