Pope Francis to Congress: Act on immigration, climate
Francis is the first pope to address a joint meeting of Congress, and he is not shying away from political differences with Republicans
Pope Francis in America
Thousands flock to Capitol to see Pope Francis address Congress
The pontiff's speech will be one of the public centerpieces of his first-ever trip to the U.S.
Expert: Pope addresses Congress as "pastoral leader," not "politician"
Notre Dame president describes papal address as opportunity to bring Democrats, Republicans together
Pope's historic address to Congress could spark controversy
Francis becoming first pontiff to speak to both chambers, and may not shy away from polarizing issues
Pope Francis in Washington
The pope is visiting Washington, New York and Philadelphia
Easy-going soccer fan: Seeing Pope Francis through a child's eye
Students buzzing with excitement and boning up on papal trivia ahead of pontiff's visit to East Harlem school
Popular pope plus ticketed events produce the predictable
Way more than 100,000 free ducats were made available for Francis' U.S. tour, but that only created an opportunity in some eyes
Papal "selfies" sprout up on social media
From the moment Pope Francis walked out of the Vatican Embassy, every step was captured by a smartphone
Controversy over pope's canonization of missionary
In Washington, D.C., Francis elevated Junipero Serra to sainthood; some say the friar helped wipe out native populations in 18th century California
The faithful come out in droves to get a glimpse of Pope Francis
Some spent hours waiting for a few seconds that they will remember for the rest of their lives
Little girl becomes new face of immigration after pope's beckoning
After Secret Service held the 5-year-old back as she squeezed through security barriers, Pope Francis waved her over
Pope Francis delivers Spanish mass in Washington
In an outdoor mass in Washington, D.C., pontiff elevates Father Junipero Serra to sainthood
Little girl passes barricade to share message with Pope Francis
When a bodyguard reacted, pope gestured to girl to come forward for papal kis and blessing
Victims outraged over pope's praise of handling of clergy sex abuse
Advocates argue bishops acted only under threat of lawsuits and had displayed "cowardice and callousness" in response to victims
Philly hospitals prepare for unusual illnesses before papal visit
Vatican-sponsored World Meeting of Families drawing not just Pope Francis to Philadelphia but thousands from more than 100 countries
Thousands cheer Pope Francis during Washington parade
The pontiff is traveling to Washington, New York, and Philadelphia during his first-ever visit to the U.S.
Pope Francis in Washington
Where Pope Francis can be seen in Washington Wednesday
Pope Francis draws attention to climate change in remarks at White House
Government officials, church dignitaries and at least 11,000 people were outside of the White House to welcome the pope to the U.S.
Vatican: Canonizing controversial friar doesn't mean he's "without sins"
Father Thomas Rosica says to focus on the "immense good" Junipero Serra did while introducing Christianity to much of California
Pope kicks off historic day in D.C. with speech, parade
On his first full day in Washington, Francis will celebrate his first Mass and conduct first ever canonization on U.S. soil
Pope Francis' popemobile unlike any other
The vehicle pontiff will travel in during his time in the U.S. is open and unarmored, reflecting the pope's style
American Catholics divided on Pope Francis
While overwhelming majority of Catholics in the U.S. approve of direction pope is taking the church, others are concerned
Women prisoners in Pa. counting down to arrival of Pope Francis
During his visit, the pope will meet men and women imprisoned at the Curran-Fromhold prison complex in northeast Philadelphia
Pope Francis in America
Pope Francis visits Washington, New York and Philadelphia
Pope Francis arrives in the United States
"Ho ho, hey hey, we love Pope Francis every day!" a group of Catholic schoolchildren cheered at Joint Base Andrews, where the pope arrived Tuesday
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In Lynette Hooker probe, Coast Guard seeks info about mystery sailboat
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Activist who protested outside Stephen Miller's home won't face state charges
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Meta trained its AI on copyrighted work, new lawsuit alleges
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Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights
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Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
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2 hikers injured in bear attack at Yellowstone National Park
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Amid attacks by Trump, Justice Gorsuch says "my loyalty is to the Constitution"
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UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
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For some older Americans, retirement today means unretiring
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Coinbase to lay off 700 workers as crypto company embraces AI
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Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
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Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
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Infamous drug lord pens letters from U.S. prison, citing "cruel punishment"
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From Truth Social to court: Groups challenging Trump get help from his posts
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The U.S. debt now exceeds the country's GDP. Should we worry?
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SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
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1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
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Judge "very troubled" by accused correspondents' dinner gunman's treatment in jail
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Manhunt on for retired special forces soldier accused of shooting wife
Authorities say Craig Berry, a retired special forces soldier, shot his wife and then fled into the woods in northern Tennessee.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
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EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker
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In Lynette Hooker probe, Coast Guard seeks info about mystery sailboat
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EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker
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Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights
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Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
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Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
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UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
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Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
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Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
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How hantavirus may have spread aboard a cruise ship
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Amsterdam bans advertising for meat and fossil fuels in public places
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U.K. counter-terror police investigate arson at former synagogue
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Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
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Manhunt underway for former soldier
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Manhunt on for retired special forces soldier accused of shooting wife
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Tony Awards nominations breakdown
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Manhunt underway for former soldier
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