Archive for December 2, 2015

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Killer robots? They're a real issue – and here's what the Vatican has to say

No longer relegated to mere science-fiction, robots – built to kill people – play an increasing role in fighting terrorism... Read more

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By Kevin J. Jones

Protect unborn lives, don't end them: Northern Ireland abortion ruling criticized

Irish pro-life advocates have said Monday's Northern Ireland court decision against abortion restrictions wrongly ignored the lives of the unborn... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Pope Francis to youth: Have you thought about being a missionary?

Pope Francis’ recent trip to Africa was the focal point of his general audience, during which he emphasized the key... Read more

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Seek mercy, not violence – Denver's archbishop on Planned Parenthood shooting

In the wake of last week's attack on a Colorado Planned Parenthood clinic, Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver has rejected... Read more

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Make the mercy jubilee a 'revolution of tenderness', Pope urges

Pope Francis has granted an interview to the official website for the Jubilee of Mercy, in which he expresses his... Read more

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San Bernardino bishop offers prayers in wake of mass shooting

Bishop Gerald R. Barnes of the Diocese of San Bernardino, Calif. requested prayers and offered his own after at least... Read more

Pope Francis at the general audience in St. Peter's Square on Nov. 4, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Jihadists arrested for threats against Pope Francis, no specific plot known

Four alleged terrorist sympathizers who made internet threats against Pope Francis have been arrested. While Italian authorities described them as... Read more