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Siatta Scott Johnson, at right, who has guided NPR journalists through Liberia and its lingo, advises two girls on how best to carry bananas and bread.

From 'Big Jues' To 'Tay-Tay Water,' A Quick Guide To Liberian English

An NPR reporter found that Liberian English is ... kind of like English and kind of like nothing you've heard before. Just stick an "o" at the end of a phrase if you're happy, and you're on your way.

Palestinian stone-throwers take cover behind doors during clashes with Israeli police in Jerusalem on Thursday. For months, the streets of East Jerusalem have been tense, with frequent clashes between police and Palestinians.

Why Jerusalem's Real Estate Market Is Part Of The Mideast Conflict

Israeli Jews seek to increase their numbers in East Jerusalem by buying homes from Palestinians. It's an extremely sensitive topic, and some Palestinians say they are tricked into selling to Jews.

Israel Reopens Disputed Religious Site In Jerusalem To Worshipers

The Temple Mount, sacred to both Muslims and Jews, was closed Thursday following the attempted assassination of a right-wing Jewish activist. More than 1,000 security personnel have been deployed.

The Dome of the Rock Mosque in the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, known by the Jews as the Temple Mount, is seen in Jerusalem's Old City. Israel closed the site to all visitors on Thursday following an assassination attempt on an right-wing Jewish activist.

Palestinians Condemn Closure Of Disputed Religious Site In Jerusalem

Israel closed the Temple Mount, holy to both Muslims and Jews, following an assassination attempt against a right-wing Jewish activist who wants Jews to be able to pray at the site.

The Yarmulke Comes To 3-D Printing

Using math and imagination, a college professor creates a new kind of kippah.

A woman reads a prayer book during Rosh Hashanah last year.

A Place To Reflect During Jewish Holy Days — That's Not A Temple

Sunset marks the start of the Jewish New Year as well as the 10 Days of Awe, when observant Jews reflect on the past year. Some are taking this reflection out of the temple and onto their tablets.

Men from Lev Tahor shop in San Juan, Guatemala. In a culture of brightly colored clothing and clean-shaven men, the black suits and long beards stood out.

Dogged By Controversy, A Jewish Sect Is On The Move Again

Members of Lev Tahor left Canada with trail of allegations of child abuse. Then leaders of the Guatemalan village where they settled asked them to leave. The sect is again looking for a new home.

Iraqis from the Yazidi religious sect were driven from their homes in the northern town of Sinjar by the radical Islamic State. These women found safety in the Kurdish city of Dohuk. But others are trapped in barren mountains and face extremely harsh conditions.

Iraq's Widening War Imperils A Religious Minority

The Yazidis are an ancient religious sect concentrated in a remote corner of Iraq. They've been thrust into the spotlight of Iraq's nasty conflict, with thousands taking refuge in barren mountains.

With Magic And Fables, 'Angel Of Losses' Breathes Life Into History

Stephanie Feldman's debut novel is about Jewish folk tales and family history. It's also an exploration of the inheritance of loss and the guilt of survival as it is passed down through generations.

The Runner-Up Religions Of America

One nation under God, with many different religious traditions.

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