Pilgrims and clergy gather in remote Alaska village to canonize first Yup'ik saint
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.
Tea Party Rep. Tim Huelskamp Defeated In Kansas Primary
A tea party member of Congress from Kansas is the latest member to lose a primary election this year.
Panic-Stricken Republican Party Looks To Get Trump Back On Track
Donald Trump's latest controversial comments are stealing the spotlight in the presidential campaign — leaving many in his party worried about his prospects against Hillary Clinton.
How Positive Thinking, Prosperity Gospel Define Donald Trump's Faith Outlook
"God didn't want people to be poor," is how one historian described the view the Trump family pastor.
As U.S. Presidential Election Nears, Mexicans Fear Economic Impact
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to independent journalist Javier Garza about how the U.S. presidential election is viewed in Mexico. Some fear how the new president will affect Mexico's economy.
Obama Commutes Sentences Of 214 Federal Inmates
President Obama Monday commuted the sentences of 214 federal inmates. Clemency for non violent drug offenses has been a focus of the Obama administration, and it has overseen the commutations of more prisoners than the previous nine administrations combined.
8 Athletes Set To Compete In First Olympics For Team Kosovo
Kosovo is making its first appearance in the Olympics, sending eight athletes to the games. They are admittedly a small team but optimism and pride are strong. They have a good shot at a medal in women's judo, too.
Baptist Pastor Inspires Protests Against Zimbabwe's Authoritarian Leader
A Baptist preacher has become the unlikely leader of a social media movement that's inspired Zimbabweans to protest against their authoritarian ruler and the collapsed economy.
Migrant Deaths Increase In Dangerous Year On Mediterranean
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Federico Soda, director of the International Organization for Migration's Mediterranean Coordination Office, about how the number of migrant deaths in the Mediterranean Sea has increased in the last year.