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Pope Francis waves during his "Urbi et Orbi" address from a balcony in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican

Daily News Lesson April 22 2025

A look at Pope Francis' legacy and focus on social justice

Learn why Pope Francis was overwhelmingly popular among majority of Catholics

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Daily News Lesson July 12 2022

Dance company founder breaks down financial barriers for Latino teens pursuing dance

Learn about a dance studio in Arizona focused on Latino traditions

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Daily News Lesson May 19 2022

How abortion debate in Latin America compares to the U.S.

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Daily Video January 29 2016

Health officials warn of spreading virus' potential link to birth defects

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Bananas

Daily Video January 25 2016

Deadly fungus threatens bananas

Banana farmers are in the midst of a serious battle to protect one of the world’s most popular fruits from a fatal fungus.

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