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First LookWas the pope's meeting with Kim Davis just a coincidence?After the Vatican confirmed a secret meeting between the two this week, Pope Francis is now backing off his support for embattled county clerk Kim Davis.
Prepare for sticker shock at your next National Park visitThe National Park Service is raising entry fees for 100 parks on Thursday to generate money for crumbling trails, roads, and buildings.
Why Oregon sped up sales of recreational marijuanaOregon expedited recreational sales of marijuana to start Oct. 1 as part of a compromise.
Pope Francis met Kim Davis: why it matters in fight over religious freedomThe decision by Pope Francis to give his personal blessing 鈥� and a rosary 鈥� to Rowan County clerk Kim Davis thrust the pontiff into one of America鈥檚 most volatile cultural battles.
How to catch a rogue cow in N.Y. townPolice in New Hartford, N.Y., are using a farming feeding device to catch a cow that has been rogue for several months.聽
First LookWhy did Pope Francis secretly meet with Kim Davis?During his historic 10-day visit to the US and Cuba, the pope met with the controversial Kentucky clerk who was jailed for refusing to provide marriage licenses to same sex couples.
El Paso clinic shuttered by Texas' tough abortion law reopensThe reopening of an El聽Paso abortion clinic on Tuesday brings to 20 the number of abortion clinics licensed in America's second most-populous state, according to a list provided by health officials. But that's still down from 41 in 2012 鈥� and the facility could close again soon.
Who are this year's MacArthur 'genius' grant winners?The 24 winners of this year's MacArthur "genius grants" each get $625,000 over five years to spend any way he or she wants, no strings attached.
Republican debate on illegal immigration is missing the point, study suggestsA new Pew report finds that illegal immigration is stagnant, and Asian Americans are on their way to becoming the largest immigrant group.
More Asian than Hispanic immigrants: political implications?Asians will overtake Hispanics as the largest US immigrant group, according to a study released Monday, challenging the way politicians chase the immigrant vote.聽
Did Pope Francis just endorse Kim Davis?The pontiff told reporters that conscientious objection 鈥� even among government workers 鈥� is a human right.
Seattle duck boat crash: Warning issued two years ago about axleA duck boat that crashed into a bus in Seattle, killing five people and injuring dozens, did not have an axle repair that was recommended for some of the amphibious vehicles in 2013, says the NTSB.
Why Cincinnati Bengals should vanquish the Baltimore RavensAFC North Division rivals, the Cincinnati聽Bengals play the Ravens at Baltimore's M&T Bank Stadium Sunday. Advantage Bengals.
Ban on 'Tag': Are school children getting the right playtime?Different modes of thought on school work, play, and safety clashed at an elementary school in Washington where 'Tag' was temporarily banned during recess 鈥� until parents objected.聽
Supermoon lunar eclipse: Do you live where you can see it?Clouds may block the first Supermoon lunar eclipse in 18 years. Do you live where you might see it Sunday night?
Duck boats: Are they really unsafe?A fatal crash in Seattle has brought duck boat tours to national attention, but the duck boats' safety record is better than most vehicles, including golf carts.
Pope Francis in Philly: More active role for lay Catholics, especially womenPope Francis arrived in Philadelphia on Saturday for the final leg of his US visit. The pope聽said the future of the Catholic Church in the US requires a much more active role for lay Catholics
Mormon church issues statement about lunar eclipse apocalpyseLeaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints聽took the rare step of issuing a statement cautioning the Mormon faithful not to get carried away with visions of the apocalypse.
Chicago Cubs: Why they're in the post-season playoffsFor the first time since 2008, the Chicago Cubs are in the post-season playoffs.聽The Cubs endured five straight losing seasons and a painful top-to-bottom overhaul under Theo Epstein.
Seattle crash: Are duck boats unsafe for city streets?The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the deadly crash of a duck boat and charter bus in Seattle.聽
