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For Palestinian Christians at a church in Gaza, Pope Francis' death is a special loss - 2025-04-22T12:36:54-04:00
Pope Francis called to check in on a Christian congregation in Gaza sheltering at their church almost every night since the Gaza war began. "Today we feel like we are orphans," a spokesperson says.

Harvard professor offers a grim assessment of American democracy under Trump - 2025-04-22T12:00:49-04:00
Steven Levitsky studies how healthy democracies can slip into authoritarianism. He says the Trump administration has already done grave damage: "We are no longer living in a democratic regime."

After Pope Francis' death, debates begin over his successor - 2025-04-22T08:14:57-04:00
In the weeks that follow the passing of a pontiff, the city of Rome, and the Vatican in particular, comes alive with discussions over which man is best suited to next lead the church.

White House looking to replace Pete Hegseth as defense secretary, official tells NPR - 2025-04-22T06:54:24-04:00
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information last month in two Signal group chats. Now, a U.S. official tells NPR a search is underway to replace Hegseth.

White House looks for new defense secretary. And, remembering Pope Francis' legacy - 2025-04-22T06:50:23-04:00
The White House is searching for a new defense secretary to replace Pete Hegseth after a second Signal group chat controversy. And, Pope Francis' legacy is remembered worldwide.

Senate Democrats press Hegseth for answers on Trump order to ban transgender troops - 2025-04-22T06:00:00-04:00
Lawmakers are asking the Defense Secretary to explain how the Pentagon is complying with court rulings blocking President Trump's executive order attempting to ban transgender troops from service.

Joan Didion leaves one more piece of writing to faithful fans - 2025-04-22T06:00:00-04:00
Didion's book is an intimate chronicle of the author's struggle to help her daughter, even if it meant digging into her own long-unexamined neuroses.

Trump wants a Golden Dome over America. Here's what it would take - 2025-04-22T06:00:00-04:00
Experts are divided whether a new missile defense system for the U.S., inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, would be worth the cost.

Public viewing for Pope Francis begins Wednesday ahead of Saturday funeral - 2025-04-22T05:37:38-04:00
Faithful from around the world are pouring into the Vatican, where Pope Francis' body will go on display Wednesday, ahead of a funeral Saturday.

Hundreds of scholars say U.S. is swiftly heading toward authoritarianism - 2025-04-22T05:01:00-04:00
Most — but not all — political scientists are deeply troubled by the president's attempts to expand executive power, according to a national survey.