Archive for August 29, 2019

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Virginia governor accepts appointee's resignation over anti-Catholic tweets

A Democratic Party activist with a history of anti-Catholic and other bigoted social media posts has resigned from Virginia Council... Read more

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Before it hits the road, the 'popemobile' takes to the seas

Ahead of a papal trip to Africa, the “popemobile” - the vehicle in which Pope Francis will travel - has... Read more

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By Hannah Brockhaus

Cardinal Achille Silvestrini dies at age 95

Cardinal Achille Silvestrini, former prefect of the Congregation for Eastern Churches and a long-time Vatican diplomat, died at his home... Read more

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China’s one-child policy will leave lasting damage, expert warns

Although China announced it was ending its one-child policy in 2015, the effects of the communist regime’s controversial measure will... Read more

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Pro-life group: Use gene editing to fix disease, not make designer babies

As scientists explore new avenues for gene editing, a pro-life group is urging caution against the temptation to use the... Read more

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By JD Flynn

Alencherry will face trial over land deals, Indian court rules

An Indian court has ruled that Cardinal George Alencherry will stand trial in a case related to controversial land deals... Read more

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'Enough of the violence' – Mexican archdiocese laments massacre at night club

The Archdiocese of Xalapa in Mexico called for peace after a massacre at a night club in the town of... Read more