Pope Francis Tells His U.S. Bishops Not To Shy Away From Big Issues
When it comes to abortion, hunger, war, immigrants who drown, the sick and the environment, "it is wrong to look the other way or remain silent," Francis said.
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Pope Francis Celebrates First U.S. Mass, Canonizes New Saint
During the Mass celebrated at Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., Junipero Serra became the first saint canonized on U.S. soil.
In Pope Francis' Congress Speech, Praise For Dorothy Day And Thomas Merton
Calling them "four representatives of the American people," Pope Francis lauded Dorothy Day and Thomas Merton alongside Martin Luther King Jr. and Abraham Lincoln.
LISTEN: The Pope's Speech To Congress
In case you missed it: The full audio of Pope Francis' speech to a joint meeting of Congress, paired with his prepared remarks and analysis from Morning Edition.
California Counties Add Health Care For Immigrant Adults
Local governments say the move to cover preventive health care for people who are in the country illegally will save money overall by reducing the high cost of emergency room visits.
In Speech On The Hill, Pope's Remarks To Congress Send A Message (Or 3)
In a speech before a joint meeting of Congress, the Catholic Church leader offered words threaded heavily with politics. For analysis, Renee Montagne speaks with NPR's Don Gonyea.
For Pope At Congress, A Historic Speech That's Hard To Pigeonhole
What does it mean to U.S. politicians when the Pope calls for an end to income inequality, an attack on Climate Change and respect for religious freedom? Renee Montagne asks NPR's Tom Gjelten.
Obama And Putin To Meet One-On-One Next Week In New York
President Obama has had limited contact with President Vladimir Putin since Russia's annexation of Crimea last year.
Who Does Donald Trump Remind Us Of?
As an aspirant to the Republican presidential nomination, the businessman/entertainer reminds some people of notable politicians of the past.
How Higher Ed Can Up Its Game: 3 Big Ideas
At the annual Schools for Tomorrow conference in New York, some themes stood out: college graduation rates, training teachers and doing more for low-income, high-achieving students.