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Pope Leo XIV calls for a ceasefire in all conflicts in first Christmas Mass Thousands of people gathered in Bethlehem's Manger Square as Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Christmas Mass and called for a ceasefire in all conflicts this Christmas. Ruth Sherlock
Arts & Life Springsteen's label was about to drop him. Then came 'Born to Run' Biographer Peter Ames Carlin describes the making of Born to Run as an "existential moment" for Springsteen. Carlin's book is Tonight in Jungleland. Originally broadcast Aug. 7, 2025. Terry Gross
National Morning news brief Christmas festivities return to Bethlehem, Trump-backed conservative candidate wins Honduras' presidential election, a look at how Trump's immigration policies have affected families this year. Leila Fadel
Food Padma Lakshmi's 'All American' cookbook highlights recipes from immigrant communities NPR's Leila Fadel and chef Padma Lakshmi make recipes from Lakshmi's book, "Padma's All American," which highlights foods made by immigrant communities that are also perfect for the holidays. Leila Fadel
World After two years, Bethlehem brings back it Christmas celebrations With a ceasefire in place in Gaza, Bethlehem in the West Bank is resuming its festive Christmas celebrations. Hadeel Al-Shalchi
World A group of Belgians make drones in a secret volunteer workshop to send to Ukraine A group of hobbyists in Belgium make drones that help on the frontline of a war. Teri Schultz
Politics How one politically divided family keeps the peace during the holidays Talking about politics over the holidays can be difficult for many families, even for politicians themselves. One politically divided family in Colorado makes sure get along, especially during the holidays. Bente Birkeland
A holiday tradition: David Sedaris reads from 'The Santaland Diaries' Writer and humorist David Sedaris reads from his holiday essay "The Santaland Diaries."
Immigration How Trump's mass deportation efforts have affected families this year The centerpiece of the Trump administration's second term has been mass deportations. NPR's Jasmine Garsd recaps how families and American children have been affected. Leila Fadel
Immigration Catholic bishop says Trump's immigration policies are a 'great source of sadness' On Christmas Day, Rev. Mark Seitz, the Catholic bishop of El Paso, speaks about the conflict between Christian values and the Trump administration's immigration policies. Steve Inskeep