Archive for April 22, 2016

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UK should act against IS genocide after parliament vote, bishop urges

As the British government considers measures to name the Islamic State’s persecution of Christians and other religious minorities as genocide,... Read more

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By Elise Harris

Cricket for the Queen's birthday! Vatican to play Royal Household

Last year Queen Elizabeth II became the longest reigning monarch in British history, and on Thursday she passed yet another... Read more

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By Adelaide Mena

A rally, not a dialogue – Georgetown students spurn Cecile Richards’ talk

Students at Georgetown University said that while a speaking invitation to the head of Planned Parenthood could have been an... Read more

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After Prince’s death, Vatican praise for his rare gift of music

The death of the songwriter, singer and music producer Prince drew reactions from the Vatican and praise for his musical... Read more

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By Matt Hadro

New State Department actions don't go far enough, religious freedom leader says

Religious freedom leaders applauded the U.S. State Department’s recent re-designation of nine countries – and the inclusion of one more... Read more