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The Interior Department said an unprecedented land conservation effort significantly reduced the threats to the greater sage grouse. At this time, the bird does not need to be listed as endangered.

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.

The Islamic State claims it's building a caliphate that welcomes true Muslims. But Syrian refugees, as well as those displaced inside the country, are sending a very different message as they flee.

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.

Lauren Groff's new novel paints a portrait of marriage from the clashing viewpoints of a husband and wife. Critic Maureen Corrigan says Fates and Furies is "a marvel" — but that it could be better.

Every 12 years, the Nepali deity goes for a chariot ride so the faithful can pay homage and pray for a good harvest. He ventured out in April, ran into an earthquake and took a very long break.

The changes that will take effect Monday allow U.S. companies to provide Internet and communications services in Cuba. Air and cruise ship travel will also be easier.

Drew Mello talks with Mark Perry, executive director of the Florida Oceanographic Society.You can celebrate National Estuaries Month with "Ais on the…

The agency says some 480,000 diesel-powered Volkswagens have sophisticated software that detects emissions testing — and "turns full emissions controls on only during the test."