Health

The Pope experienced a sudden worsening of his respiratory function due to a bronchospasm but is now in good spirits.

President Joe Biden's commutation of federal death sentences

President Joe Biden commuted most federal death sentences, with speculation that he did it to please the pope and appear as a good Catholic.

Madonna's Controversial Instagram Post with AI-generated Pope Pictures

Madonna upset fans and Catholics with AI-generated pictures of the Pope on Instagram. The controversial post showed the Pope in intimate poses with Madonna.

Alien Secrets in Vatican Archives and Roswell Crash Revelation

UFO campaigner claims the Pope is hiding alien secrets in the Vatican archives, with evidence possibly documented in religious paintings. Investigator reveals second UFO site where an alien was found still breathing, decades after the Roswell incident.

News Highlights from Up First Newsletter

The Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit challenging FDA rules on abortion medication, the Pope is at the G7 summit in Italy, American journalist Evan Gershkovich faces espionage charges in Russia, and NPR celebrates Father's Day with advice from fathers. NPR also shares recommendations on movies, TV, books, music, games, sports, and a weekly news quiz.