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Pope Francis Defrocks Belgian Bishop For Sexual Abuse

Pope Francis defrocks Belgian bishop Roger Vangheluwe for sexual abuse, addressing past Vatican inaction.

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'Activist Pope' Hampers Vatican Peace Efforts With Ukraine Comments

Pope Francis is a passionate advocate for peace but his latest controversial comments on Ukraine clash with the Vatican's official line and risk hampering its diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia.

International Business Times

Ukraine rejects pope’s call to ‘raise the white flag’ to end Russia’s war

Catholic leader, 87, told Swiss broadcaster that Ukraine should negotiate with Russia and raised idea of surrender.

Al Jazeera

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Kyiv Slams Pope's 'White Flag' Call, Vows No Surrender To Russia

Ukraine on Sunday slammed Pope Francis's call to negotiate with Russia two years into its invasion, vowing "never" to surrender after the pontiff said Kyiv should "have the courage to raise the white flag".

International Business Times

Pope Francis Returns To Vatican After Hospital Visit For Tests

Pope Francis returns to the Vatican after a hospital visit for tests. Despite recent health concerns, he remains active but is slowing down due to frequent...

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Pope Francis taken to hospital for tests after reporting flu symptoms

Pontiff undergoes ‘diagnostic’ checks at Gemelli in Rome before returning to Vatican soon afterwards

The Guardian - UK

Pope Francis Hospitalized For Health Concerns

Pope Francis hospitalized for tests after appearing frail and battling a cold. Uncertainty remains about his health status.

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Man Convicted Of Killing Black Transgender Woman In Landmark Trial

Landmark federal trial finds man guilty of murdering a Black transgender woman, highlighting the fight against hate crimes based on gender identity.

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Vatican Vatican Archive's Secrets Revealed by Archbishop in New Book

Discover treasures found in the Vatican Apostolic Archive, including a peek into the controversial history of Pope Pius XII. Unveiling the secret stories!

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Israel objects to Vatican official's comments on Gaza carnage

Israel lodges a complaint against Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's Secretary of State, for his comments on Israel's military actions in Gaza.

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Pope Francis accused of opposing reforms to tackle clerical sexual abuse

Activists say pontiff also ‘turning a blind eye’ to priests who assault nuns and force them to have abortions

The Guardian - UK

‘Nothing was done’: Vatican note suggests part blame in bombing of Monte Cassino

Eighty years on, document confirms Hitler’s role and reveals allied raid might have been avoided had action been taken to enforce neutral zone

The Guardian - UK

Argentine President and Pope Francis Forge Positive Relationship

Argentina's President Javier Milei and Pope Francis meet, signaling a potential thaw in their previously strained relationship. Speculations of a visit to ...

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Biscuits And Hugs: Argentina's Milei Mends Fences With Pope

Pope Francis and Argentina's President Javier Milei held their first official talks on Monday, meeting at the Vatican as they seek to mend fences amid the explosive economic situation in their native country.

International Business Times

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Pope Francis visits Vatican City for historic canonization ceremony

Discover the visit of the newly elected president of Argentina to Vatican City, honoring the canonization of the nation's first female saint, Mama Antula.

International Business Times

Argentina's Milei Leaves For Israel And To Meet Pope At Vatican

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei left Monday on a trip to Israel, which he sees as a key ally, and the Vatican where he will meet with Pope Francis.

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Canadian Cardinal Temporarily Steps Down Amid Abuse Allegations

A Canadian cardinal has temporarily stepped down after facing a lawsuit alleging abuse. The move highlights the ongoing issues of abuse within religious in...

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Catholic Cardinal Accused Of Sexual Assault In Canada

Cardinal Gerald Lacroix has been accused in Canada of sexually assaulting a female teenager, as part of a class action lawsuit against the archdiocese of Quebec, court documents showed Thursday.

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The Guardian - UK

Wine is a gift from God, Pope Francis tells Italian producers

Pope tells industry leaders at the Vatican the drink is a ‘source of joy’, but encourages healthy habits

The Guardian - UK

‘Sexual pleasure a gift from God’ but avoid porn, Pope Francis advises

Pontiff thought be be responding to conservative critics after sexually explicit book by cardinal resurfaces

The Independent UK

Pope acknowledges resistance to same-sex blessings but doubles down: 'The Lord blesses everyone'

Pope Francis has defended his controversial decision to let priests bless same-sex couples but admitted that “solitude is a price" for difficult decisions

The Independent UK

Nicaragua says it released Bishop Rolando Álvarez, 18 priests from jail, handed them over to Vatican

The Nicaraguan government says it has released Bishop Rolando Álvarez and 18 clergy members from jail and handed them over to Vatican authorities

The Independent UK

Africa's Catholic hierarchy refuses same-sex blessings, says such unions are contrary to God's will

In the greatest rebuke yet to Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Africa and Madagascar have issued a unified statement refusing to follow his declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples

The Independent UK

Vatican unveils plans for restoring Bernini's canopy in St. Peter's Basilica

The Vatican has unveiled plans for a yearlong restoration of the monumental baldacchino, or canopy, over the altar of St. Peter’s Basilica, pledging to complete the work on Bernini’s masterpiece before Pope Francis’ big 2025 Jubilee

The Independent UK

Wisconsin sexual abuse case against defrocked Cardinal McCarrick suspended

A Wisconsin judge has suspended charges against defrocked Roman Catholic Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, who is accused of sexually assaulting a boy in the 1970s

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