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A sign hangs above a Planned Parenthood clinic on May 18, 2018, in Chicago.

Planned Parenthood mobilizes for Democratic convention in Chicago

Aug 19, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Planned Parenthood Great Rivers said it was traveling to Chicago and performing free abortions and sterilization procedures in a mobile... Read more

Paula Scanlan, a women’s sports activist and former teammate of trans-identifying athlete Lia Thomas on the University of Pennsylvania women’s swim team, speaks to a crowd about her story. Originally only speaking out anonymously, Scanlan has since gone public about the emotional impact of having to share a locker room with a biological male had on her as a sexual assault survivor.

Biden’s Title IX gender-identity protections have been blocked in 26 states: What to know

Aug 19, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The new guidelines prohibit any policy that “prevents a person from participating in an education program or activity consistent with... Read more

The official portrait of Monsignor Edward J. Flanagan circa 1940.

New Father Flanagan film takes deeper look at famous founder of Boys Town

Aug 19, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

“Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story” documents Father Edward J. Flanagan’s unwavering commitment to caring for abandoned and... Read more

A child prays before the altar area in a Catechesis of the Good Shepherd atrium.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd celebrates 70 years

Aug 18, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

The Montessori-inspired catechesis for young children founded by Sofia Cavalletti is celebrating 70 years since its founding. Read more

Father Colin Blatchford, the current associate director of Courage International, speaks at the 2024 annual conference.

‘Courage’ a Catholic ministry for those with same-sex attraction, offers healing and support

Aug 17, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

The organization Courage International, which offers pastoral support for men and women who experience same-sex attraction, held its conference July... Read more

Father Mike Schmitz speaks at the revival session of the National Eucharistic Congress at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on July 18, 2024.

Father Mike Schmitz goes on tour, will speak on Eucharist in 4 cities

Aug 17, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

The popular Catholic priest and podcaster will be making stops in Columbus, Ohio; Akron, Ohio; Indianapolis; and St. Louis from... Read more

Ryan Bethea (left) and Father Carlos Martins (right), co-hosts of “The Exorcist Files” podcast.

‘Exorcist Files’ podcast tells true stories, aims to raise awareness of ‘reality of evil’

Aug 17, 2024

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

“The Exorcist Files” features reenactments of the case files of Father Carlos Martins, an official exorcist on two continents and... Read more

U.S. Supreme Court.

Supreme Court rejects Biden administration request to partially enforce new Title IX rules

Aug 16, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Several lower courts have already blocked the government’s more controversial new Title IX regulations concerning “gender identity.” Read more

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks alongside U.S. President Joe Biden at Prince George’s Community College on Aug. 15, 2024, in Largo, Maryland.

Harris pushes child tax credit expansion at rally days after Vance makes similar proposal

Aug 16, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Kristen Day of Democrats for Life welcomed the proposal but warned the Harris campaign has been “very pro-abortion.” Read more

A woman walks in the rain in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Oct. 24, 2022. The United Nations Security Council is considering an international intervention in Haiti to open up an aid corridor.

Haitian priest says conditions in country are ‘unacceptable, intolerable, and inconceivable’

Aug 16, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Father Baudelaire Martial, CSC, said many parishes in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, including the city’s cathedral, have been forced to close due... Read more

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Louisiana treasurer urges ban on Bank of America over alleged religious discrimination

Aug 16, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The bank is disputing what it calls “factually incorrect” claims, pointing to what it says are its tens of thousands... Read more

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Immigrant priests, New Jersey diocese sue U.S. State Department over visa delays

Aug 16, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The priests argue that the reorganization of the visa process last year will subject them to lengthy delays when reapplying... Read more

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American Society of Plastic Surgeons says it has not endorsed transgender surgery for teens

Aug 16, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has come out saying there is “considerable uncertainty” surrounding these surgical treatments. Read more

Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz appear on stage together during a campaign event on Aug. 7, 2024, in Detroit.

‘Catholics for Harris-Walz’ virtual event abruptly canceled

Aug 15, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Catholic comedian Stephen Colbert, the host of “The Late Show” on CBS, was originally listed as one of the speakers... Read more

Montana state capitol.

Montana ends parental consent requirement for minors getting abortions

Aug 15, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The Montana Supreme Court said the parental consent for abortions law “violates the fundamental right of a minor to control... Read more

The University of Notre Dame.

Notre Dame suspends men’s swim team for entire year over gambling scandal

Aug 15, 2024

By Jonathan Liedl

A review “confirmed and expanded on our initial concerns about a deeply embedded team culture dismissive of Notre Dame’s standards... Read more

Longtime pro-life advocate Lynn Dyer places a sign that reads “Life Never a Mistake” on public property in front of Camelback Family Planning, an abortion clinic in Phoenix, on April 18, 2024.

Arizona Supreme Court says state can use ‘unborn human’ in abortion vote explainer

Aug 15, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Here’s a roundup of pro-life-related developments in the U.S. this week. Read more

Assumption of the Virgin Mary fresco painting in San Petronio Basilica in Bologna, Italy.

The fascinating history of the feast of Mary’s assumption

Aug 15, 2024

By CNA Staff

This feast day is a relatively new one but the history of the holy day and the mystery behind it... Read more

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Missouri’s pro-life leaders prepare to defeat ‘extreme’ pro-abortion ballot measure 

Aug 14, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

If Amendment 3 passes in November, it would represent a significant turnaround after years of pro-life gains in the Midwestern... Read more

Workers assemble units in Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City's "Caritas Casitas" neighborhood on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024.

PHOTOS: This Catholic charity is boosting affordable housing with a prefab ‘pocket neighborhood’

Aug 14, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Catholic Charities’ “Caritas Casitas” initiative consists of “a pocket neighborhood made up of 12 efficiency units designed to foster neighborly... Read more