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The Catholic Church has approved for canonization its first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis. Known as God's Influencer, Acutis represents a new way to view sainthood in the modern era.

On Broadway and national tours, the performers who substitute for various chorus members at the drop of a hat are known as "swings." Wednesday is designated "National Swing Day" in their honor.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., about his new book, "It Takes Chutzpah: How to Fight Fearlessly for Progressive Change," which is part memoir and part strategy guide.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), ex-chairman of the Jan. 6 committee, about the implications of the Supreme Court's decision for Donald Trump's immunity case.

As part of Morning Edition's July 4th celebrations, we hear the stories of two new U.S. citizens, Joanne and Andy Daw who migrated from the U.K. What does it mean for them to be an American?

The Chinese coast guard boards vessels in waters China considers its own -- including waters around one Taiwanese island, where residents have long been caught in the middle of tensions with China.

As Americans celebrate the day that gave white men life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, the Broadway musical Suffs explores the styles of activism used by Alice Paul, Ida B. Wells and others.

The General Hospital star, best known for playing Dr. Monica Quartermaine, died after battling a long illness. She was 79.

As news outlets contract and falsehoods circulate online, researchers want to know if trusted community messengers can help link people to quality information.

With immunity ruling, the Supreme Court is again the focus of politics. Hurricane Beryl is so strong, in part because of record high ocean temps. Catholic Church names its first millennial saint.