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A papal visit is now regarded as public relations gold. But the idea of a pope coming to Washington and meeting with the president was unthinkable before the 20th century.

Pope Francis will arrive on U.S. soil for the first time this afternoon. These are three curious, compelling stories — about his popemobile, his ideology and his draw — to read while you wait.

The popular pope has challenged U.S. political orthodoxy — on both sides of the aisle.

Best known as the oft-kidnapped cub reporter on the original Superman TV show, Larson was also a poet, playwright and librettist. He died at his home Sunday. Originally broadcast in 1993.

Several former Soviet bloc countries opposed the plan but were overruled by a majority. The number of refugees assigned was determined by the size and wealth of each country.

NPR's Marc Silver lost his mother-in-law in 2005. But she remains a presence at family meals this Jewish holiday season, through his dogged trial-and-error attempts to re-create her favorite treats.

Pope Francis arrives in the U.S. on Tuesday. From his reception at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to a meeting with immigrants in Philadelphia, here's a look at moments that could prove momentous.

The arrival of Pope Francis has triggered discussions of the Catholic Church's historic treatment of the African-American faithful, and has sparked hopes for a better future.

Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis, who cited her religious beliefs in refusing to issue licences to same-sex couples, reportedly has altered marriage license forms, raising questions about their validity.

NPR's Ari Shapiro interviews Dean Garfield, president and CEO of the Information Technology Industry Council, who will be the keynote speaker at the U.S.-China business roundtable Wednesday.