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Nuns at an Arlington-based monastery have accused Bishop Michael Olson of "an ugly attempt to seize control of our governance, finances and life."
Norms of Armenian Genocide Recognition Clash With Nationalist Memory
The ongoing struggle between global recognition efforts and the complexities of national decision-making processes is illustrated by Israel, which has yet to recognize the Armenian genocide.
Catholic boomers are more liberal than millennials
Catholics aged 50 and older hold more liberal views on contraception and are more likely to say their church should allow women into the priesthood.
Jan. 6 defendant accuses lawyer of "lying" to Supreme Court
Conservatives have raised concern about an assertion made by the DOJ during arguments in Fischer v. United States.
U.S. Must Arm Ukraine To Fight Growing Axis of Authoritarianism
People privileged to live in places where democracy and human rights have been well established may have started to take them for granted.
What's the Vatican Statement on Gender Theory Really About?
Every secular and religious commentator seems interested in what the Catholic Church says in its new document Dignitas infinita regarding gender theory and sex change operations.
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Kentucky Has Reportedly Found Next Head Coach to Replace John Calipari
The Kentucky Wildcats have reportedly found their next head coach to replace John Calipari, and the decision is a bit of a surprise.
Pope Francis says transgender surgery defies God
A new Vatican declaration states that God created man and woman as biologically different beings and people should not try to "make oneself God."
Pope Francis slams women who think they have "right to a child"
"The practice of surrogacy violates the dignity of the child," the Vatican said in a new declaration.
Pope Francis' culture wars divide Catholic Church
Pope Francis' progressive repositioning of the Catholic church has created battle lines among its 1.3 billion followers.
Pope Francis health update as Catholic leader skips Easter event
The Pope missed the Way of the Cross procession on Friday to "conserve his health."
Hong Kong Security Law Endangers Religious Freedom
The Chinese government's attack on the religious freedom of Catholic priests and the laity in Hong Kong is unmistakable.
As Easter Approaches, Christian Persecution Is on the Rise
In Nigeria, a country where the population is approximately half Christian and half Muslim, violent attacks on Christians have escalated since 2009.
Pope Francis faces strenuous week amid health issues
The pontiff is facing a packed schedule over Easter after having to scale down his involvement in services due to poor health in recent months.
Pope Francis faces growing revolt
The pontiff's softening of church rhetoric on issues like same-sex relationships has inflamed tensions within Catholicism.
It's Time for a People's Pause on AI
Despite the drive for profit, Google's recent decision to apologize and suspend its AI chatbot after it was enveloped in scandal shows that companies can and will halt deployment of new AI technology following public pressure.
Pope Francis issues rare health update
The Pope has said his health is good enough to carry on and that the option of retiring is only a "distant hypothesis."
Pope Francis' Ukraine comments spark furious backlash
"When you see that you are defeated, that things are not going well, it is necessary to have the courage to negotiate," the head of the Catholic church said.
Meghan Markle's stylish start to 2024
The Duchess of Sussex has started the new year in style, staying true to her classic aesthetic.
Pope Francis' latest appearance raises health concerns
The pontiff has been suffering from some minor health problems for the past week and a half.
A Trump's 2024 Victory Is the Boost Russia's Putin Is Looking For
Trump's threats come amid devastation in Gaza, Ukraine's faltering war effort against Russia, and a looming crisis in the South China Sea.
Why flags are half-mast in 5 states today
Flags have been lowered across America today. Here's why.
Pope Francis abruptly cancels audiences amid "mild' health issue
Pope Francis has canceled recent events due to health problems, but the Vatican says the current issue is a minor one.
Meghan Markle's scandalous style
Meghan's personal style is closely aligned to someone she once identified as the "fiercest female character on TV."
Trump Has NATO's—and the West's—Best Interests in Mind
President Trump has the ability once again to show the world that the United States and its allies have the strength to keep at bay geopolitical adversaries.
Pope Francis embraces Argentine president who called him "filthy leftist"
Francis' first meeting with newly elected Argentine President Javier Milei came during a mass to canonize the first female saint from his native Argentina.
Pope Francis doubles down amid Catholic backlash
The pope has said it is a "hypocrisy" to object to the blessing of same-sex couples amid backlash to doctrine released last year.
Pope Francis rebellion grows as 90 Catholic figures sign scathing letter
Conservative Catholics have organized an open letter against Pope Francis.
Joe Biden has 5-word prayer for America
President Joe Biden offered a message to America at the National Prayer Breakfast as Republicans and Democrats remain divided.
Pope Francis eases barriers to blessing same-sex marriage
Pope defended allowing blessings of same-sex couples, though the relationships are still considered potentially sinful by the Catholic Church.