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A snowman adorned with signs at the 51st March for Life, Jan, 19, 2024

PHOTOS: The best signs seen at the 2024 March for Life

Jan 19, 2024

By CNA Staff

Thousands of marchers turned out in spite of snow and freezing temperatures. Read more

Mississippi launched its new "MAMA" app on the eve of the 51st March for Life.

Mississippi’s new ‘MAMA’ app connects moms with the help they need

Jan 19, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the launch of the Mississippi Access to Maternal Assistance (MAMA) app on Tuesday. Read more

At a press conference held before the vote, Rep. Kat Cammack shared the story of how her mother almost aborted her.

House votes to protect pro-life pregnancy centers from Biden plan to deny them funding

Jan 19, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Before the vote, lawmakers and representatives for pro-life organizations and pregnancy resource centers rallied in support of the facilities’ efforts. Read more

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, with a capacity of 6,000 in its upper church, was standing room only for the National Prayer Vigil for Life on Thursday night.

2024 March for Life prayer vigil: ‘We must bring light to the darkest corners’

Jan 18, 2024

By Joe Bukuras

The upper church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, which holds 6,000 people, was standing... Read more

Participants in a pro-life rally hold signs in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., on June 24, 2023, at a rally marking the first anniversary of the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade.

Knights of Columbus poll: Two-thirds of Americans support some abortion restrictions

Jan 18, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

About two-thirds of Americans support some level of government restrictions on abortion, according to a recent poll released by the... Read more

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House to consider bill to halt Biden administration’s defunding of crisis pregnancy centers

Jan 17, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The bill, titled the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, is scheduled to be considered on Thursday. Read more

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a campaign event at Montgomery County Community College Jan. 5, 2024, in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.

Biden administration drops protections for religious health care providers

Jan 10, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

A new rule formally rescinds certain provisions that guaranteed doctors and medical practitioners the ability to refuse to perform abortions. Read more

University of Notre Dame.

Judge dismisses Notre Dame professor’s lawsuit against student newspaper

Jan 10, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Sociology professor Tamara Kay last year sued the Irish Rover over reports that depicted her as supportive of expanding access... Read more

The theme of the first "Life Fest," sponsored by the Sisters of Life and the Knights of Columbus, was "Because love is the answer."

Attending March for Life? Check out ‘Life Fest,’ a morning of worship and music for life

Jan 8, 2024

By Joe Bukuras

At the 51st annual March for Life on Jan. 19, attendees will be offered a range of activities including participation... Read more

Kristi Judkins is executive director of Iowa Right to Life.

Pro-life Iowans weigh their presidential options

Jan 8, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

The director of Iowa Right to Life is urging candidates and voters alike to consider information on fetal development in... Read more

Emergency room intensive care unit.

Appeals court says ER doctors do not have to perform abortions

Jan 3, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The 5th U.S. Court of Appeals ruled that “the Biden administration cannot illegally use federal law to force emergency room... Read more

Pro-life marchers carry a banner reading “Every baby is somebody’s grandchild” at the March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20, 2023.

March for Life marks 51st anniversary in January: Here’s what to expect this year

Jan 3, 2024

By Joe Bukuras

The 51st annual March for Life will kick off in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 19 under the theme “With Every... Read more

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Investment firm develops Catholic faith-aligned 401(k) plan

Jan 1, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

A Denver-based investment firm is working to develop a 401(k) retirement plan that filters out stocks that promote behavior in... Read more

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Americans United for Life releases scorecard for most pro-life states in U.S.

Dec 29, 2023

By Daniel Payne

AUL’s list showed Arkansas as the most pro-life state in the country, with other southern states such as Mississippi, Alabama,... Read more

A 40 Days for Life volunteer tries to pray for the end of abortion in Madrid in front of the police present on Dec. 28, 2023.

20 riot police sent to remove 10 young people praying rosary at abortion clinic in Spain

Dec 28, 2023

By Nicolás de Cárdenas

The Government Delegation in Madrid mobilized approximately 20 riot police officers to prevent about 10 young people from praying the... Read more

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Here’s every state where abortion is on the ballot in 2024

Dec 28, 2023

By Daniel Payne, Jonah McKeown

While all eyes are on the 2024 presidential matchup, there are also numerous efforts by abortion activists to add “abortion... Read more

Brazilian congressman Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, speaks to the media on Oct. 22, 2023.

Brazil’s Congress nixes government funding of abortions, sex changes for minors

Dec 27, 2023

By ACI Digital

The measure was proposed by federal deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, and approved in the House... Read more

Maryland Capitol.

Maryland 2024 referendum proposes constitutional right to abortion

Dec 27, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

Voters in Maryland will take part in a statewide referendum next November to decide whether to make abortion access a... Read more

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New Yorkers will vote on making abortion an ‘equal right’ in state’s constitution

Dec 26, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

The 2024 ballot initiative comes as a wave of states attempt to expand abortion access by amending their constitutions following... Read more

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris in New York City on Nov. 29, 2023.

Biden-Harris to prioritize abortion stance for reelection campaign

Dec 19, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

The U.S. vice president’s “Fight for Reproductive Freedoms” tour is scheduled to focus on the alleged “harm” of abortion bans. Read more