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At 88, Pope Francis dances the tango with the global Catholic Church amid its culture wars

Jorge Mario Bergoglio was 17 years old when he first received his vocation to become a priest. It happened on Sept. 21, 1953 – the beginning of spring in Buenos Aires – during a spontaneous visit to the confessional, or what Catholics call the sacrament of reconciliation.

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US trade office starts probe into Nicaragua human rights and labour abuses

Trade representative Katherine Tai denounced the government of Daniel Ortega for ‘repressive acts’ against critics.

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RFK Jr likened CDC to a ‘Nazi death camp’ and vaccinating children to ‘sex abuse in the Catholic church’

Trump’s pick to become the next health secretary made the baseless comments in resurfaced footage

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Swiss 'AI Jesus' project to bridge digital and the divine draws users' praise, as questions remain

Researchers and religious leaders have released findings from an intriguing two-month experiment through art in a Catholic chapel in Switzerland

The Independent UK

Assisted dying: Catholic leader wishes Justin Welby was alongside him in debate

A group of faith leaders have signed a letter opposing Kim Leadbeater’s Bill.

Evening Standard

Teenager Nicknamed 'Patron Saint Of The Internet' Picked by Pope To Be First Millennial Saint

Pope Francis has announced that Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old web designer who died in 2006, will be canonized as the Catholic Church's first millennial saint.

International Business Times

Teenager Nicknamed "Patron Saint of the Internet" Picked by Pope to Be First Millennial Saint

Pope Francis has announced that Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old web designer who died in 2006, will be canonized as the Catholic Church's first millennial saint.

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Pope Francis To Canonize Carlo Acutis As Digital Saint

Carlo Acutis, a tech-savvy teenager, to be canonized as the Church's first millennial saint in April, marking a significant moment for the Catholic Church.

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Pope to make late Italian teenager Carlo Acutis the first millennial and digital saint on April 27

Pope Francis will make late teen Carlo Acutis the Catholic Church’s first millennial and digital saint next year

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Nicaragua's Ortega Banishes Leading Catholic Bishop

President Daniel Ortega's government has expelled the head of Nicaragua's bishops' conference to Guatemala, the latter's government and church sources said Thursday.

International Business Times

Demands For Church Of England Reform After Abuse Scandal

Anglican leaders faced pressure Wednesday to speed up reforms following Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby's resignation over a damning report concluding the Church of England covered up a serial abuse case.

International Business Times

High Court limits church liability for child abuse

The High Court has found a Catholic diocese in regional Victoria is not liable for the sexual abuse of a young boy by a priest over 50 years ago.

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Astarion has breached the Vatican—Baldur's Gate 3 has sold 2 copies in Vatican City, says Larian's director of publishing

"Wish I could see their mod list. Bet it's absolutely gnarly."

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New Zealand delivers historic apology to victims abused in state care

Prime minister says government must take responsibility after inquiry found at least 200,000 people were abused

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Cillian Murphy Produces And Stars In 'Small Things Like These'

Actor Cillian Murphy produces and stars in 'Small Things Like These,' a film shedding light on Ireland's Magdalene laundries and the lasting impact of hist...

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Catholic Church Sex Abuse Scandals Push Chileans to Join Temple of Satan As Hundreds Apply for Membership

There are about 100 members of The Temple of Satan of Chile, but hundreds more have since applied for membership.

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How many weeks are there in a year?

We take our timekeeping rules for granted, but the history of these rules is long and complex.

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St. Augustine was no stranger to culture wars – and has something to say about today’s

Americans are deeply divided, and the results of the 2024 presidential election are unlikely to heal these divisions. If the 2020 election is any indication, they might even become worse.

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Pope's child protection board urges transparency from Vatican sex abuse office, compensation

Pope Francis’ child protection board has issued its first-ever global assessment of the Catholic Church's efforts to address the clergy sex abuse crisis

International Business Times

Pope's Commission Against Abuse To Publish First Report

The Vatican on Tuesday publishes its first annual report on protecting minors in the Catholic Church, a move requested by Pope Francis amid pressure for more action to tackle clerical child sex abuse.

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Pope Francis Approves Greater Leadership Opportunities For Women In Church

The Catholic Church is navigating discussions on women's roles and gender equality, signaling progress and inclusivity.

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Pope Francis Approves Women's Leadership In Catholic Church

Explore the Vatican synod's discussions on women's roles in the Catholic Church and the ongoing debate on ordaining female deacons.

International Business Times

Catholic Church Assembly Acknowledges 'Obstacles' For Women

A Vatican assembly on the future of the Catholic Church on Saturday said that more should be done to help women overcome "obstacles" to taking a leadership roles within the Church.

The Independent UK

Catholic church reform process expected to disappoint hopes of more equity for women

A yearslong process to reform the Catholic Church closes Saturday with recommendations that are expected to fall far short of hopes that women would be given more equity but reflect the pope’s aims for a church that at least listens more to its flock

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The Czech Republic becomes one of last EU countries to sign a treaty with the Vatican

The Czech Republic has signed a treaty over its relations with the Vatican, becoming one of the last European Union countries to do so

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