Alice Fordham
Stories
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Health
Fake 'sober homes' targeting Native Americans scam millions from taxpayers
An investigation revealed that dozens of rehab facilities were scamming the state for Medicaid dollars. Native leaders have a plan. (This story first aired on Morning Edition on August 31, 2023.)
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National
New Mexico's wildfire victims are still struggling
After prescribed burns went awry in New Mexico, wildfires destroyed hundreds of homes and endangered water supplies. Billions of dollars in federal aid haven't reached victims yet.
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World
In Iraq, Herding Water Buffalo Is Once Again A Growing Industry
In the marshes of southern Iraq, water buffalos provide a livelihood for people outside the reach of many of the country's problems. There are new efforts intended to boost local agriculture.
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World
Pope Francis Concludes 1st Papal Visit To Iraq With Mass In Erbil
Pope Francis is back at the Vatican after a historic trip to Iraq, the home of a dwindling but determined Christian community.
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World
Pope Francis Concludes Iraq Trip With More Visits To Christian Towns
Pope Francis continues his trip to Iraq with a mass in a stadium in Erbil, home to many Christians displaced from other areas in the wake of ISIS.
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World
Pope Francis Visits Iraqi Region Where Cities And Lives Were Shattered By ISIS
The pope spent the third day of his visit in the north of the country, where the Christian population is dwindling. He also prayed for the ethnic minority Yazidis, who were brutally targeted by ISIS.
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World
'I Come As A Pilgrim': Pope Francis Begins Historic Visit To Iraq
The pontiff arrived at Baghdad International Airport where he was greeted by the prime minister. During his four-day visit, Francis will focus on Iraq's ancient but dwindling Christian community.
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World
'It Was Like Magic': Iraqis Visit Babylon And Other Heritage Sites For 1st Time
Domestic tourism has been strong in Iraq's northern Kurdish region, but sites in more impoverished, insecure areas tend to be visited less. A few Iraqi tourism companies are trying to change that.
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World
Pope Plans Historic Visit To Iraq As Its Christian Populations Dwindle
Many Iraqis — Christian and Muslim — say they are excited about the first papal visit to the country, raising hopes of religious tolerance in the face of extremist violence.
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World
NATO Announces Plan To Increase Presence In Iraq
A rocket attack on a U.S. base in Iraq highlights the difficult security situation in the country, even as NATO announces it will increase its presence. We examine what's needed to keep Iraq secure.