Archive for August 29, 2019

The "popemobile" that Pope Francis will use in Mozambique. ?w=200&h=150

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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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

Cardinals gathered at St. Peter's Basilica on April 11, 2015 during the Convocation of the Year of Mercy. ?w=200&h=150

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

CRISPR-CAS9 gene editing complex from Streptococcus pyogenes. ?w=200&h=150

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